BRIGHTON TRAM 53 SOCIETY
Registration #1157813 · Registered
www.brightontram53.org.uktram53project@yahoo.com
14 Malling Down Lewes BN7 2BN
We are restoring to running order the last Brighton passenger tram car left in the world. We are currently rebuilding the body and have now started to tackle the electrics. We own a truck and other electrical components. We allow public access to the tram and we display frequently at shows to raise money and to educate people about this project and also have a second Brighton tram, works car 1.
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About BRIGHTON TRAM 53 SOCIETY
BRIGHTON TRAM 53 SOCIETY is a registered charity in England and Wales (registration number 1157813). Based on official Charity Commission data, it holds a "Good Standing" rating with a CharityScore of 60/100 — a charity in good standing with solid but not exceptional governance indicators. This reflects adequate performance across most criteria, though some areas fall short of the strongest-rated charities. In its most recent reporting year (2025), BRIGHTON TRAM 53 SOCIETY reported a total income of £4,294 and total expenditure of £5,398, a spending ratio of 126% indicating a strong proportion of funds directed to charitable work. According to the Charity Commission register, BRIGHTON TRAM 53 SOCIETY describes its activities as follows: We are restoring to running order the last Brighton passenger tram car left in the world. We are currently rebuilding the body and have now started to tackle the electrics. We own a truck and other electrical components. We allow public access to the tram and we display frequently at shows to raise money and to educate people about this project and also have a second Brighton tram, works car 1. Our analysis has identified 1 high-severity concern for this charity. We recommend reviewing the detailed flags below before donating. This profile is based on data publicly available from the Charity Commission for England and Wales and is updated periodically as new filings are processed. CharityScore UK provides independent, data-driven transparency ratings to help donors give with confidence — we are not affiliated with this charity or any government body.

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Financial History
Latest spending ratio: 125.7% of income spent on charitable work
| Year | Income | Spending | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £4,294 | £5,398 | 126% |
Data sourced from the Charity Commission for England & Wales · Last scored 6/11/2026