Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Nearby Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel

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This historic landmark was the first ever tunnel to be burrowed under a navigable river. Digging began in 1825 under Marc Brunel. He invented and implemented the basic technological principles of tunnelling. These have been used in tunnel construction ever since. Plagued by periodic flooding, blazing infernos and labour fatalities the tunnel took eight years to construct and was nicknamed 'The Great Bore' by the press. Queen Victoria opened it in 1843 to tourists but it instead became a haunt for whores and miscreants. Today it still carries the East London Line below the Thames and remains the most watertight of all the rail tunnels.
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London > Hotels > Budget Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 80% off from £50
469-475 The Highway, E1W | 18 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Being just a bit out of the city centre this modern, hotel is popular with the budget traveller. It’s close to Canary Wharf and Tower Bridge ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Deluxe Double Rooms: 85% off from £77
265 Rotherhithe Street, SE16 | 20 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
You can still feel the excitement and bustle of ships laden with goods, unloading their wares in London's Docklands. Now a burgeoning centre for some of ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 92% off from £75
Guoman Tower, E1W1LD | 22 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
It’s the views over the River Thames that give this hotel next to the Tower of London and Tower Bridge a wow factor. It’s also very ...More
Alternative Historic Buildings nearest Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Tower Hill, London, City, London EC3N | 26 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
With close to 1,000 years of royal history lurking within its highly fortified walls, a trip to the Tower of London is like traveling back to ...More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Commercial Street, London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 35 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Built in 1729, Nicholas Hawksmoor's Christ Church creation was declared dangerous and closed in 1956. Vigorous campaigning, from the poet Sir John Betjeman among others, eventually ...More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
12 Leadenhall Street, London, City, London EC3V | 35 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
The landmark Lloyd's building, at 1 Lime Street, is arguably one of the most iconic buildings in The City. Designed by architect Richard Rogers, it was ...More
Sights and Attractions near Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Wapping Hydraulic Power Station, Wapping Wall, London, Tower Hamlets, London E1W | 8 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Built in 1890 and originally used to power machinery using stream and later electricity, the unique space of The Wapping Project is now a thriving centre ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
1 Park Approach, Southwark Park, London, Southwark, London SE16 | 12 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Before the Bermondsey Artists' Group (BAG) took over the cafe in the middle of Southwark Park it had fallen into disrepair. The building was completely renovated ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Southwest Corner of Southwark Park, London, Southwark, London SE16 | 16 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Set up by the Cafe Gallery Projects London, who also run the nearby Cafe Gallery in the centre of Southwark Park just a five-minute walk away, ...More
Events near Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 26th May 2012 to 8th July 2012 - Various Times
The Wapping Project, Wapping Hydraulic Power Station, Wapping Wall, E1W | 8 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
A sound and film installation depicting the community of female sea workers who live on the North Pacific island of Jeju, whose ancient profession of diving ...More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 24th May, 25th May, 26th May and 27th May 2012 - 12noon-6pm
Cafe Gallery Projects, 1 Park Approach, Southwark Park, SE16 | 12 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Large-scale paintings and drawings inspired by storms and the power of the ocean....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 13th June 2012 to 15th July 2012 - 12noon-6pm
Cafe Gallery Projects, 1 Park Approach, Southwark Park, SE16 | 12 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Contemporary works in various media exploring the traumatic effects of technological progress on the human psyche and body, by artists including Richard Ducker, Nooshin Farhid, Tim ...More
Entertainment near Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
Graces Alley, Off Ensign Street, London, Tower Hamlets, London E1 | 20 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
In the nineteenth century, Wilton's Music Hall was a great mirrored hall lit by a vast chandelier, with 27,000 crystals and 300 gas jets. Opera, operetta, variety shows ...More
London > Entertainment > Live Music
Wilton's Music Hall, Graces Alley, Off Ensign Street, London, Tower Hamlets, London E1 | 20 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
The famous Mahogany Bar at Wilton's Music Hall has reopened after more than 50 years on the sidelines. Sadly, last orders were called at the bar ...More
London > Entertainment > Live Music
490 Commercial Road, London, Tower Hamlets, London E1 | 20 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
This splendid 1930s art deco Grade II listed East End dance hall has a capacity of over 2,600 and prides itself as "London's most versatile venue". ...More
Shopping near Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
London > Shopping > Delicatessens
Arch 72 Druid Street, London, Southwark, London SE1 | 20 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Fegus Henderson's St John stable extends from the restaurant by Smithfield to this bakery in Bermondsey. Although primarily a wholesalers, St John Bakery does open its shutters ...More
London > Shopping > Delicatessens
Arch 72 Druid Street, London, Southwark, London SE1 | 20 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Fegus Henderson's St John stable extends from the restaurant by Smithfield to this bakery in Bermondsey. Although primarily a wholesalers, St John Bakery does open its shutters ...More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
55 Stanworth Street, London, Southwark, London SE1 | 22 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Wake up on a Saturday morning and smell the freshly roasted coffee at Coleman Coffee Roasters, a small batch coffee roastery at No. 55 Stanworth Street ...More
Restaurants near Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
London > Restaurants > Modern European restaurants
1 Tunnel Road, Rotherhithe, London, Southwark, London | 1 minute from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
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London > Restaurants > Modern European restaurants
1 Tunnel Road, Rotherhithe, London, Southwark, London | 1 minute from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
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London > Restaurants > American restaurants
