--- title: "Railway Preservation Society of Ireland — check charity number NIC102389 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Railway Preservation Society of Ireland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC102389. The advancement of education charity based in Carrickfergus. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/railway-preservation-society-of-ireland retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:31:51.316Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Railway Preservation Society of Ireland is a registered charity (number NIC102389) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts; culture. Its latest reported income was £805,754 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Railway Preservation Society of Ireland? Registered charity number NIC102389 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location Carrickfergus Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £805,754 Website [www.steamtrainsireland.com](http://www.steamtrainsireland.com/) ## What does Railway Preservation Society of Ireland do? To advance the education of the public in the history and development of railway locomotion by the preservation in working order and operation of railway locomotives and other railway vehicles and equipment and the preservation of railway buildings, bridges and other structures. ## What causes is Railway Preservation Society of Ireland registered for? The advancement of educationThe advancement of the artsculture ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Railway Preservation Society of Ireland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Railway Preservation Society of Ireland 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=railway-preservation-society-of-ireland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.steamtrainsireland.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Railway Preservation Society of Ireland a legitimate charity? Yes. Railway Preservation Society of Ireland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC102389) regulated by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Railway Preservation Society of Ireland's charity number? Railway Preservation Society of Ireland's charity number is NIC102389. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC102389? Search NIC102389 on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Railway Preservation Society of Ireland do? To advance the education of the public in the history and development of railway locomotion by the preservation in working order and operation of railway locomotives and other railway vehicles and equipment and the preservation of railway buildings, bridges and other structures. Does Railway Preservation Society of Ireland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Railway Preservation Society of Ireland. 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 Northern Ireland (CCNI) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Railway Preservation Society of Ireland? Railway Preservation Society of Ireland's website is http://www.steamtrainsireland.com — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register extract dated 2026-08-12, 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://www.charitycommissionni.org.uk/charity-search/charity-details-page/?regId=102389&subId=0).