Season 1

1. Beginnings

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

1996-08-28 • 28 min

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.

1996-09-04 • 28 min

3. Departures

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

1996-09-11 • 28 min

4. Alone

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

1996-09-18 • 28 min

5. A Reformed Character?

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

1996-09-25 • 28 min

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.

1996-10-02 • 28 min