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This is the local story of an engineering family that changed the world.

As well as building the world’s first tunnel through soft ground under a navigable river, the Brunels hosted the first underwater concert party here in 1827.
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Socks printed with Isambard Kingdom Brunel? A tea towel representing the Grand Opening of the Thames Tunnel? If you’re looking for something unusual for the engineer in your life, visit the museum shop.

Every purchase from our online shop directly supports the work we do at the Brunel Museum.

Free UK shipping on all orders over £30!

Unique gifts

Our shop has a great selection of books about Marc and Isambard Kingdom Brunel as well as old prints, greeting cards, and souvenirs. 

Orders over £30 will qualify for free UK shipping.

Become a friend

Become a Friend of the Brunel Museum here. Join to support the museum and get all sorts of discounts and membership perks. 

We're open 10:30am – 3:30pm, alternate Saturdays and Sundays

Explore the history of the Thames Tunnel by visiting our Engine House exhibition and Grade II* listed Tunnel Shaft. 

During Winter 2024-25, we’ll be open alternate weekends for Guided Tours. Please note we will not be open any Mondays or Fridays. 

Our next dates are:

  •  9 & 10 November
  • 23 & 23 November
  • 30 November & 1 December
  • 7 & 8 December

confirmation_number Admission

Adult: £15
Concession*: £10
Family* Ticket: £20
Includes Gift Aid Donation

Art Pass: free entry

*Concessions are available for children, students and over-65s
*Family ticket admits up to 2 adults and 4 children

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schedule Opening times

Saturdays: 10:30am to 3:30pm | Last entry 3pm
Sundays: 10:30am to 3:30pm | Last entry 3pm

Please note we open alternate weekends only during Winter.

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place Find us

Brunel Museum, Railway Avenue
Rotherhithe, London, SE16 4LF

020 7231 3840

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Crisis Appeal - Be the light at the end of the tunnel

You can be the light at the end of the tunnel for The Brunel Museum by donating to our Appeal or by making a donation during your visit.

The Brunel Museum team hopes to build with you towards a positive new future, to inspire visitors and the local community through sharing new and improved facilities, a space for community events, new areas to display remarkable objects, and by celebrating our historic site in a way that celebrates innovation and ingenuity. 

Explore our Collection

Explore our unique collection online – we’re working towards making an online record of the items in our collection, including…

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