IK Brunel and his ships pioneered passenger travel.
The SS Great Britain was the first major passenger ship built of iron with its radical new screw propeller.
His ships pushed technology & the perceptions of shipping, paving the way for the seafaring vessels we see today. 1/9
Meet some of our Front of House team! From left to right we have Emma, Kip, Beth, Ben, and Chloe.
Let’s see what Ben has to say about working at Brunel’s SS Great Britain. #AskAMuseum
@GWRHelp shambolic journey from Cardiff to Swindon this morning. 8.22 departed almost an hour late. Insult to injury told train nonstop to Padd at Parkway so had to wait for next train.
The @SSGreatBritain Trust is supporting the next generation of engineers & innovators through their ‘Future Brunels’ programme.
As Patron of the Trust, The Princess Royal joined the latest graduates on SS Great Britain to congratulate them on completing the five-year scheme.
Our #IronIsland Late event is just a few days away!
On 2 September, experience the immersive installation and explore the ship after hours, perhaps while enjoying an exclusive Iron Island cocktail from the bar 🍹
Don't miss out. Grab your ticket now: https://t.co/jEc4mYu9pB
Thanks to your generosity and support from @V_and_A & @ace_national, we are delighted to announce that Joseph Walter's special painting of #SSGreatBritain as a transatlantic steamer has now been installed in #BeingBrunel, ready to be viewed by the public for the very first time!