Aired Wednesday 25 October, 7:30pm - 8:00pmon BBC Four

Climbing Great Buildings

Series 1 Episode 14: Lloyd's Building

Foyle's journey takes him to the Lloyd's Building in the heart of the City of London. Built from 1980, it's one of the finest examples of high-tech architecture in Britain and one of the great icons of London. Aided by top climber Lucy Creamer, Jonathan abseils over 300 feet to reveal how this ultra-modern building was inspired by a Gothic castle.

Category
Documentary / History
Original air date
27/09/2010
Cast and crew
  • Jonathan FoyleHost