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