THE LIFE OF FRED DIBNAH - Documentary 2022
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- Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
- Like many, Fred is a bit of a hero of mine, his enthusiasm, knowledge & passion for a bygone era captivated me and I was instantly hooked!
From scaling 200ft chimneys as a Steeplejack to him understanding and explaining how Victorian machinery worked, telling stories of his memories growing up in Bolton as a kid! 🧱
Mesmerised and inspired by the locomotive on the tracks, the rail workers and Steeplejacks!
The dimly lit mills and factories thumping out work. Chimney smoke bellowing from the rooftops and the sound of steam trains shooting back and forth from Bolton to Manchester… He really did know how to paint a picture and build an atmospheric scene in your head.
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In this video I decided to revisit some of the famous locations that fred had worked on in the past and see how they were getting on all these years later, as well as visiting some of the places that were sentimental to Fred and his fans. ⛏ 🔨
Out of respect for the Dibnah family I have left them out of it as I wanted to make this video with as much respect as possible and likewise for the new current owners of Freds House.
I was gutted that I couldn't use Freds iconic music in this video due to cright infringements.
Apologies in advance for any audio interference. It was filmed over a two week period and I had the company of fighting off Storm Arwen and every bit of weather that Mother Nature herself could throw at me ☔️
I have made this video with the upmost respect for Fred’s family and all who loved him. As always thanks for the love and support you all show the channel & page! It doesn’t go unnoticed and it keeps me doing what I do! Thank you! ❤️
p.s thanks for everyones contribution with the Fred Dibnah photo's/Footage. I really do appreciate you sending them to me.
So take care people and I hope you enjoy the video.
Big Love - 🐒
#FredDibnah #bolton #UA-cam #filmmaker
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Ant that has blown me away. As a avid fred fan i can honestly say you're done him so much justice. And your editing is amazing . Great work i hope you get the recognition that you deserve for your tallent 👍👍👍👍👍
Thank you so much Brian, that honestly means the world as I know how much of a fan you are of Fred. Thanks for your support and knowledge when making this video to. You have been a great help! 🛠👍🏼
@@daftmonkey7296 im glad that i could help you Ant. Its been good for me as its my favourite subject
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Found you Brian 😂
@@daftmonkey7296 I'm a new friend of Brian's and he's told me about your channel he said he's a big fan of Fred and told me what he's built from scratch, that's pretty amazing and he seems very knowledgeable on Fred he's definitely an asset to you by all accounts.Keep up the good work will go through somemore of your vids👍
This is the best Fred Dibnah tribute video I’ve watched. You’re a great filmmaker mate
Thank you so much! That really is kind of you to say 👍🏼
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again - the respect you showed to the subject of your video (Fred in this case) is second to none. Others have obsessed about how many wives he had, said he was tight with cash etc, basically they all missed the point about this man. He was a legend, you also are a legend and it’s only a matter of time before you get your big break in documentary making
Thank you so much for the kind words Sean! I purposely left out his family due to the fact I didn’t want to get involved in the controversy and I didn’t want to add to the stress of the whole ordeal. I wanted to focus on how much of a great guy he was and the imprint he left behind. I’m so glad you picked up on that, thank you very much for watching and your kind words don’t go unnoticed. Thanks very much mate! Stay safe and take care ⭐️🚂💨🛠
I found out about Fred about a year ago. I enjoy the clips I was able to watch of them, what a legend.
Stunning! Anthony, I have to confess that this video has left me emotionally winded. I've watched many videos and documentaries about Fred Dibnah over the years, all of them very well produced and informative, but yours stands head and shoulders above the rest. The reason I say that is because the viewer can sense how you've really put your soul into this work. I won't ramble on, I don't want to cause embarrassment, but I do want to say a very sincere "thank you" for sharing this marvellous tribute to a remarkable man.
