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.
21 May 2020
The mast work is going well – have a look at this aerial view. Jet washing the exterior of the ship has been started – a necessary maintenance task to ensure that there… Steamship Freshspring Trust - Update 8
12 May 2020
The weekend is a time when the ship should be busy with visitors, all eager to go below deck to see our triple expansion steam engine, visit the Captain’s cabin, climb the… Steamship Freshspring Trust - Update 7
06 May 2020
Lockdown goes on, and so does essential work on the ship! We need to keep oiling and shaping the new mast and the activity is welcome by those volunteers who would otherwise be… Steamship Freshspring Trust - Update 6
21 Apr 2020
Lockdown has meant a slowdown in activity on the ship, but we are still working on the new mast as it will start to crack – and then become useless - if we do not regularly treat… Steamship Freshspring Trust Update 5
14 Apr 2020
As mentioned last week, the Lottery suspended all new grant applications and is making a £50m fund available to help existing grantees – of which Freshspring is one –… 14th April - Steamship Freshspring Trust Update 4
06 Apr 2020
As of late last week, the Lottery suspended all new grant applications so our intended next submission is on hold. Instead the Lottery is drafting guidance for a £50m fund aimed… 6th April - Steamship Freshspring Trust Update 3
From Sunday 26 April, join the rest of the UK for The 2.6 Challenge as part of TeamFreshspring. It's a fun and easy way to raise money, so please take a quick look at the attached factsheet.
The Freshspring Trust, like many charities, is feeling the impact of the current lock down. No visitors means no donations, which is hard for a small charity to absorb.
Please click on the 2.6 Challenge button below to make a donation.
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 Trust 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.