Wensleydale Railway Trust
Also known as: Wensleydale Railway Association (trust) Limited, Wensleydale Railway Trust Limited
We have completed the restoration of Scruton and Leeming Bar Station building. We have donated to assist in the restoration of Bedale signal box, which is a listed building of heritage interest. We have spent money on in-house training and specialised training courses for volunteers. We are involving the Trust in contacts with schools, through two specific projects.
Activities & Mission
We have completed the restoration of Scruton and Leeming Bar Station building. We have donated to assist in the restoration of Bedale signal box, which is a listed building of heritage interest. We have spent money on in-house training and specialised training courses for volunteers. We are involving the Trust in contacts with schools, through two specific projects.
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 21% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 724). How is this calculated?
Higher than 59% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 44% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £377,923 | £219,752 | 0 / 250 | |||
| 2024 | £318,362 | £249,547 | 0 / 250 | |||
| 2023 | £279,697 | £220,614 | 0 / 200 | |||
| 2022 | £454,160 | £481,335 | 0 / 250 | |||
| 2020 | £732,951 | £391,651 | £389,366 | £895,617 | £745,864 | 1 / 250 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Wensleydale Railway Trust
What does Wensleydale Railway Trust do?
We have completed the restoration of Scruton and Leeming Bar Station building. We have donated to assist in the restoration of Bedale signal box, which is a listed building of heritage interest. We have spent money on in-house training and specialised training courses for volunteers. We are involving the Trust in contacts with schools, through two specific projects.
How much income did Wensleydale Railway Trust report in 2025?
Wensleydale Railway Trust reported total income of £378k and reported expenditure of £220k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Wensleydale Railway Trust?
Wensleydale Railway Trust has a program ratio of 53.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 21% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 724 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Wensleydale Railway Trust registered as a charity?
Wensleydale Railway Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 September 2001 as charity number 1088324. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs Wensleydale Railway Trust?
Wensleydale Railway Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Wensleydale Railway Trust operate?
Wensleydale Railway Trust operates across 2 areas: Cumbria and North Yorkshire.
Is Wensleydale Railway Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Wensleydale Railway Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1088324.
Details
Leeming Bar Station
Leases Road
Leeming Bar
NORTHALLERTON
North Yo
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Also Known As
- Wensleydale Railway Association (trust) Limited
- Wensleydale Railway Trust Limited
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated