West Lancashire Light Railway Trust
Preservation, Restoration, display and operation of item of Industrial Narrow Gauge Railway equipment and associated items
Activities & Mission
Preservation, Restoration, display and operation of item of Industrial Narrow Gauge Railway equipment and associated items
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
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 2020 — Hampshire Narrow Gauge Railway Trust (organisation 5067045)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £111,637 | £79,953 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2023 | £137,852 | £84,903 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2022 | £106,233 | £94,734 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2021 | £139,339 | £70,712 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2020 | £67,213 | £49,566 | 0 / 70 |
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Frequently asked questions about West Lancashire Light Railway Trust
What does West Lancashire Light Railway Trust do?
Preservation, Restoration, display and operation of item of Industrial Narrow Gauge Railway equipment and associated items
How much income did West Lancashire Light Railway Trust report in 2024?
West Lancashire Light Railway Trust reported total income of £112k and reported expenditure of £80k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was West Lancashire Light Railway Trust registered as a charity?
West Lancashire Light Railway Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 October 2007 as charity number 1121149. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs West Lancashire Light Railway Trust?
West Lancashire Light Railway Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Terence Spall. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does West Lancashire Light Railway Trust operate?
West Lancashire Light Railway Trust operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is West Lancashire Light Railway Trust a registered charity?
Yes — West Lancashire Light Railway Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1121149.
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PR4 6SP
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- 14 May 2026
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