Thats a very kind comment, we all seem to be on the same page here
@@groovejet33 Indeed we are. It's incredible to think that Anthony isn't a seasoned professional, just a young man with a great passion for his subject.
That’s blown me away Padraic and from the bottom of my heart thank you very much for your sincere,kind words. I’m so glad that you enjoyed it and you could feel the emotions I felt whilst making it. It was hard to film due to the weather but there was moments where I got a little lump in my throat when I was editing it. Made me realise just how great of a man he was. Thank you once again and take care Padraic ⭐️👍🏼🛠
@@daftmonkey7296 Not to take anything away from Fred, as i also believe he was a special man. Who had the gift of being able to relate & explain to everyone his passions.
But all wasnt roses. He neglected his family for many years. Giving his life to steam. Not taking family holidays and the like. It cant have been easy for his family. Especially when he spent all his money on the traction engines before his wife and kids.
But like i said, he was a special man. You found yourself captivated with his words & enthusiasm. Also his talent using his hands, he was just so inspiring. And i found some things he did, left me speachless.
A great man , who should have been remembered as you said, by keeping his memory alive with the museam. Very sad.
@@groovejet33 Yes, that’s very true and i am
aware it wasn’t all roses like you said mate. It must have been really hard, especially for Alison and the kids. I purposely kept all of that out of this video as I wanted to just focus on the great things he did. I got some backlash from the last video I did on him back in 2019 (I think?) via Sheila his last wife. As it caused a little friction between her and Leon the previous owner. - Keep me out of it lol 🙌🏼
Met Fred a few times at various steam rallies. He liked his Guiness ! Top bloke, sadly missed.
Did you, I would have loved to have met him. I can imagine he was exactly the same in real life as he was ok the telly. Thanks for watching mick! 👍🏼⭐️
@@daftmonkey7296 i met Fred's widow Shelia when I was at the Great Dorset steam fair some years back. I kindly asked her what was then Happening to Betsy Fred's steam roller. i read some where that Fred went there on two occason's
My only gripe with Fred is that he accepted an OBE, why would any regular working class person like that accept some award from that awful family?.
@@Embracing01 yes I agree totally
Omg! You make me so jealous!
Fantastic Video I have downloaded to keep it.
I will do the same Mike. An incredible piece of work. 👍
Thank you so much Mike! I’m glad you enjoyed it mate
Antony, Very much enjoyed watching your tribute to Fred Dibnah. You must be a true fan to produce a truly excellent and well edited documentary.
I’ am sure he would be so proud……
Thanks so much Dave for the lovely comment. Really glad you enjoyed this video! I prey he would have liked it. Take care pal 👍🏼🚂💨
I totally agree with you. Those early videos especially are amazing. Scailing a 200ft chimney to then drag himself passed a scaffold overhang....Jeez!! Amazing
Thanks so much Groove Jet! I’m glad you enjoyed it ⭐️🚂💨
I almost get emotional watching these over and over , what a legend.
Rest in Peace Fred...sadly missed...
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You sir are a fine gentleman, your work on this piece is beyond outstanding, you baught him back to life like I've never seen before.. thankyou!!
Thank you so much mate! That really does mean a lot to me! Really glad you enjoyed it 🙏🏼👍🏼
Hearing him describe his process as opposed to dynamite always brings me joy: “It’s more of a spectacle” - the man knew the reasons he did what he did and how!
I agree, he had a very beautiful way with words. He was amazing. Thanks for watching ⭐️
My life hero , never met you Fred (wished i had ) but I miss you greatly ❤
Another great episode delivered with enthusiasm and passion.
Fred was one of a kind, very much a master craftsman in a bygone age which has now dwindled further to just memories for many.
Thank you so much for watching Phil. I really appreciate it and I’m glad you enjoyed it mate! Stay safe and take care 🚂💨
Antony, Fred I promise is looking down upon you lad, his inspirational spirit has become part of you.
