There is plenty to see, hear, smell and do throughout the year at Brunel’s ss Great Britain, from Mr Brunel visiting his ship in person, children's ships trails and family craft workshops, to mention but a few!
JULY 17 to 2011
Exhibition, the Baker Gallery
Step back in time to 1970, hear the memories of those who rescued the ship from
the Falkland Islands and witnessed her return, and view the stunning new animated film.
JULY 20 TO SEPTEMBER 9 (TUES & THURS)
The Incredible Journey talks
Discover the incredible story of Brunel's ss Great Britain's salvage and return to Bristol in 1970. Held in the Riggers' Yard every Tuesday and Thursday at 11:30am & 2:30pm (lasting 30 mins).
JULY 24 TO AUGUST 31
Mr Brunel visits
Meet Britain’s greatest engineer (except Mondays)
JULY 31 & AUGUST 1
Bristol Harbour Festival
Step back in time to ride the authentic steam carousel
AUGUST 21 & 22
Crimean troopship
Soldier re-enactors take over the ship
Victorian surgeon
Seek medical advice from the ship’s doctor. Meet a
leech named Isambard
SEPTEMBER 12
Grandparent’s day
Treat your grandparents!
AUTUMN 2010
Brunel Institute opening and tours
Be amongst the first to view the conservation and learning centre.
Pre-booking essential.
SEPTEMBER 25, 26 & OCTOBER 2, 3, 9 & 10
Horrid torrid tales trail
Discover passengers’ nasty onboard experiences (7-11 years)
OCTOBER 23 TO 31
Mr Brunel visits
Meet Britain’s greatest engineer (except Monday)
OCTOBER 25, 26, 29 & 30
Who do you think they were?
Draw real historic passengers, taking inspiration from the ship’s diaries. Prizes for best sketches. 11am to 1pm & 2pm to 4pm
OCTOBER 27, 28 & 30
Ratcatcher’s Halloween
Enjoy this fun and spooky storytelling event in the galley of Britain’s ‘most haunted ship’. Special poet laureate-ratty competition! 11.30am & 3pm
DECEMBER 17
Christmas lunch
Tuck into a traditional festive lunch in the First Class Dining Saloon, plus time to explore. Please call 0117 926 0680 to book
DECEMBER 18
Father Christmas
Board the festive ship, meet Father Christmas, and win prizes
FEBRUARY 19 to 27, 2011
Mr Brunel visits (except Mondays)
Buy tickets to visit Brunel's ss Great Britain
View our What's On leaflet