Question 1

What is the mission of Watercress Line Heritage Railway Trust Limited?

Accepted Answer

The Charity's objects are to preserve, restore, maintain, operate, exhibit, educate, instruct, stimulate, promote and encourage interest in heritage railways, locomotives, rolling stock, buildings, artifacts and equipment and to foster and support railway preservation. It provides strategic direction to its subsidiary, Mid-Hants Railway Ltd, which  operates the Watercress Line.

Question 2

What is the financial size of Watercress Line Heritage Railway Trust Limited?

Accepted Answer

Watercress Line Heritage Railway Trust Limited is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £3,658,953 and total expenditure of £3,811,954.

Question 3

How does Watercress Line Heritage Railway Trust Limited allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 7.7% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 92.3% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.7%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of Watercress Line Heritage Railway Trust Limited?

Accepted Answer

Watercress Line Heritage Railway Trust Limited employs 44 staff members and is supported by 750 volunteers.

Question 5

Does Watercress Line Heritage Railway Trust Limited receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does Watercress Line Heritage Railway Trust Limited pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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