The objective of the trust is to provide facilities for water-related and other physical recreation facilities in South East London.

The Trustees in conjunction with the member clubs (Globe Rowing Club and Curlew Rowing Club) provide facilities for water-related and other physical recreation activities at the Trafalgar Rowing Centre on the River Thames and at the Royal Albert Dock.

The main activities being rowing on river and indoor rowing. Trafalgar 2001 Trust Limited and the member clubs are affiliated to British Rowing.

The Trust is a voluntary organisation and wishes to thank all volunteers for their assistance with, and commitment to the success of its operation.