A STEAM enthusiast has paid almost £800 for a collection of Fred Dibnah memorabilia.
Malcolm Bull, aged 55, from Coventry paid £777 for a number of items including some original sketches, a cap worn by Fred and a crushed petrol can which was flattened accidentally by the steeplejack when it fell off his steam roller. Read the rest of this entry »
Stockport’s Hat Works museum has proudly unveiled its latest exhibit that features one of world famous steeplejack, engineer and steam engine enthusiast Fred Dibnah’s trademark caps!
The well-know figure of Fred Dibnah’s is one of Bolton’s best loved sons, who sadly passed away in November 2004. However, his family have kindly donated one of his most cherished caps to Hat Works on long term loan. Read the rest of this entry »
A PERMANENT tribute to Bolton’s celebrity, Fred Dibnah, has come a step closer as his memorial fund reaches £30,000.
Since the appeal was launched by the Bolton Evening News and Bolton and District Civic Trust, donations have flooded in. Read the rest of this entry »
SALES of the second volume of a book about the life Fred Dibnah are expected to rise after its official launch next week.
The book, titled Fred Dibnah MBE Vol 2, is sold exclusively in WH Smiths and went on sale on May 26.
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A NEW book about Bolton’s steeplejack star Fred Dibnah reveals a different side to the great man Fred the Sailor!
Author Keith Langston controversial (See Widow is absolutely incensed’ below) chronicles many previously unheard tales of Fred’s life, including a stint aboard the 72 ft training vessel Francis Drake.
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A FRED Dibnah fan has bought a momento of the late steeplejack’s life.
Dayle Perry, aged 36, is the proud owner of a limited edition model of Fred’s Mamod steam wagon.
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A CD of some of Fred Dibnah’s favourite songs is on sale at Bolton Town Hall.
Fred Dibnah, a musical tribute to a unique man, has been put together by folk singer Pete Martin, from Rawtenstall, who is one half of the duo Hanky Panky.
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Fred Dibnah’s widow is hosting a memorial night in Blackburn on April 21 to raise funds for a statue of the late lamented steeplejack and TV celebrity. We found out why. Read the rest of this entry »
THE name of Bolton’s famous son Fred Dibnah will live on on a commemorative blue plaque erected on the wall of his house.
Family, friends and Fred’s fans gathered outside his home in Radcliffe Road, The Haulgh, to watch the blue plaque detailing his life and times unveiled by the Mayor of Bolton, Cllr Frank White. Read the rest of this entry »