He was a true humble man, his legacy will live on and his legendary stories will live on through great hearted guys like you.
You have done a absolutely phenomenal documentary lad.
God bless you 🔥🔥🔥👍🏻
Thank you so much Nick. That truly means the world to me! Such a kind comment. God bless you too pal 🚂 💨 👍🏼
You certainly know how to make a documentary. Very respectful, lots of information, and a truly amazing insight into the late Fred Dibnah's life and work. Fred was most definitely a character, and a very hard worker indeed. We need more Fred's.
Thank you so much for the kind words mate! I really do appreciate it. I’m glad you enjoyed the video and I couldn’t agree with you more. We need more Fred’s in this word. What a guy. take care mate and thanks once again ⭐️👍🏼
What a man! Much respect
Thank you for braving the weather to bring us this beautiful and magical story. I'm in Canada so I was not familiar with Fred and now I will enjoy doing some research as I find myself in agreement with his philosophy about the Victorian era.
Wow! Thank you so much Linnet! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video and enlightened you on Fred. His documentaries are amazing. He was a bit of a cult hero. Hope you enjoy his stuff and thank you so much for watching the video🙌🏼
@@daftmonkey7296 look forward to seeing more!
@@linnetoconnell457 thank you so much! I hope you enjoy the content. I try and change it up so there’s plenty of variety on the channel so there’s something for everyone. Thanks once again Linnet and take care 🙌🏼
Your original Fred Dibnah video was the first I had watched and have been hooked on your content ever since, your passion for history and the way you tell the story are an inspiration. Keep up the fantastic work.
That really does mean a lot ! Thank you so much. Your viewership is much appreciated! Thank you for sticking with the channel and hopefully it won’t be the last Fred video I do 😉 take care and thank you once again🚂💨💫
Loved this Anthony 👍 Brilliantly out together, loads of info on there I never knew about Fred. His family would be proud of this one and so should you be 🙏
Thank you so much mate! I really appreciate the kind words. Glad you enjoyed it! Onto the next one now 😁💫
I'm Belgian, and I so often review Fred's videos, as him I'm a big fan of steam and the victorian era and the grief over these long lost monuments, Freds a true hero to me, going into the finest detail.
Belgium followed close up in the industrial revolution, we to had coal mining, steel industry and mills, sort of mini Britain, unfortunately we had two devastating WW, but a few pearls of that era survived.
And as in Britain, our industry moved to Asia, some of these buildings where just saved at the brink of devastation.
Thank God, we had politicians and developer who thought of repurposing these beautiful buildings, some have become museums, cultural exhibition centers, and private homes.
I don't understand while Britain has such a big housing shortage, they don't convert these abandoned mills into new homes, while saving the character of these buildings…
Well made video, love to see a young generation paying the respect to Fred and his work👍
Thank you so much for the comment Danny! I really do appreciate it !
Thanks mate keep Mr dibnah alive with his memory
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A National Treasure ! Sadly gone, way too soon. God Bless ya Fred. With much love, from an Oldham lad.
He sure was mate! Thanks so much for watching and commenting 👍🏼
It's amazing how one person can inspire so many, in such a personal way. He was that kind of Man. Thank you for this excellent presentation.
very true! he inspired a generation! thanks for watching ! really glad you enjoyed it!
First things first mr dibnah is a #legend who is second to none. A grafter like no other.
Another outstanding documentary fella! It really touched me emotionally! Thank you!
Thank you very much Nick! Thanks very kind of you! Take care mate ⭐️🚂💨
As usual, fantastic content by an amazing vlogger. Well done DM.
Thank you so much Lee! That’s really kind of you🚂💨
An absolute terrific tribute thank you!
Thanks so much Andrew. Much appreciated mate 👍🏼
Young man. I want to thank you for doing your videos on Fred. Like you I have a lot of respect and love for the talented man Fred.
I would also like to congratulate your on your film making / editing.
