Sponsor a Bench

The reimagined Dockyard Museum will form part of the expanded SS Great Britain Experience, sharing the remarkable personal stories of passengers who journeyed to New York, San Francisco, Australia, India and the Falkland Islands. These voyages shaped lives across the world – and here in Bristol. Bold new design and fresh interpretation will bring these stories to life, and you can help make it happen. 

We have created just six Places to Pause within the new museum – beautifully crafted benches offering visitors a moment of reflection. We’re inviting a small group of generous benefactors and companies to sponsor one of these special spaces. 

By sponsoring a bench for £10,000, you’ll join an exclusive group of supporters and receive: 

  • Recognition of your support in front of our 140,000 local, national and international visitors each year  
  • 20% discount on venue hire 
  • An exclusive preview of the new museum for friends, staff or clients (up to 8 people), including a tour led by our expert Collections and Project team 
  • An invitation to the museum opening alongside key guests from across the city 
  • Public acknowledgment and brand recognition reaching our 50,000-strong social media, newsletter and membership audience