Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited
Also known as: Crodall Limited, Vale of Rheidol Railway Ltd
The principal activity is operation of a narrow guage railway line as a working museum.
Activities & Mission
The principal activity is operation of a narrow guage railway line as a working museum.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 49% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 45% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 37% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,064,740 | £1,931,271 | £1,643,022 | £15,407,717 | £0 | 35 / 5 |
| 2023 | £2,371,692 | £1,871,092 | £1,870,573 | £13,607,246 | £0 | 37 / 0 |
| 2022 | £11,136,279 | £1,306,685 | £1,306,685 | £13,254,096 | £0 | 40 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,634,355 | £824,817 | £824,817 | £3,424,503 | £0 | 40 / 0 |
| 2020 | £348,126 | £487,578 | 0 / 4 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited
What does Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited do?
The principal activity is operation of a narrow guage railway line as a working museum.
How much income did Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited report in 2024?
Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited reported total income of £2.06m and reported expenditure of £1.93m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited?
Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited has a program ratio of 79.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 49% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited registered as a charity?
Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 June 1999 as charity number 1076037. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited?
Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited operate?
Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited operates in Ceredigion, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Vale Of Rheidol Railway Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1076037.
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Also Known As
- Crodall Limited
- Vale of Rheidol Railway Ltd
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated