Partners, Supporters & Sponsors
Grants, councils, companies & charities fuel Freshspring—funding, expertise and materials that push her restoration and inspire future engineers.
Partners, Supporters and Sponsors
SS Freshspring is powered by people and organisations who believe in preserving maritime heritage and inspiring future generations. Grants, councils, companies, charities, and individuals all play a vital role in helping us restore the ship and keep her story alive.
We’re deeply grateful to every partner who has shared their funding, expertise, and enthusiasm — and we’re always excited to welcome new sponsors and supporters aboard.
⬇️ Download our 2026 Sponsorship Brochure
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2026 Sponsorship Brochure
Strategic Funders
Major grants that make transformational projects possible:
- The Heritage Lottery Fund
- National Heritage Memorial Fund
- Trinity House
- Transport Trust
- The Swire Charitable Trust
- The Pilgrim Trust
Trusts & Foundations
Vital grant-making bodies whose continued support keeps the restoration moving:
- The Balsdon Trust
- The Bideford Bridge Trust
- The Charles Dunstone Charitable Trust
- The Headley Trust
Sponsors & Supporters
Businesses and individuals contributing financially, offering specialist skills, or donating materials and services.
Engineering & Marine
- Alco Engineering (Manufacturing) Co.
- BMT Defence Services
- Dawson Downie Lamont
- Keynvor Morlift
- OSD‑IMT
Sponsors & Supporters
Logistics & Site Services
- Evans Transport
- DM Scaffolding, Bideford
- Jewson
- Nick Sampson Haulage
- Whitelands Engineering
Sponsors & Supporters
Products & Media
- Clearwater Brewery
- Jotu
- Sky High Media
- Steam Heritage Publishing Ltd / Vintage Spirit
Community Partners
Local authorities and groups that champion our work in North Devon and beyond:
- Bideford Town Council
- Northam Town Council
- Torridge District Council
Maritime & Professional Allies
Industry bodies whose expertise broadens our reach and impact:
- Jobs in Maritime
- National Maritime Development Group
- Nautilus International
Education & Training Collaborators
Helping us deliver engaging programmes and nurture tomorrow’s engineers:
- University of the West of England
- West Buckland School
- Daniel Adamson Preservation Society
In‑Kind Contributors
Generous supporters who provide services, equipment or venues:
- Braddicks Leisure
- Boatsharefinder
- RT Marke
Join Our Supporter Network
Are you a business, trust, or individual who shares our vision?
You can support SS Freshspring through funding, services, skills, or bespoke sponsorship tailored to your interests.
Your support helps us:
- Maintain free public access for thousands of visitors
- Deliver education and outreach across North Devon
- Continue vital restoration and sustainability projects
Our Shared Future
“Together we’ll see SS Freshspring steam into the future…”
Your support helps us preserve the past, inspire the next generation, and power a living legacy.
