Our mission is to Empower young People

Merseyside Adventure Sailing Trust is a charity based in the Liverpool city region managed by a small and dedicated group of Trustees, Ambassadors and Volunteers.

There is no more dramatic way of developing young peoples’ potential than through the Tall Ship educational experience, as hundreds of young people sailing with MAST have already discovered.

Whatever a young person’s background, all voyages are inclusive and sail training is an experience which allows young people to discover their true mettle and spirit and earn the respect of their peer group.

My life turned around when I got involved with MAST. The voyage helped me to face my fears and think about the endless possibilities that were available to me. I made friends for life and feel proud of what we all achieved. I really am a different person now and I know my future is brighter and that I can achieve whatever I set my mind to.

Our mission is to Empower young People

Merseyside Adventure Sailing Trust is a charity based in the Liverpool city region managed by a small and dedicated group of Trustees, Ambassadors and Volunteers.

There is no more dramatic way of developing young peoples’ potential than through the Tall Ship educational experience, as hundreds of young people sailing with MAST have already discovered.

My life turned around when I got involved with MAST. The voyage helped me to face my fears and think about the endless possibilities that were available to me. I made friends for life and feel proud of what we all achieved. I really am a different person now and I know my future is brighter and that I can achieve whatever I set my mind to.

Our Next Voyage

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Our Values

working to enable young people achieve their potential

Excellence

everyday

To exceed standards and inspire excellence in Ambassadors, Volunteers and Young People

Respect

& inclusivity

To act with integrity and inclusiveness and be receptive to each other and young people.

Innovation

& Learning

To listen, learn and respond effectively to our Ambassadors, Volunteers and Young People

Aspirational

Vision

To be visionary, influential and deliver a personalised service that surpasses expectations.

MAST EVENTS 2025

FALMOUTH to LIVERPOOL

MAST will deliver 4 consecutive voyages during August 2025 aboard the Spirit of Falmouth, providing young people with transformative offshore experiences. our first voyage is from Falmouth to Liverpool for 4 days.

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How You Can Help

support our young people

Every contribution of help you give is appreciated. There are 3 key ways you can support us. The help we receive contributes towards changing the lives of young people in our communities:-

Volunteering
Fundraising
Resource Donation

Each contribution of support is appreciated and really does count.

Visit our Support Us page to find out more.

Ruth Wood

CEO

Mersey Maritime

At the 2024 Mersey Maritime Industry Awards, we were proud to support MAST as our chosen charity for the evening. The partnership was a tribute to Jim Graves BEM, who received our Maritime Ambassador Award in recognition of his exceptional contribution to maritime training and youth development. Through MAST, nearly 3,000 young people and apprentices from across the Liverpool City Region have experienced transformative tall ship sailing voyages. On the night, our guests raised over £4,500 in support of MAST’s vital work, helping to inspire the next generation of maritime talent.