The Fred Dibnah Story
Season 11996
Biographical series chronicling the life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah.
Biographical series chronicling the life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah.
6 Episodes
A look at Fred's beginnings in steeplejacking and his passion for steam engines.
August 28, 1996
In this programme Fred, now a minor celebrity, buys another rusted wreck of a steam tractor and takes his family on holiday to Blackpool.
September 4, 1996
Fred buys his house, the family go to a steam rally and Alison takes the girls on holiday.
September 11, 1996
Left alone, Fred finds himself pursued by ladies but concentrates on his work.
September 18, 1996
The life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah. Fred has married again, and he becomes the father of two sons.
September 25, 1996
The final programme in the series documenting the life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah sees him contemplating his future and the possibility of retirement.
October 2, 1996