Brunel Museum

The Brunel Museum occupies the Engine House building in Rotherhithe and displays exhibits about the Thames Tunnel construction and the Brunel family's engineering feats. The space contains original drawings, plans, and models that document the technical innovations of the 19th century.

The Engine House was designed by Marc Isambard Brunel in 1843 and served as a pumping station during Thames Tunnel construction. This building was crucial for managing water during a project that redefined underground engineering at the time.

The museum presents engineering innovations through exhibitions of original plans, drawings, and models that showcase the technological progress of Victorian London.

The museum is best reached on foot from Rotherhithe station and sits near the Thames riverbank. Visitors should note that the route involves narrow streets and the building itself spans multiple levels.

The Grand Entrance Hall is a massive underground chamber that served as the world's first tunnel shaft beneath a navigable river. This remarkable engineering solution at the time opened an entirely new approach to underwater infrastructure.

Location: London Borough of Southwark

Inception: 1961

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Address: Railway Approach, London SE16 4LF

Opening Hours: October 23-March 31 Friday-Monday 10:30-15:30; April 01-October 22 Monday,Friday,Sunday 11:00-17:00

Phone: +442072313840

Website: http://brunel-museum.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.50160,-0.05300

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48