Brunel the Engineer Workshop

Education workshop suitable for children working at Key Stage 1.

Learn about Brunel and his achievements though a range of his projects.

Discover what powers the SS Great Britain and how its steam engine works.

Have a go at powering a model of the screw propeller.

Find out why an iron ship floats.

Price: £3 per child. Adults are free but must be booked in.

Capacity: 30 people per workshop

Times: 10:30am

Duration: 50mins

Location: Medlock classroom, Dockyard Museum

National Curriculum Links: Science – everyday materials; History – significant individual and local history

Download the workshop guide here.

You will be given the option to add this workshop to your order when booking your admission tickets via this link.