It’s really nice to see someone from your generation making good in your life and showing such respect for the older generation.
Keep up the good work.
Respect
Kazy n Garth Adventures 👍
I appreciate that, such kind comment! thanks so much!
They say only the good die young.
There is a chimney with his initials on it. He used to do checks on it. He'd put his special mark in the cement.
I love this tribute to the great man. Brilliant job. Thank you
That was so beautiful fred would be so grateful. what an amazing man makes me proud to be a northerner .
Thank you very much Jon, that’s incredibly kind of you 🙏🏼
Its clear to see that you loved Fred. Every time I read about Fred or watch a video Im captured by his passion, knowledge, bravery, courage and humour. He really was a legend in the true sense of the word. Great watch, thank you.
Thanks a lot mate. He was a hero and cult figure. Such a talented and gifted man. Thanks so much for watching and merry Christmas 🎅🏼
@@daftmonkey7296 And many happy returns from Ireland. Have a great 2024.
Some nice stories about Fred growing up and a nice video😢 production filling in with Fred's narration.
Well done on a lovely tribute !
Thank you so much Mike. That’s really kind of your mate. Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏼
Hi Ant. I just seen your link on Twitter. I loved this documentary.ive seen a few before but this had a magic touch to it. A true spirit of Fred working there.
The editing was first class.
You have done Fred proud and your self. I'm sure many 1000s will agree with this video to come.
I'm a guiness man myself and will raise a glass to him.
Thank you so much for the kind words mate. So glad you’ve found the channel and you enjoyed the video! It’s much appreciated. Glad you know a fellow Fred fan enjoyed the video. ⭐️🙌🏼
We have watched Fred from the very start and read some of his books.Your post has really paid a wonderful tribute to the great man,thankyou.We feel the same love for him as your words have portrayed
Thank you so much for the kind comment! I really do appreciate it. May the memory of Fred live on 💯
Remember watching him on Tv growing
Up Such a interesting down to earth
Bloke with a good sense of humour
Beautiful, the admiration and respect, the work put into this, I could listen to the naration on its own, fantastic.
Thank you so much jake! That really does mean a lot mate. 🙏🏼 🚂
A fantastic, well written, well put together, well voiced documentary. A wonderful piece of work that Fred himself would’ve liked. Thank you ❤
That really does mean a lot! Thanks so much mate 👍🏼
As an American, I didn’t know who Fred was until a few years ago. My dad was a “Renaissance Man” , not quite the steam buff that Fred was but they could have had some interesting conversations over a pint or 2. It’s great that someone took note of him and documented so much for others to learn about Great men , like Fred. As a welder, I have to work at heights sometimes and tbo, it scares the crap out of me. You couldn’t put 10 million dollars on top of one of those chimneys and have me climb it like Fred did. Hell of a man. Much love from Raeford North Carolina, USA 🤙🤙
Thank you so much mate and I really appreciate you taking the time out to watch the video and obviously you appreciate what Fred did and you can relate to him in way. He was very inspirational and inspired a generation. I’m so great full you watched the video especially all the way over in the states! Amazing! Thanks so much ⭐️ 🇬🇧 🇺🇸
@@daftmonkey7296 I’m going to check out your house tour video. I’ve watched everything I can find about him. Much love to you and great job with the video as well 🤙🤙
@@ibbylancaster8981 I have a very early one on the channel where I actually went around his house. 👍🏼
Brilliant video my friend 👍Wish he was still about we miss him,Bugger! I've got a bit of soot in me eye now😭
Thanks so much for watching Al, yeah deeply missed. What a man⭐️🚂💨
'Magnificent' was a word that Fred often used. I will use it now; This video is a magnificent tribute to a magnificent human being!!
