Coronavirus - SSFT Update 2
31 Mar 2020
An update on the last day of March – 1st April (April Fool’s Day) might not be the best day to pick! We have now closed the ship to all but emergency and safety work –… Coronavirus - SSFT Update 2
Steamship Freshspring Trust
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.
Coronavirus - SSFT Update 1
24 Mar 2020
Another day, another set of Government guidelines! Following the Prime Minister’s broadcast last night (23rd) we will effectively be closing the ship for all but essential safety… Coronavirus - SSFT Update 1
Coronavirus
18 Mar 2020
The Trustees held their latest quarterly meeting on Friday 13th March. One of the topics was Coronavirus and the effects it may have on both our plans for the year but – most… Coronavirus
Volunteers Fire Safety Training on board ship 5th Feb 2020
07 Feb 2020
12 of our ship volunteers had Fire Safety Training on board this morning. The training consisted of a video tutorial followed by an hour of practical learning. The training was… Volunteers Fire Safety Training on board ship 5th Feb 2020
New Mast arriving at Bideford Quay and safely stowed on deck
30 Jan 2020
On the 15th of January a squared Douglas Fir tree was delivered to SS Freshspring from Lord Clinton's estate having been selected and felled some months ago. This is the foundation… New Mast arriving at Bideford Quay and safely stowed on deck
Volunteers get together in the crews accommodation
24 Jan 2020
Ths was a volunteer led event in the newly painted crews accommodation. The wood burner helped with the cosy atmosphere and the festive spirit was enjoyed by all. This event… Volunteers get together in the crews accommodation
