RUTLAND RAILWAY MUSEUM
Preserving the the heritage of industrial railways in Rutland
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that visitor footfall was approximately 5% down in 2025 relative to 2024, a result described as better than expected. Café income increased by 4% compared to the previous year, and the museum successfully completed several restoration and construction projects. The trustees summarize the year as good and express confidence in future operations.
What the accounts disclose
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- DAVID MERVYN ATKINSONchair
- Anne Bickers
- Clive Wood
- Clova Townhill
- Thomas Selby
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £48k | £11k |
| 31/03/2024 | £46k | £49k |
| 31/03/2023 | £28k | £43k |
| 31/03/2022 | £43k | £48k |
| 31/03/2021 | £22k | £16k |
Common questions
Is RUTLAND RAILWAY MUSEUM financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that visitor footfall was approximately 5% down in 2025 relative to 2024, a result described as better than expected. Café income increased by 4% compared to the previous year, and the museum successfully completed several restoration and construction projects. The trustees summarize the year as good and express confidence in future operations.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 20/08/2014 | £8k | "Sundew Cabin Project" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 17/02/2009 | £10k | "A Project By This Museum Based In Rutland To Replace Their Existing Toilets In Order To Provide Visitors With A More Accessible And Up-To-Da" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 17/02/2009 | £10k | Replacement Toilet Facilities |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 06/12/1995 | £42k | "Rutland Railway Museum, Steam Loco 'Singapore', Cottlesmore" |