Thank you so much Steve! That really does mean the world to me! 💯🙏🏼
Did y’ like that? Stunning Mr. 🐒, truly wonderful Film. Fred meant so much to the people of Lancashire and of course the whole country. His gift was truly amazing. Be rightly proud of what you have created (again) Anthony my Friend it’s a beautifully crafted, well written and produced Film, I can’t seem to call it a Vlog etc.. it’s more than that mate. Thank you for you obvious hard work on this.
Thank you so much paddy. I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Yeah, what a man he was. He was truly an inspiration and the word legend is thrown around too much these days, but he definitely was. Thanks for the kind words and take care mate ⭐️🚂💨
Loved Fred, seen him trundling through Radcliffe many times on the steam engine ❤ Seen loads of Fred videos , but Ant, yours is far superior to them all 😊
That honestly means the world to me thank you so much Joan! And thanks for sharing your memories! 🙏🏼
Wow what a great video i was expecting a older guy to be doing this but what a insperation to see a much younger guy telling his story is cool.Fred was such a hero and upstanding person. I met Fred many years ago at a steam rally in stoke on trent and shcok his oily hands (which did'nt matter) had pint of guiness with him and got his autograph too!!! You are wondeful human being to bring this to the masses Thank you so much Dave
Thanks very much Dave and sorry for the late reply. You have some great memories there, I wish I would have met him. I really appreciate you taking the time out to watch the video and so glad you enjoyed it. take care pal!
@@daftmonkey7296 You are welcome mate, i did compile quite a long reply back to you but the reply button i couldnt scroll down to it
So going to try again I had a notification and clicked on the bell icon, wrote my reply but couldnt post it. Any way now on the comments section of the video. Mate I do have a lot of fond memories of Fred, when I did meet Fred I just couldnt believe it I was in awe, He had a certain glow about him i could have talked for ages with him, but the steam rally was closing so that was it. any how i asked Fred if he was doing any more tv programmes he said he was in the middle of a 12 part series ( little did I know he had cancer) the series was excellent as always with Fred at the helm Its called Made in Britain where ( no real spoiler alerts) where Fred and his long standing friend go round Britain looking at old engineering techniques from a by gone era, well worth a watch mate take care and keep up the good work :) Dave
Excellent documentary really well made. Went down a Fred dibnah rabbit hole. Loved his series really gave a throwback to older times gave me memories of my grandad.
Thank you so much! I’m really glad you enjoyed it mate, it was a pleasure to film!
Wow lad. Its good t hear a youngun like thee, appreciate a man born in the wrong time. Fred is a legend
@@tommysmith4952 thanks a lot mate! He was an incredible engineer and such an inspiration. Thanks so much for watching 👍🏼
Fantastic DM a moving tribute to a brilliant engineer and tv personality..Fred was part of my growing up I used to love watching him, you did him proud to be able to remember him in such a moving way, you captured it..well done and keep these videos coming..your brilliant 🍺🐒
Thanks so much Dad!! He was a real hero and what he stood for was incredible! Glad you enjoyed it ⭐️🚂💨🛠
Well done to you Sir, you raised a compassionate, no nonsense Talented Lad. I know you are proud of him and I hope you are Proud of yourself.
@@Paddy_Roche So kind of you paddy! Thanks very much mate👍🏼
Loved Fred's tv programme's but this video has blown them up well done on a excellent presentation
Thank you so much! I’m really glad you enjoyed it. 👍🏼
Well im speechless. What an exeptional film you've made...full.credit young man ..
Thanks so much mark! Glad you enjoyed it mate! It’s much appreciated 👍🏼🛠
@@daftmonkey7296 credit where its due you have a good future ahead as a film maker. You done fred and his fans proud. Good luck.
@@scrapyardmarkmetalpicker614 that’s what means the made mark! Thanks so much ⭐️🛠
Well done young man, you showed great respect, glad I found you
Thank you so much John. It’s great you’ve found that channel and you enjoyed the video. I try and mix up the variety on here so there’s something for everyone. I will be doing another Fred video later on in the year. Hope you enjoy that too. Take care mate and thank you once again 👍🏼
Thank you..