75 Wapping High Street, London, Tower Hamlets, London E1W | 8 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Extremely popular local diner in the American style, with child-friendly service, excellent steaks, delicious side orders and an atmosphere of contented enjoyment. Lilly's supports local traders ...More
Education near Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
London > Education > Adult Education
121 Roman Road, London, Tower Hamlets, London E2 | 1.9 miles from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
For 30 years Four Corners has been training, producing and supporting the full range of film and photographic requirements. Services on offer include filmmaking facilities and ...More
London > Education > Evening Classes
10 Sunbury Workshops, Swanfield Street, London, Shoreditch, London E2 | 2 miles from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Learn some crafty manouveurs at Making Space where classes on mask making, glass engraving, pyrography (burning patterns into wood or leather), chainmail knitting, and book hollowing ...More
London > Education > Evening Classes
4 Luke Street, London, Shoreditch, London EC2A | 2 miles from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
National charity for adult learning which also runs an excellent selection of theatre, literature, history and politics evening classes....More
Leisure near Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
City Hall, 110 The Queens Walk, London, Bankside, London SE1 | 26 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Potters Fields Park occupies a prime spot between City Hall (from where the Mayor runs London) and Tower Bridge. The pedestrianised, grassy area on the south ...More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
41 Snowsfields, London, SE1 | 32 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
It's a relief to step into Snowsfields Wellness, with its shelves of carefully selected healthy and organic products. Unlike plenty of other places, each of the ...More
London > Leisure > Activities
Arches 422-424 Mile End Park, Burdett Road, London, Tower Hamlets, London E3 | 36 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
It's not exactly Formula 1 but get behind the wheel of a go-kart and you'll certainly feel like you're ready to give Lewis Hamilton a ...More
Pubs near Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
London > Nightlife > Pubs
57 Wapping Wall, London, Tower Hamlets, London E1W | 7 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Once known as the 'Devil's Tavern' thanks to its delinquent clientele, the Prospect of Whitby is one of the oldest pubs in London - and the ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
108 Wapping High Street, London, Tower Hamlets, London E1W | 8 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
The real magic of Wapping's riverside Captain Kidd pub is outside on the L-shaped patio. The Thames is rather narrow here and so the action seems ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
44 Narrow Street, London, Tower Hamlets, London E14 | 20 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Having been such a huge influence on British gastropub fare, it was only a matter of time before Gordon Ramsay opened one himself. As is so ...More
Nightlife near Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
40 Maltby Street, London, Southwark, London SE1 | 24 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Under the railway arches on Maltby Street is a food lover's paradise, filled with shops from the likes of St John Bakery, Monmouth Coffee, Kernel Brewery ...More
London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
16-18 Whitechapel Road, London, Tower Hamlets, London E1 | 29 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Scuzzy venue on the outskirts of Shoreditch which looks like a crummycafe from the outside. Walk past the crowded plastic tables and chairsand through a discreet ...More
Meeting venue hire near Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
London > Business > Venue Hire
Wapping Hydrolic Power Station, Wapping Wall, London, Tower Hamlets, London E1W | 8 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Built in 1890 and originally used to power machinery using stream and later electricity, the unique space of The Wapping Project is now a thriving centre ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Drummond Road, London, Southwark, London SE16 | 15 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
Peek Frean & Co made biscuits here in Bermondsey for 123 years, from 1866 until 1989 when the factory closed. Home to baked goods like the ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
1 Grace's Alley, (Off Ensign Street), London, Tower Hamlets, London E1 | 20 minutes from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel
In the nineteenth century, Wilton's Music Hall was a great mirrored hall lit by a vast chandelier, with 27,000 crystals and 300 gas jets. Opera, operetta, ...More
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What's On Today Near Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel Sax Impey: Storm Exhibitions | Until 27th May 2012 Cafe Gallery Projects 12 minutes walk from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel Large-scale paintings and drawings inspired by storms and the power of the ocean....More Duckie In & Magic Me: Weekend At Wilton's Theatre | Until 27th May 2012 Wilton's Music Hall 20 minutes walk from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel Variety show featuring singing, dancing, photography and puppetry. Hosted by comedian Ame Lame and featuring performances from Up & Over ...More Fridays at The George Tavern Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 25th May 2012 The George Tavern 21 minutes walk from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel DJs and bands play indie and pop....More The Tits Concerts | On 25th May 2012 The George Tavern 21 minutes walk from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel ...More Jerico Orchestra Concerts | On 25th May 2012 The George Tavern 21 minutes walk from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel Experimental jazz from the audiovisual ensemble....More Designs of the Year 2012 Exhibitions | Until 4th July 2012 Design Museum 22 minutes walk from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel The Design of the Year Awards are the Oscars of the design world, celebrating and showcasing the most innovative and ...More ![]() Christian Louboutin Exhibitions | Until 9th July 2012 Design Museum 22 minutes walk from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel For anyone who follows fashion, French shoe designer Christian Louboutin is the height of sophistication. His famous red soled shoes, ...More Anthems Clubbing and Nightlife | On 25th May 2012 The Abbey Bar 1.21 miles from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel Resident DJs spin pop, chart and R&B....More Marie Angeletti & Mathis Gasser: In The Museum Exhibitions | Until 24th June 2012 Vitrine Gallery 1.21 miles from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel A group show featuring photographs which explores the modes of image and representation. Curated by Katherine Gardner....More Dance Nights Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 25th May 2012 EC3 Live 1.22 miles from Brunel Engine House - Subaqueous Tunnel Princess Karina and DJ Gary Baldi spin dance hits....More
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