The Fred Dibnah Story - Season 1
1 - Beginnings
Air Date: August 28, 1996
A look at Fred's beginnings in steeplejacking and his passion for steam engines.
2 - A Sort of Fame
Air Date: September 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.
3 - Departures
Air Date: September 11, 1996
Fred buys his house, the family go to a steam rally and Alison takes the girls on holiday.
4 - Alone
Air Date: September 18, 1996
Left alone, Fred finds himself pursued by ladies but concentrates on his work.
5 - A Reformed Character?
Air Date: September 25, 1996
The life of Bolton steeplejack Fred Dibnah. Fred has married again, and he becomes the father of two sons.
6 - Approaching Sixty
Air Date: October 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.