The Steamship Freshspring Trust is a not for profit organisation based in North Devon, whose aim is to return SS Freshspring to operation, preserving the past and inspiring knowledge for the future.
SS Freshspring will be sympathetically converted to carry cruise passengers in comfortable well appointed cabins along with seafaring cadets or volunteers accommodated in dedicated cabins.
03 Oct 2019
Our aim is to let students know the range of careers that can be followed at sea and the training that is available. Matt Wakeham is attending to share his experience as a newly qualified… The Freshspring Trust are attending Park Community School’s Options at 16+ Evening on Thursday 3rd October from 5-7pm
14 Sep 2019
The Freshspring Trust are hosting an Industrial Heritage Network Meeting (Cornwall & Devon) on Wednesday 18th September 2018 here in Bideford Pannier Pantry from 0930-1530. The… Industrial Heritage Network Cornwall & Devon (IHNCD) meeting on Wednesday 18th September
16 Aug 2019
Lovely to see children enjoying our family activities on board the ship. Come and have a go yourself! Every Sunday until the end of the summer holiday, 11:30am-4:00pm Family Fun Days on board the Ship
01 Aug 2019
We have an appeal. We are now in full flow for the school holidays and could do with some extra items for on board the ship for the Family Fun days. These items will be valuable at… Summer Family Days on board Ship - items needed
01 Aug 2019
Around thirty Freshspring “crew” and their partners attended a social event at North Devon Yacht Club on Friday 26th July. The event was organised by the ship team for all… Social event at North Devon Yacht Club on Friday 26th July
01 Aug 2019
The Bideford Water Festival on the 28th July was a major achievement for the Freshspring Trust. We ran steamboat trips to view SS Freshspring from the water and these were incredibly… Bideford Water Festival 28th July 2019
The commitment of members and volunteers is vital to achieving the Trusts aim to stimulate interest in maritime heritage, inspiring educational objectives and securing a long term sustainable future for SS Freshspring.
Built in 1946 by Lytham Shipbuilding & Engineering, SS Freshspring was the last of 14 Fresh Class water carriers and is recognised as being of national historical significance on the National Register of Historic vessels.
Volunteering is a vital resource to the Trust achieving its aims.
Support and promote the Steamship Freshspring Trust with our new range of branded clothing.
Sweatshirts, T-shirts, Polo Shirts and more are available in a range of sizes and with the Society logo embroidered on the left breast.
Orders for Freshspring Steam Beer can be placed either by email to sales@clearwaterbrewery.co.uk or by phone on 01237 420 492.
Payment will need to be made in advance either by BACS (call the brewery for bank details) or by sending a cheque made payable to Clearwater Brewery Ltd, and send to Unit 1, Little Court, Manteo Way, Bideford EX39 4FG
Maryann Soper has written this 32 page book about Brunel for children. It is illustrated by Ryan Isaac, and covers the great man's achievements.
Copies may be purchased from Maryann Soper, 2 Exmouth Cottages, Lower Ashton, Exeter, EX6 7QJ.
Payment by cheque made to 'Maryann Soper', price £10 incuding postage and packing. Please quote 'Brilliant Freshspring 2018' when ordering as Maryann will donate £1 from each sale to the Trust.