An absolute pleasure to watch..
Brilliant mate..
Thank you very much for watching Geoffrey! That really mean a lot 👍🏼
No problem.👍🏻
Such a great tribute mate. Really impressed with your video. Long live Fred Dibna ❤
Thanks a lot mate! I’m really glad you enjoyed it! Much appreciated 👍🏼
Great video and tribute. Well done. I drive past many of the buildings/area every day in many of the documentaries and such on Fred. Lived in Lancashire all my life and I have admired Fred for pretty much all of my 52 years. I watched him drop a few chimneys around us. An amazing spectacle, but also sad. To see something disappear in such a short time that had stood since before I was even a person. Fred was one of my family to. Or so it felt like that. As to so many others, also. And it was a very sad day when he left us. But unlike many. Fred lives on through the wonders of TV and videos. RIP Fred. I'll seeya one day, soon.
@@taylorig thanks so much mate! He’s legacy lives on 🙏🏼⭐️
Bolton born and bred, always saw Fred about town but unfortunately never met him. My mate lived ( and still lives) in the first semi on the right as you look at Fred’s saw it in your film he used to say you wouldn’t love Dibnah as much if you lived next to him with his knocking and banging 😂😂. What a great piece of work thoroughly enjoyed it and a great tribute to the man himself.
I met him at the East lancs railway in Bury. One of my heroes, great tribute Pal, slurp 👏 👏
Cheers Slurp! I would have loved to have met him mate. Everyone that did meet him never had a bad word to say about him. A wealth of knowledge. Thanks for watching! 👍🏼 ⚒
Thank You...
Great work for a great man! Well done you! Done him proud!
Thanks a lot Richard, that’s much appreciate mate 🛠⭐️👍🏼
this is beautiful, thank you fred and daft
Thanks so much for watching 🌟
Excellent!! Thank you!!!
Thanks so much Sean!
Great guy and history, I always thought he should have been born at the time of the industrial revolution, he would have been such a asset, Thankyou for this xx
I completely agree with you barb! A man of many talents 🛠
👏👏👏 that was awesome, really enjoyed it, I was in tears at the end
Thanks so much Leon, I really do appreciate it 🛠⭐️
I'm battling and recovering from Covid Anthony and watching this is just what I needed. Fred was a legend in the truest sense of the word.
You've created a fantastic piece of work to honour the man. He's sadly missed and we won't see the likes of him again.
I visited his home and grave a few months ago.. ua-cam.com/video/NGoHLovZ5d8/v-deo.html
But your video does him far more justice.
Thanks for doing this for him mate. 👍
I’m so sorry to hear you have that dreadful thing! I hope and wish you a speedy recovery mick! Ooh I’ll check out your video now! Thanks for the kind words, I’m glad it made you feel better. Take care mate and stay safe 👍🏼⭐️
@@daftmonkey7296 thanks buddy 👍
Nice video too Mick.
@@micksmusicchannel just watched it! Cracking video Mick!
@@Paddy_Roche thanks Paddy. Much appreciated 🙂
Well done my friend I enjoy watching this video and I am sure fred is looking down from heaven a very proud man great job you nailed it 👏
Thanks so much Glenn, that’s really kind of you to say! Thank you 👍🏼🚂💨
They will never be another man like him
Top video about a Lancashirel legend. Enjoyed every minute of it.
I always regret not meeting Fred Dibnah, but ive met his son Jack who still keeps his steam traction engine roller going. And still attends the Astle Park rally.
Amazing!!!!!!!
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This video is amazing 👏 and you editing is second to none ...I loved fred he gives me so much comfort when I watch his old videos ...you have done him proud ..keep up the good work 👏 look forward to seeing more .
Thanks so much mate! I’m
Really glad you enjoyed the video! Hopefully I’ll do a bit more on Fred soon! Take care mate and thanks once again 👍🏼💯
Great video! Thanks for making it.
