--- title: "Gcr Rolling Stock Trust — check charity number 1082199 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Gcr Rolling Stock Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1082199. Education/training charity based in Melton Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/gcr-rolling-stock-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:19:15.791Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Gcr Rolling Stock Trust is a registered charity (number 1082199) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £8,275 (year ending 2025-07-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Gcr Rolling Stock Trust? Registered charity number 1082199 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Melton Road Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £8,275 Website [gcr-rollingstocktrust.co.uk](http://gcr-rollingstocktrust.co.uk/) ## What does Gcr Rolling Stock Trust do? Aims are:1. Rescue remaining rolling stock of the former Great Central Railway, to protect and restore, maintain for operational use and public instruction and enjoyment2. Develop undercover storage and workshop facilities3. Encourage traditional skills in wood and metal working and their transfer to next generations and create a centre of excellence for historic vehicle restoration ## What causes is Gcr Rolling Stock Trust registered for? Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Gcr Rolling Stock Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gcr Rolling Stock Trust is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=gcr-rolling-stock-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://gcr-rollingstocktrust.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Gcr Rolling Stock Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Gcr Rolling Stock Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1082199) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Gcr Rolling Stock Trust's charity number? Gcr Rolling Stock Trust's charity number is 1082199. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1082199? Search 1082199 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Gcr Rolling Stock Trust do? Aims are:1. Rescue remaining rolling stock of the former Great Central Railway, to protect and restore, maintain for operational use and public instruction and enjoyment2. Develop undercover storage and workshop facilities3. Encourage traditional skills in wood and metal working and their transfer to next generations and create a centre of excellence for historic vehicle restoration Does Gcr Rolling Stock Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gcr Rolling Stock Trust. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Gcr Rolling Stock Trust? Gcr Rolling Stock Trust's website is http://gcr-rollingstocktrust.co.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1082199).