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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 6h

It's Gift Aid Awareness Day!

Gift Aid makes a huge difference to the Museum. We can claim an extra 25% from the Gov't on many donations made by UK taxpayers, at no extra cost. Last year, we claimed £3,000+, to use where most needed.

To everyone who completed a Gift Aid declaration: thank you!

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 1d

Looking for a Christmas party venue that’s far from ordinary?

Celebrate in our historic Thames Tunnel Shaft and botanical Rooftop Garden with fire pits, fairy lights, and toasts under the winter sky!

Get in touch at [email protected] to secure your date

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 2d

Interested to learn more about the research happening in the Museum?

We've produced a handy page which collates our research across different areas. Learn more about new stories, conservation, and research collaborations with external partners.

Take a look here: vist.ly/49ieq

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 3d

Transform your creative vision at the Brunel Museum 🎥

From fashion editorials and music videos to film productions and commercial shoots, our Grade II* listed building offers a truly unique setting.

Book your shoot today: [email protected]

#filminglocation #musicvideo #fashionshoot #hire

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 4d

Our final Revolution-themed film screening takes place this Wednesday, 8 October, and it's a big one: Les Mis!

Doors open 6.30pm, film begins 7pm.

A selection of beers, wine, soft drinks, and snacks will be available from our bar.

Tickets available here: vist.ly/49bnp

Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 8d

There's still time to book a last minute ticket to tomorrow's screening of Napoleon (2023), the third in our series of French Revolution themed films.

Doors 6.30pm, film at 7pm.

Join us for this epic tale!

Tickets available here: vist.ly/48sgd

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 9d

This Christmas, celebrate across two unforgettable spaces at the Brunel Museum.

Start the evening with festive drinks by the fire pits in our Botanical Rooftop Garden, then move the party underground into the Tunnel Shaft 🥂🪩🎉

To enquire or arrange a site visit contact [email protected]

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 10d

Looking for the perfect filming location?

The Brunel Museum offers a versatile and characterful backdrop!
From the unique tunnel shaft to the rooftop garden and Engine House, our spaces allow your production to capture multiple settings, all in one location!
Enquire now at [email protected]

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 12d

Give your guests something to talk about this Christmas: a party in the extraordinary Tunnel Shaft! 🍸🎄🎩

Add the Rooftop Garden with fire pits and organic wine, and you’ve got the ultimate festive experience.

Secure your Christmas party today—email [email protected]

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 13d

This Halloween, join us for a spooktacular tour of Rotherhithe’s creepiest sights.

We'll also have bloody bellinis available to start the evening off; fancy dress warmly encouraged!

Sun. 26 Oct., 5-7pm

Tickets available here: vist.ly/486tt

Limited no. of early bird tickets are available.

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 15d

On our blog, Mark Kleinman considers Brunel’s engagement with American steamboat pioneers in the 1790s. It wasn't just Isambard Kingdom Brunel who tried his hand at ships — his father used crucial years Brunel in the United States to develop his own ideas.

Find out more here: vist.ly/47x7w

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 15d

Save 20% on your school visit to the Brunel Museum. Schools can now book our brand new activities for 2025/26:
How to Build a Tunnel Under the Thames and the Discovery Walk. - Book here: vist.ly/47tvg

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 16d

Celebrate the Christmas season in style at the Brunel Museum!

Underground, the Tunnel Shaft sets the stage with its grand, dramatic space—perfect for live music, dancing, or dinner.

Ready to book? Contact us at [email protected] and let’s start planning!

Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 16d

There's still time to book tickets for our special screening of Sofia Coppola's 2006 cinematic biography of Marie Antoinette, with a fast-paced retro soundtrack and sumptuous clothing.

Wednesday 24 September
Doors 6.30pm, screening at 7pm.

Tickets available here: vist.ly/47qyi

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 21d

Looking for a Christmas venue that’s far from ordinary? 🎄

The Tunnel Shaft offer a one-of-a-kind festive atmosphere, pair it with our Rooftop Garden - glowing with fire pits and sparkling toasts!

For bookings and more information, contact [email protected]

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 23d

🎶 Join @debutclassical at The Brunel Museum on Thursday 18 September!
Immerse yourself in world-class classical music in the atmospheric Tunnel Shaft and experience an unforgettable evening.

🎟 Book now: vist.ly/46xm4
(Discounted tickets available for under 30s)

Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 24d

Make this Christmas unforgettable in our historic Tunnel Shaft and rooftop garden!

With its breathtaking architecture and atmospheric acoustics, it’s the perfect backdrop for festive cheer.🍸

Get in touch at [email protected] to enquire and reserve a date.

Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · 27d

Opens today! Come visit our brand-new French Révolution Season display, with objects never before seen in public, to explore the Brunels' experiences of this turbulent period.

Book online in advance for the best prices; open Friday-Monday, 10.30-3.30. vist.ly/46i85

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · Sep 9

Christmas party season is closer than it seems!

Make your festive plans unforgettable with a celebration in the Thames Tunnel Shaft at the Brunel Museum - London’s most atmospheric underground venue.

Get in touch at [email protected] to book your spot!

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · Sep 7

Already looking ahead to October half-term? 🧐

We've got you covered!

We'll be running family activities all week, included with admission to the Museum.

🌸 Try your hand at making origami flowers,

💠 Make your own fan, inspired by the beautiful French fan which will be on display

Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · Aug 27

Have you seen our latest vacancy?

We're hiring a Casual Learning Coordinator!

Deadline this Friday 29 August, 9am.

For more information and to apply, see here: vist.ly/44prt

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · Aug 26

Catch our Director, Katherine McAlpine, on Hazel Baker's London History Podcast, to find out more about the intriguing history of the Thames Tunnel reshaped London’s transportation history!

Listen here: vist.ly/44kyn

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · Aug 26

Make your next event stand out!

Our one-of-a-kind venue is available for team away days, product launches, and networking evenings - offering a unique setting that your guests won’t forget.

For corporate bookings: [email protected]

#CorporateEvents #BrunelMuseum #VenueHire

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · Aug 25

Our #ObjectOfTheWeek is this watercolour by George Yates, which shows the Brunel Museum as it looked when it was a construction site in the 1820s.

On the left is a mural of the tunnelling shield - perhaps to show the method to those who didn't fancy going underground...

vist.ly/44fqm

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Brunel Museum @brunelmuseum.bsky.social · Aug 24

Looking for things to do this Bank Holiday? We're open tomorrow!

Come discover the oldest part of London's underground network, 200 years after work began.

Book in advance for the best prices: vist.ly/44dnp