Videos

Want to explore the SS Great Britain further? Check out our fun educational videos for a closer look into different aspects of the ship.

Why is the SS Great Britain So Important?

Mr Brunel takes you onboard to explain what makes the SS Great Britain such an important ship.

Mr Brunel and the Dry Dock

Head below the SS Great Britain’s Glass Sea with Mr Brunel, to discover the 1830’s Dry Dock in the Great Western Dock Yard.

Youtube Shorts

Head to our Youtube Channel to meet our characters! Watch short, fun videos exploring Victorian life and discover what it was like on board the SS Great Britain from the passengers themselves.
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The Engine and Propeller

Discover how the SS Great Britain’s engine and propellor works with Nicola, our Ship’s Conservation Engineer.

The Dehumidifier 

Discover how the SS Great Britain is protected from rust with Nicola, our Ship’s Conservation Engineer.

Life on Board

Click on the links below to watch these short films and find out more about what life was like on board

Children and Families

Children and Families On Board
Children and Families On Board

Diaries

Diaries
Diaries

Food

Food on Board
Food on Board

Keeping Well

Keeping Well On Board
Keeping Well On Board

Making the SS Great Britain

Making The SS Great Britain
Making The SS Great Britain

Seaman’s Lives and Jobs

Seaman’s Lives and Jobs
Seaman’s Lives and Jobs

An Incredible Journey

The following film shows the story of the daring rescue attempt and triumphant return of the SS Great Britain.