WARLEY MODEL RAILWAY CLUB
The objects of the Club are to advance public education and foster a general interest in model railways, railways and allied pursuits, and in particular to encourage a high standard of modelling amongst the members of the Club.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net outgoing resource of £13,063 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £176,079 to £163,016. The trustees' report indicates a reserves policy target of £125,000 to cover five years of expenses if grant income were withdrawn, and the current unrestricted reserves of £162,774 exceed this stated target. The charity is exempt from audit and underwent an independent examination which confirmed no material matters were identified.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year, the charity paid rent of £19,500 (2024 - £19,500) to Warley MRC Exhibitions Limited.” — page 21
“The investment of £1,000 represents 100% of the share capital of Warley MRC Exhibitions Ltd that is owned by the charity.” — page 19
Trustees
- Daniel Benjamin Childs
- Graham Allen
- John Christopher Hall
- Mark Christopher Greenland
- Matthew John Hill
- Nigel Gordon Smith
- Steven Roger Scott
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £41k | £54k |
| 31/03/2024 | £43k | £55k |
| 31/03/2023 | £66k | £48k |
| 31/03/2022 | £23k | £49k |
| 31/03/2021 | £40k | £42k |
Common questions
Is WARLEY MODEL RAILWAY CLUB financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net outgoing resource of £13,063 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £176,079 to £163,016. The trustees' report indicates a reserves policy target of £125,000 to cover five years of expenses if grant income were withdrawn, and the current unrestricted reserves of £162,774 exceed this stated target. The charity is exempt from audit and underwent an independent examination which confirmed no material matters were identified. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham City Council | 16/02/2023 | £2k | Model Railway club |