Temporary Exhibition: Tunnelling Today
Tideway is building a 25km Super Sewer under the Thames to stop those nasty sewage spills and clean up our river for the good of the city, its wildlife and you. Join us at the Brunel Museum to learn about the history of the ‘Great Stink, the Tideway project, it’s timeline and why the …
Postponed: Film screening: My extinction
*We’re very sorry to share that due to staff illness we’ve had to cancel this evening’s screening of My Extinction. We’ll be in touch with ticket holders about a new date in due course* What does it take for us to act on the climate crisis – especially if we’re the kind of person …
Cool Space – Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Please note the Cool Spaces scheme will end Tuesday 22 August. There will be no Cool Spaces on Wednesday 23 August as the Museum will be closed. This summer, the Brunel Museum’s tunnel shaft is officially a ‘cool space’. For 2 days a week this summer, people can take respite from the heat in …
Windrush to Wapping – Meet Sydney Charles Lewis
This summer, families can meet Sydney Charles Lewis – a Tube Guard on the East London Line in the 1970’s. His father came over on Windrush in the 1950’s and he is following in his footsteps – maybe he too will one day become a driver! In 1799 Marc Brunel arrived in England, after leaving …
Brunel Museum General Admission – October 2023 to March 2024
Visit the Brunel Museum to explore the story of the Thames Tunnel and discover a hidden piece of London’s industrial history. Go 16m underground and explore the remains of the Grade II* listed Thames Tunnel shaft. Find out why Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s first engineering project was almost his last. Discover why the site was once …
Walking Tours – The Mysterious History of Rotherhithe
(£15 per person – includes admission to the Brunel Museum; 90 minutes approx.) The Brunel Museum sits in the heart of Rotherhithe, an area of South-East London that is rich in history. Our expert guides will take you back in time through some of Rotherhithe’s most interesting sights, from the ruins of King Edward III’s …
Midnight Apothecary – October Saturdays
Midnight Apothecary continues its ever popular botanical cocktail evenings in our enchanted roof garden. Every Saturday evening until 28 guests can enjoy cocktails, campfire and culture. Cocktails are infused and garnished using ingredients grown in the garden or foraged close by. They are also proud suppliers of Bermondsey’s local beers and gin and have a …
(October Half-Term) Eerie-On-Sea Monster Museum Tour
This Halloween, families will be able to search for strange creatures and spooky spectres at The Brunel Museum as part of the national Eerie-on-Sea Monster Museum Tour, organised by Kids in Museums and Walker Books. The fun, family trail celebrates the release of the latest book in the Eerie-on-Sea Mysteries series: Mermedusa by Thomas Taylor.
An Opinionated Guide to Historic London Book Talk
To celebrate Hoxton Mini Press’ latest addition to their ever popular ‘An Opinionated Guide to…’ series, the Brunel Museum proudly hosts the launch of ‘Historic London’, detailing the hidden historic gems, attractions and landmarks our capital city has to offer. Written by public historian and tour guide Sheldon K Goodman, join both author and …
October Half-Term: Rope-Making Workshop with Sanne Visser
Discover the fascinating craft of rope-making using recycled textiles with designer Sanne Visser, during a drop-in session for children and young people (children must be accompanied by an adult). This is part of Southwark’s Heritage ‘Making Southwark’ event, taking place at the Brunel Museum in Rotherhithe, a neighbourhood known for its rich history in rope …