October events on Brunel's ss Great Britain

Descend under the glass 'sea'; step back in time in the Dockyard Museum; see, hear, touch and smell what life was like for Victorian passengers and crew on board Brunel’s ss Great Britain this autumn.

There is plenty to do to keep the family entertained at the multi award-winning attraction over the break!

Meet the Victorian surgeon, with his giant leech Archibald, for a Victorian diagnosis of your ailments (October 25 & 26); talk to Mr Brunel about his daring designs (October 25 to November 4 – except October 29); make a rat in the ‘Catsheads! Rats’ tales!’ workshops (October 25, 27 & 30); or discover the ‘Gruesome Great Britain’ children’s trail (October 25 to November 4).

Get spooky this Halloween and join the absolutely fabulous ‘Fashion Victims’ (October 31) – part of the Big Draw. Families can design and make clothes for life-sized Victorian cut outs of long-dead passengers and crew. You could even spot a friendly ghost or two, if recent reports in the media are to be believed!

With tickets giving FREE unlimited return visits for a year, and events included in admission, Brunel’s ss Great Britain is excellent value for money!

Venue

Brunel's ss Great Britain, Harbourside

Dates

25 Oct 2008 - 4 Nov 2008

Road Directions

Exiting M4 Junction 19 M32 at Junction 3, continue until Inner Circuit Road. Turn left to Temple Meads Station. At next roundabout take 2nd exit. Pass Temple Meads on your left. Take Right Hand Lane turning right onto York Road (runs on south side of the river). Follow York Road to next roundabout at Bedminster Bridge. Take 3rd exit (cross river) along Commercial Road. At next mini roundabout take left exit along Cumberland Road. Follow for 800 metres and take right into Gas Ferry Lane.

Public Transport Directions

Trains to Bristol Temple Meads, From there it's a 30 minute walk, ferry or bus to the city centre. For timetable and further information please visit their web-site www.thetrainline.com

The new Cross Harbour Ferry is now operating between Capricorn Quay and the ss Great Britain.
Bristol Ferry Company operates ferry throughout the year, around the Bristol Floating Harbour. Please visit their web-site for an up to date timetable. www.bristolferryboat.co.uk or tel: 0117 9273416

 Facilities

Provider Preferences

• In town/city centre
• Of historic, literary or architectural interest

Accessibility

• Accessible to Wheelchair Users
• Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
• Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors
• Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
• Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Parking & Transport

• Car parking

Catering

• On-Site café/restaurant

Establishment Features

• Cater for groups

Specialist Features

• Family Fun