Biographical series chronicling the life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah.
S1E1 · 1996-08-28 · 28m
A look at Fred's beginnings in steeplejacking and his passion for steam engines.
S1E2 · 1996-09-04 · 28m
In this programme Fred, now a minor celebrity, buys another rusted wreck of a steam tractor and takes his family on holiday to Blackpool.
S1E3 · 1996-09-11 · 28m
Fred buys his house, the family go to a steam rally and Alison takes the girls on holiday.
S1E4 · 1996-09-18 · 28m
Left alone, Fred finds himself pursued by ladies but concentrates on his work.
S1E5 · 1996-09-25 · 28m
The life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah. Fred has married again, and he becomes the father of two sons.
S1E6 · 1996-10-02 · 28m
The final programme in the series documenting the life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah sees him contemplating his future and the possibility of retirement.
Stephen Thorne
Narrator (Voice)
Fred Dibnah