Help Keep History Afloat – Volunteer or Become a Trustee
Volunteers are the heartbeat of the SS Freshspring Trust. Whether you’re restoring the ship, supporting behind the scenes with administration, fundraising, or events, sharing your expertise in maritime skills, education, PR, or finance—or stepping forward as a Trustee in areas like Education & Learning Support, Marketing & Communications, Digital & IT, Compliance & Policy Development, or Volunteer & Events Coordination—your time and talents help preserve this extraordinary vessel and steer her toward a vibrant future.
Become a Volunteer
Whether you have specialist expertise or simply a willingness to muck in, we can find the right berth for you—on deck, in the workshop, or behind the scenes. Let us know what you enjoy and how much time you can give, and we’ll tailor a role that’s both fun and rewarding.
Even an hour a week keeps the project ahead and offers the satisfaction of preserving living history alongside a supportive crew.
Volunteer Opportunities
Ship Volunteers
Wednesdays 10:00–16:00
Chipping & painting, welding, carpentry, electrics, machinery restoration—or simply brewing tea for the team!
Ship Stewards
Sundays, April-September 11:00–16:00
Welcome visitors, answer questions, and help bring the ship’s story to life (full training and tour‑guide notes provided).
Join Our Board of Trustees — Help Chart SS Freshspring’s Future
We’re looking for a few passionate, forward-thinking people to strengthen our Board and guide the Trust through its next phase. If you have professional or voluntary experience in any of the areas below, we’d love to hear from you:
- Education & Learning Support – shape our schools & outreach programmes
- Marketing & Communications – amplify our story and grow our audience
- Digital & IT – steer our move to smarter, greener technology
- Compliance, Policy & Procedure Development – keep us safe, transparent & future-proof
- Volunteer & Events Coordination – nurture our amazing volunteer crew and public events
Apply via info@ssfreshspring.uk with a short explanation of why you’d like to join and what you can bring.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to meet the Board for an informal discussion.
What skills do volunteers need?
No previous experience is required—just enthusiasm and a willingness to muck in.
How to get started
- Request an application pack: Email info@ssfreshspring.co.uk
- Drop in and meet us: Come aboard any Wednesday 10:00 – 16:00 or Sunday 11:00 – 16:00
Give as little as an hour a week and help keep SS Freshspring charting toward her future—come and be part of the adventure!