Festive light and sound on the SS Great Britain
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Sat 06 December 2025
11:00 - 15:00 - Location
- Brunel's SS Great Britain, Great Western Dockyard, Further info
- Contact
- Student Life Team student life@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- £5
- Attendance
- Booking required
Description
Beneath The Waves – a sensory light and sound experience by Squidsoup.
This Christmas, dive into a dazzling underwater world in the historic dry dock. Hundreds of glowing orbs light your way, tracing the SS Great Britain’s journey from icy seas to sunlit shores. Wander beneath the hull as waves of colour, sound and distant voices surround you, evoking the spirit of adventure and discovery. Created by Squidsoup, renowned for their immersive light installations worldwide. A magical festive escape beneath the waves!
Registration and tickets
- Cost: £5
- Attendance: Booking required
Location
Brunel's SS Great Britain
Great Western Dockyard
Gas Ferry Road
Bristol
BS1 6TY
UK
Website
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