NORTH TYNESIDE STEAM RAILWAY ASSOCIATION
Promotion of railway activities. Supporting Tyne and Wear Museums in the running of the Stephenson Railway.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the organization experienced a year of growth and success with increased footfall and passenger numbers. The trustees report that events were successful and the site remains active, though major infrastructure projects like a carriage shed are still in discussion. No specific financial figures or reserves are disclosed in this text.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Michael Wortleychair
- Aaran James Denny
- Joseph Stuart
- Katie Bethan Wright
- MICHAEL DARLING
- Neil Andrew Byrom
- Neville Bilton
- ROBERT STAPLEY
- Robert Ian Kitching
- William John Russell
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 28/02/2026 | £47k | £29k |
| 28/02/2025 | £39k | £24k |
| 31/12/2023 | £27k | £35k |
| 31/12/2022 | £17k | £19k |
| 31/12/2021 | £13k | £14k |
Common questions
Is NORTH TYNESIDE STEAM RAILWAY ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the organization experienced a year of growth and success with increased footfall and passenger numbers. The trustees report that events were successful and the site remains active, though major infrastructure projects like a carriage shed are still in discussion. No specific financial figures or reserves are disclosed in this text.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 25/10/2012 | £9k | "Our railway in years gone by" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 10/08/2000 | £2k | "This group promotes and supports the North Tyneside Steam Railway. The grant will be used to purchase equipment for use by members to promot" |