Thank you so much George! I really appreciate that mate. Take care 👍🏼🐒
Great vid well done with passion. On a personal level i knew nothing of fred untul last 5 yrs but i have become a massive fan you could look into freds soul
A one off and its easy to see why he is loved..... Fred was a legend id loved to have met him
Regards mate
Thanks so much mate. Really glad you enjoyed the video. I Much appreciate you taking the time out to watch the video. 👍🏼
Astounding film!
Thank you so much Peter! Thanks really kind of you ⭐️👍🏼
Thanks for this video been watching Fred for years but you gave me new info about Him that i didnt know, his time in the army and earlier years, excellent thanks
thank you for watching mate!
Bro, incredible..
I remember studying this guy years ago...
He even did all the moulds on his house..
The cancer he had my father got a few years later ,,,, from coal mining towns
Blackburn,,all round there..
The old Birtwistle cotton mills,
He knew all the engines,,, he could tell u were that engine came from...
He could get a chimney to fall were he wanted...
My grandmother worked in them mills
She wore wooden shoes an was a bit deaf from it all,, she also brought up 4 children in there some how..
Thanks so much for watching the video mate! And thanks so much for taking the time out to comment. Really sorry to hear about your dad🙏🏼 yeah that man was definitely a mass of knowledge! Extremely intelligent and understood the mechanisms beings the machinery. Not many like him if any left sadly. Taken far too soon. Thanks once again mate and take care 👍🏼🛠
Poor Fred, went too soon. He`ll always be our legend. RIP sir. ``did you like that`` [for a young lad Anthony, you manage to bring me to tears with the way you tell some of these stories.
thank you so much Kevin and sorry for the late reply. I'm really happy you enjoyed the video! thanks for taking the time out to watch it pal:)
You have done him proud with this Ant, a man who's name and legacy will live on in Lancashire for ever , 💯 about his house being a museum, kids need actual places to go and to see things in action 🚂🏭⛏ Fred became our collective granddad, our teacher and our friend , a normal bloke doing extraordinary things 🙏❤... " Now pass me that th'ammer 🔨 , this engine won't build its self ⚒😆⚒😆⚒ Well done!! 💥🔥💥🔥
I couldn’t agree with you more Danny, he was such a inspiration to many! A man that stood for so much more than a steeplejack. He was a wealth of knowledge, sadly taken far too soon. Thanks for watching mate ⭐️
@@daftmonkey7296 💯💯💯!! Thank you for making this 😁😁
@@Duppy_Art it makes it all worthwhile when it’s appreciated mate so thank you 🚂💨
Young man, thank you for producing such a fine work. It’s nice to see a modern generation respecting such a unique individual who was “stuck in the wrong era”. A prestigious lost treasure of Britain was and is Fred. I’m blessed to have grown up watching his Tv antics in admiration of his abilities and knowledge..
Thank you so much! I really do appreciate the kind words and I echo everything you said about Fred. he was taken far too soon. he had so much more to offer too. thanks once again and take care :)
@@daftmonkey7296 I’m just watching episode 2 of FRED, he made me ROFL . Just come down from a chimney and he’s talking to an Indian gentleman. “Ay you’ll be alright with that now, you’ll be able to send smoke signals down ta shop in Bolton “ 😝 but then does a bit of dealing over an old boiler in the gentleman’s shop. Just brilliant
@@TAP1992 hahaha! Pmsl!! 😆😆
Absolute quality video Ant and huge respect to you for giving huge respect to Fred and huge respect to you sir 😎👍🇬🇧🍻
Thank you so much William! I really appreciate that. Cheers for checking out the video. 👍🏼⭐️
@@daftmonkey7296 Anytime lad, all respect and credit where it's due and it's a safe bet that Fred himself would appreciate it if he were still with us, God bless him.
