Fred Dibnah's World of Steam, Steel and Stone — Season 1, Episode 6: Preserving Our Past
Documentary • 30 min • 1 season, 12 episodes • ★ 6.0/10
Episode synopsis
Fred is often associated with the iconic footage of the demolition of Britain's old industrial chimneys, but in truth this was the job he liked the least. What he really liked was restoring engines and chimneys, and one of his greatest triumphs was his steam traction engine, lovingly restored over 27 years and two marriages.
About Fred Dibnah's World of Steam, Steel and Stone
Series which looks at the many sides of Fred Dibnah - engineer, steeplejack, artist, craftsman, steam enthusiast and inventor - and celebrates his contribution to our knowledge and appreciation of Britain's architectural, industrial and engineering heritage.