Amazon.co.uk Review
Anchored by the impassioned presence of David Dimbleby,
How We Built Britain is a terrific documentary series that follows its host on a journey of Britains architectural heritage.
Spread across six hours, its a diligent, patient journey too, allowing plenty of time and space to tell some of the extraordinary stories that underpin the buildings and work that Dimbleby discovers. How We Built Britain takes in the breadth of the British mainland, and fascinating stories are never far away.
Whats more, How We Built Britain is happy to pose many questions, attempting to uncover the appropriate answers too. What led to the modern day shopping centre, for instance? How, over the last 1000 years, has architecture developed? And has it been of benefit? What defined the look of certain types of buildings? These and many more posers are ably tackled by an intelligent and rewarding piece of television.
Grounded by strong photography, an unwillingness to resort to gimmicks, and a focus on good, honest documentary making, How We Built Britain is a terrific piece of work. Engaging, educational and with a broad appeal, it also boasts welcome rewatch value, and is also likely to ignite a desire to explore what lies beyond your front door. Excellent stuff. --Jon Foster
Synopsis
Travelling through our nations countryside, David Dimbleby presents this captivating portrait of Britains architecture. Along the way he takes in the splendour of East Anglias cathedrals and manor houses and the majestic sights of the mills and mansions of the Victorian North. Each of his tales is illustrated with high definition visuals and stories concerning the inhabitants who had once lived there.