
MB Fountain is a Thames Barge built to serve as a water carrier, included on the National Register of Historic Vessels and recognised as being of National Significance to Maritime heritage.
She is at imminent risk of destruction – so it’s time to do something!
There are lots of opportunities to get involved with supporting Fountain, from simply keeping up-to-date with our regular newsletter for members to coming and getting hands on involved.
We have an active group that provides the chance to meet and exchange ideas and skills as well as gain and contribute experience while ensuring that Fountain continues to thrive.
Even if you are not close enough to visit regularly, we always welcome those interested in carrying out research for the archives and offer online support as well as free or discounted access to training opportunities, conferences and workshops to help you get the best out of your experience!
All offers of support are gratefully received. If you’re unsure what you can offer, please get in touch and we’ll tell you about our latest projects
Please become a friend of Fountain and help to support her restoration and ongoing maintenance ensuring that current and future generations will be able to understand and enjoy this part of 20th century industrial heritage
As well as knowing you are securing Fountain’s future, friends also benefit from exclusive opportunities such as the chance to be invited on board for private tours and events as well as behind the scenes newsletters and updates.
Please visit the website – HERE! and make contact as soon as possible!

MB Fountain is a Thames Barge built to serve as a water carrier, included on the National Register of Historic Vessels and recognised as being of National Significance to Maritime heritage.
She is at imminent risk of destruction – so it’s time to do something!
There are lots of opportunities to get involved with supporting Fountain, from simply keeping up-to-date with our regular newsletter for members to coming and getting hands on involved.
We have an active group that provides the chance to meet and exchange ideas and skills as well as gain and contribute experience while ensuring that Fountain continues to thrive.
Even if you are not close enough to visit regularly, we always welcome those interested in carrying out research for the archives and offer online support as well as free or discounted access to training opportunities, conferences and workshops to help you get the best out of your experience!
All offers of support are gratefully received. If you’re unsure what you can offer, please get in touch and we’ll tell you about our latest projects
Please become a friend of Fountain and help to support her restoration and ongoing maintenance ensuring that current and future generations will be able to understand and enjoy this part of 20th century industrial heritage
As well as knowing you are securing Fountain’s future, friends also benefit from exclusive opportunities such as the chance to be invited on board for private tours and events as well as behind the scenes newsletters and updates.
Please visit the website – HERE! and make contact as soon as possible!








