The Wellington Trust
Looking to the Future
Her Devonport ship builders could hardly have envisaged that 70 years after launch she would be a highly visible and much loved central London landmark. However, despite careful and loving conversion, the ravages of time and tide are starting to tell on a seventy year old hull and its retro-fitted services and fittings.
The Wellington Trust is determined that, unlike many other historic vessels and heritage sites, this unique ship will not be permitted to fall into such a state of disrepair that a huge injection of cash becomes necessary just to ensure her survival.
The Honourable Company of Master Mariners has provided a £250,000 grant to the Trust and we are very grateful for their generosity. Similarly, Honourable Company members and friends have raised additional funds for preservation purposes, which reflects a substantial and generous donation from many individuals committed to the future of HQS Wellington.
Open house on board ship
