The Fred Dibnah Story
The Fred Dibnah Story

The Fred Dibnah Story (1996)

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1 Season
August 28, 1996
English
Documentary

Synopsis

Biographical series chronicling the life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah.

Episodes

Episodes

Beginnings
E1

Beginnings

Aug 28, 1996
28 min

A look at Fred's beginnings in steeplejacking and his passion for steam engines.

A Sort of Fame
E2

A Sort of Fame

Sep 4, 1996
28 min

In this programme Fred, now a minor celebrity, buys another rusted wreck of a steam tractor and takes his family on holiday to Blackpool.

Departures
E3

Departures

Sep 11, 1996
28 min

Fred buys his house, the family go to a steam rally and Alison takes the girls on holiday.

Alone
E4

Alone

Sep 18, 1996
28 min

Left alone, Fred finds himself pursued by ladies but concentrates on his work.

A Reformed Character?
E5

A Reformed Character?

Sep 25, 1996
28 min

The life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah. Fred has married again, and he becomes the father of two sons.

Approaching Sixty
E6

Approaching Sixty

Oct 2, 1996
28 min

The final programme in the series documenting the life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah sees him contemplating his future and the possibility of retirement.

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Original Title

The Fred Dibnah Story

Status

Ended

Seasons

1

Episodes

6