Discovery Talks

New to our groups offer are private ‘Discovery talks’ for groups. Talks explore a variety of topics, exploring some of the stories behind Brunel, his famous ships and the people who traveled on them. 

Some talks may only be available on certain days but let us know your preference and we will explore the options with you. 

Talks 

  • Botany on Board (Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays) 
  • Brunel’s Three Ships (Tuesday and Friday afternoons) 
  • Brunel’s Great Western Steamship (Tuesday and Friday afternoons) 
  • Brunel’s World (Thursday and Friday afternoons) 
  • Captains of the SS Great Britain (Tuesday afternoons) 
  • Dining on the SSGB (Tuesday afternoons and Saturdays) 
  • Engineers Tale (Fridays) 
  • The Golden Voyage (Saturdays) 
  • Incredible Journey (Tuesday afternoons, Thursdays and Saturdays) 
  • Surgeon’s Tale (Tuesdays) 
  • The Steerage Story (Tuesdays and Saturdays) 
  • Women of the SSGB (Wednesdays) 

Details 

  • £30 per talk 
  • 30 minutes in a private space, given by a knowledgeable volunteer 
  • Maximum of 50 people, depending on space availability 
  • Does not include admission cost 

For more information or to add a Discovery Talk to an existing booking, please contact our Bookings Team on 0117 926 0680 or email groups@ssgreatbritain.org. 

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