Welsh Railway Trust

Also known as: Caerphilly Railway Society Limited

The restoration of Welsh railway artefacts for the education and enjoyment of the public.

Activities & Mission

The restoration of Welsh railway artefacts for the education and enjoyment of the public.

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.

Region

Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£67,888

Latest Expenditure

£177,780

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 64.3%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 0.2%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £635,228

Charitable Activities £619

Other Trading £0

Investments £676

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £409,326

Raising Funds £0

Governance £904

Grants to Institutions £406,554

Other Expenditure £0

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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2021 — The Gwili Vintage Carriage Group (organisation 4025752)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2024	£67,888	£177,780				0 / 35
2023	£636,523	£409,326	£409,326	£503,011	£13,487	0 / 35
2022	£237,642	£144,717				0 / 35
2021	£130,102	£1,327				0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Welsh Railway Trust

What does Welsh Railway Trust do?

The restoration of Welsh railway artefacts for the education and enjoyment of the public.

How much income did Welsh Railway Trust report in 2024?

Welsh Railway Trust reported total income of £68k and reported expenditure of £178k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Welsh Railway Trust registered as a charity?

Welsh Railway Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 November 1987 as charity number 519531. It has been registered for 39 years.

Who runs Welsh Railway Trust?

Welsh Railway Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Welsh Railway Trust operate?

Welsh Railway Trust operates in Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Welsh Railway Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Welsh Railway Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 519531.