Biographical series chronicling the life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah.
A look at Fred's beginnings in steeplejacking and his passion for steam engines.
In this programme Fred, now a minor celebrity, buys another rusted wreck of a steam tractor and takes his family on holiday to Blackpool.
Fred buys his house, the family go to a steam rally and Alison takes the girls on holiday.
Left alone, Fred finds himself pursued by ladies but concentrates on his work.
The life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah. Fred has married again, and he becomes the father of two sons.
The final programme in the series documenting the life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah sees him contemplating his future and the possibility of retirement.
Fred Dibnah
Self - Presenter
Stephen Thorne
Narrator (Voice)
2026
1987
1978
2025
2005
2022
2020
2004
2006
2024
2021
1986
1964
2023
2009
