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All Episodes of The Fred Dibnah Story

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All Episodes of The Fred Dibnah Story

Biographical series chronicling the life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah.
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Season 1

  • Beginnings
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    Beginnings

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 8/28/1996

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

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • A Sort of Fame
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    A Sort of Fame

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 9/4/1996

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

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Departures
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    Departures

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 9/11/1996

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

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Alone
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    Alone

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 9/18/1996

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

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • A Reformed Character?
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    A Reformed Character?

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 9/25/1996

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

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Approaching Sixty
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    Approaching Sixty

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 10/2/1996

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

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown