Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust
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The Trust supports the preservation and eventual restoration of the southern section of the former L&B railway route, from Wistlandpound and Barnstaple, by financially aiding projects such as the purchase of sections of trackbed, restoration/rebuilding of historic features, and conservation management along the former railway route. The Trust works with Exmoor Associates CIC.
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust has a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the Charity Commission.
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Filing history
2 years on file from Charity Commission (UK): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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UK donations qualify for Gift Aid. BARNSTAPLE & YEO VALLEY RAILWAY TRUST is registered with the Charity Commission. Eligible UK taxpayers can boost their gift by 25% at no extra cost.
BARNSTAPLE & YEO VALLEY RAILWAY TRUST is in United Kingdom, a TGE (Transnational Giving Europe) member country. Dutch donors can route gifts via Stichting Transnational Giving Europe to receive Dutch ANBI-equivalent deductibility, subject to TGE's 5% pass-through fee.
BARNSTAPLE & YEO VALLEY RAILWAY TRUST is registered in United Kingdom. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Leadership & board
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Frequently asked questions about Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust
Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust is a registered environment nonprofit based in Barnstaple, England, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2023. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds registration with the UK Fundraising Regulator, which means it has committed to the Code of Fundraising Practice and accountable fundraising standards. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 76/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £916K in annual revenue. 10 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected. Recent news coverage is predominantly positive.
Based on official filings, Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust has £916K in annual revenue. It allocates 100% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 96% for environment charities in United Kingdom. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The Trust supports the preservation and eventual restoration of the southern section of the former L&B railway route, from Wistlandpound and Barnstaple, by financially aiding projects such as the purchase of sections of trackbed, restoration/rebuilding of historic features, and conservation management along the former railway route. The Trust works with Exmoor Associates CIC. Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust is classified as an environment organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2023.
Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO), a legal form introduced by the Charities Act 2006 that gives a charity its own legal personality without requiring Companies House registration. CIOs are regulated solely by the Charity Commission and must file annual returns and accounts directly with the Commission.
Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust's registered charity number is 1202037. You can use it to look up the organization on the Charity Commission register.
Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust is located in Barnstaple, England, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2023 and has been active for 3 years.
Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust is based in Barnstaple in England. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.
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Quick facts about Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust
- What is Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust?
- Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust is a environment cio based in Barnstaple, United Kingdom. The Trust supports the preservation and eventual restoration of the southern section of the former L&B railway route, from Wistlandpound and Barnstaple, by financially aiding projects such as the purchase of sections of trackbed, restoration/rebuilding of historic features, and conservation management along the former railway route. The Trust works with Exmoor Associates CIC.
- When was Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust founded?
- Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust was founded in 2023.
- Where is Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust located?
- Headquartered in Barnstaple, England, United Kingdom.
- What is Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is £916,140. 100% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust trustworthy?
- Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust's website?
- https://yvt.org.uk/
- Are donations to Barnstaple & Yeo Valley Railway Trust tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.