GWR Archives - Clifton Suspension Bridge

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Who Was Brunel?

The man with the greatest originality of thought and power of execution, bold in his plans but right’. Daniel Gooch, 1859 Isambard Kingdom Brunel…

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Group Talk

Brunel and his Railways

This talk explores Brunel’s work on the Great Western Railway, along with his lesser-known experiments with atmospheric railways. Learn about the ‘gauge wars’ and how…

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Projects

Update #13 – All Change!

It has now been one year since the work to paint and protect the chains of the Clifton Suspension Bridge began – and contractors Taziker…

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#Refurbishment 2024/25
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Events

Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025

12th to 22nd September 2025

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Projects

Update #12 – One Year In

There has been a flurry of activity throughout April as our workers have been busy completing ‘snagging’ tasks (such as paint touchups), cleaning, and smaller…

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#Maintenance
#Painting
#Refurbishment 2024/25
#Taziker

Tours & Events

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Who Was Brunel?

Brunel and his Railways

Update #13 – All Change!

Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025

Update #12 – One Year In

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