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Our charity cares for the SS Great Britain and brings ideas and stories to life.
Imagine a world without museums, there would be no way to learn from the past to build a better future. We are a charity. Find out how you can conserve the SS Great Britain and inspire the innovators of the future.
The SS Great Britain has lived more lives than most. An ocean liner, a cargo ship, a coal hulk… and today, the centrepiece of the Bristol Dockyards.
Around her, the SS Great Britain Trust continues to inject life into the history, engineering and creativity that defines this revered and wonderful place. But just like the decades-old dock, experiences like this don’t preserve themselves.
Our charity keeps the remarkable Dockyards alive, sharing their stories, celebrating their heritage and inspiring the next generation of young engineers. It takes a community to believe in it. And that's where you come in.
Helps conserve a historic artefact
Funds a full school workshop
Supports 24 hours of ship conservation
YOUR SUPPORT WILL
Conserve
Conserve the SS Great Britain, preventing corrosion of the iconic iron hull and keeping her shipshape for future generations.
educate
Run our inspiring museums and hands‑on educational programmes, engaging more people with Brunel's radical ideas while inspiring the next generation of innovators and engineers.
Discover
Sustain work with local communities, uncovering new stories from our vast archive to support extraordinary learning.
Connect with us
Share your time, knowledge and enthusiasm with thousands of annual visitors.
Ways to support
Link your brand with one of Britain’s most important heritage stories.
Support bold conservation, innovative learning and maritime heritage.
Supporter stories
“The partnership with the SS Great Britain Trust meant we could play an active role in helping communities to thrive, while reinforcing our commitment to making a positive and lasting impact beyond our core services”
“My favourite thing about being a supporter is...feeling that I am helping to preserve this very important ship for future generations to enjoy” Anonymous member
“We are delighted to support the Golden Ticket programme which benefits schools, children and their households across Bristol, enabling families to engage with the heritage of their city.”
“Every time I step onto the Dockyard, I’m reminded how special this place is. Sharing the story of Brunel, and Bristol, and this beautiful ship with visitors from all over the world is a true privilege.”
“Every time I step onto the Dockyard, I’m reminded how special this place is. Sharing the story of Brunel, and Bristol, and this beautiful ship with visitors from all over the world is a true privilege.”
“We have partnered with the SS Great Britain Trust for over 15 years, and we really value the benefits our partnership provides for our staff and the local community.”
“We have Great Pride in Isambard Kingdom Brunel and his SS Great Britain Steamship”
“Supporting the work of the SS Great Britain Trust means helping to protect an extraordinary piece of history. Seeing it brought to life for new generations makes it feel like a contribution that really matters.”