Brunel Museum

Brunel Museum Located in historic Rotherhithe the Brunel Museum is on the site of the Thames Tunnel, the first tun

We're hiring - please share!The Brunel Museum is looking for:🧼 Cleaner, P/T, closing 8 July🗝️ Collections & Heritage Coo...
18/06/2026

We're hiring - please share!

The Brunel Museum is looking for:
🧼 Cleaner, P/T, closing 8 July
🗝️ Collections & Heritage Coordinator, P/T, closing 21 July
🤝 Visitor Experience & Operations Coordinator, P/T, closing 21 July

For full details of all three roles & how to apply, see our website.

Bristol's icon, now in miniature in London ⚓While the original SS Great Britain is preserved in Bristol, we've welcomed ...
15/06/2026

Bristol's icon, now in miniature in London ⚓

While the original SS Great Britain is preserved in Bristol, we've welcomed a beautifully crafted model of this revolutionary ship to our collection.

When launched in 1843, the SS Great Britain was the largest passenger ship in the world and helped transform global travel. Designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, she was the first large ocean-going ship built of iron and powered by a screw propeller, a design that influenced ships for generations.

Visit us to explore this new addition and get a closer look at a vessel that helped shape maritime history.

Looking for something for your dad? 👀🎩 For the history dad⚙️ For the engineering dad🇬🇧 For the London dad😄 For the fun d...
14/06/2026

Looking for something for your dad? 👀

🎩 For the history dad
⚙️ For the engineering dad
🇬🇧 For the London dad
😄 For the fun dad

Find the perfect Father's Day gift in our museum shop.

✨ Inspire curiosity beyond the classroomAt the Brunel Museum, school groups step into the world of engineers, inventors ...
09/06/2026

✨ Inspire curiosity beyond the classroom

At the Brunel Museum, school groups step into the world of engineers, inventors and problem-solvers as they explore the remarkable story of the Thames Tunnel.

Through interactive activities, guided discussions and hands-on learning, students are encouraged to think critically, ask questions and discover how one ambitious idea helped shape modern London.

Our learning programmes are designed to support the curriculum while creating memorable experiences that bring history, engineering and innovation to life.

Interested in bringing your class to the museum?
Find out more here: https://thebrunelmuseum.com/learning/schools/

Would you be surprised to discover that scents like Carbon or Fly Ash could smell so good?Inspired by the hundreds of th...
08/06/2026

Would you be surprised to discover that scents like Carbon or Fly Ash could smell so good?

Inspired by the hundreds of thousands of bricks used to build the Thames Tunnel, our London Brick Soaps are a unique addition to the Brunel Museum collection. Each soap is vegan and cruelty-free, with recipes that incorporate ingredients inspired by the history, science and engineering of brickmaking.

From the charcoal notes of Fly Ash to the classic floral fragrance of Hot Rose, every soap has its own story to tell and a distinctive character to discover.

🌿☀️ Join us for a Summer of Sustainability at the Brunel Museum!Pick up our fun family trail and explore the museum in a...
07/06/2026

🌿☀️ Join us for a Summer of Sustainability at the Brunel Museum!

Pick up our fun family trail and explore the museum in a whole new way. Listen out for trains rumbling through the tunnel, spot the spiky monkey puzzle tree, and help our green spaces bloom.

Along the way, discover how we care for the planet, meet our buzzing bee friends, and learn why biodiversity matters. To finish your adventure, take home a packet of wildflower seeds and create your very own bee-friendly garden.

🐝🌸 Perfect for curious explorers of all ages!

As Volunteer Week comes to a close, we’d like to take a moment to celebrate and thank our incredible volunteers at the B...
05/06/2026

As Volunteer Week comes to a close, we’d like to take a moment to celebrate and thank our incredible volunteers at the Brunel Museum. 💙

Whether you’re welcoming visitors, leading tours, supporting events, helping in the garden, or sharing your knowledge and passion with our community, your dedication makes a real difference every day.

Your time, enthusiasm, and commitment help bring our stories to life and keep the Brunel Museum thriving. We are truly grateful for everything you do.

Thank you for being such an important part of our museum family. ✨

Bring a piece of Victorian London home with this Thames Tunnel Peepshow replica!Inspired by the popular Victorian-era so...
05/06/2026

Bring a piece of Victorian London home with this Thames Tunnel Peepshow replica!

Inspired by the popular Victorian-era souvenirs, this miniature paper theatre creates a striking illusion of depth and perspective when viewed through the opening.

Featuring the historic Thames Tunnel engineered by Sir Marc Brunel and Isambard Kingdom Brunel, it makes the perfect gift for history lovers, collectors, and fans of London heritage.

Click the link below to buy yours online: https://vist.ly/56p7v

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Railway Avenue
London
SE164LF

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 10:30am - 3:30pm
Saturday 10:30am - 3:30pm
Sunday 10:30am - 3:30pm

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+442072313840

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