I must say I wish that lot in BBC would get off their arses and sort themselves out.
contacted them a couple year ago to ask if it were possible to get "A Year with Fred" and "Life with Fred" series on DVD and they said they didn't have any plans yet to publish them.... absolute burks.
@@WillieDines1 thanks a lot mate. Really! Typical bbc mate, they are definitely missing a trick.
Fred would have liked this. great job M8
Cheers mate, that means a lot 👍🏼
Absolutely brilliant video great work I love all your videos.
thank you so much, it mean a lot that you enjoy them, cheers.
Mate that was so brilliance Fred would be so proud of you for that film how lovey that was and your editing was spot on my grandad met him year's ago at steam rally said he was a very humble and lovely bloke to get on with but again thank you for making this was really nice to watch
Thanks so much Lee, that is really kind of you mate and I hope Fred would have liked it. Everyone who has met Fred said he was a genuine and kind man, I just wish I had to chance to meet him. Take care Lee, have a great Xmas and thanks once again 🛠
@@daftmonkey7296 no problems mate was so great I know right wish I could of met him too 😔 hope you had a lovely Christmas too take care too my friend love your videos 🔥🤙
Love this update video thanks for it. 👍👍☺️
Thank you so much for checking it out ⭐️👍🏼
Always loved Fred and have spent a lifetime making things mostly to do with Steam. But have also done Building work on various houses including Chimneys. And then I met him. Not to say Hi, but as they had not signposted the others to him opening a Steam Farm in West Devon. I spent well over an hour chatting. Yes even a signed book that was about 5 minutes superb Copperplate. A beautiful moment in my life. I build live steam models. D & L.
Truly incredible Mr Monkey thank you your work is incredible A perfect tribute to an awesome msn of his time Fred Dibnah MBE 🙌🏼❤️🔥🤩🙏🏽
Thanks so much John! I’m so glad you enjoyed it mate ⭐️
A man we would all have like to have been. A TITAN
He's legend Fred dibnah great guy 👍
I will definitely echo those words Tom ⭐️
great video ,was raining on the day of Fred's funeral i went the crowds where large paying the respects to the Legend that is Fred . headstone looks worn now they should have built him one like a factory chimney .
Thanks so much mate. Great turnout for Fred’s funeral. I agree, the grave really doesn’t do it any justice. He always wanted a chimney one too. Thanks for watching and take care 👍🏼🚂💨
@@daftmonkey7296 you too m8 keep safe .
Great video mate, thank you.
Thanks so much for watching mate! Much appreciated 🔧👍🏼
Quality. More please mate! You're very professional
Aw thanks so much Paul! That’s really kind of you. I’m hoping to pencil in another Fred video down the line👍🏼
Thank you Fred was my Dad xx
Thank you so much Jayne, I am so glad you enjoyed it. I was going to contact you all at some point to see if you would check the video out and what your thoughts was on it. I’m so glad you liked it 😅. Please feel free to contact me any time 👍🏼🛠
Fantastic little documentary!!
Thank you so much Jack! Much appreciated mate 🍺
Brilliant piece Anthony..👍👍💯
Thanks very much mate 👍🏼
Fantastic documentary mate, I’m sure he’d be proud of what you have done here, if you look at the back of his grave there is a little golden spanner 🔧 engraved at the bottom of it, from what I remember, all the best Matt
Thanks a lot Matt, yeah I saw that actually. Shame the grave isn’t more impressive. Would be great if it was a chimney stack or something haha, I’m sure he’d have loved that. Thanks once again mate, really glad you enjoyed the video 👍🏼
Awesome video mate! Fred would be proud.
That’s really kind of you, thanks so much! ⭐️🛠
absolutely brilliant , I knew nothing about the chimney, made me laugh . well written & filmed. Will we be writing about you in the years to come.
Hahah, thanks very much Dave! I’m glad you enjoyed it mate. Thanks for the kind words. Take care ⭐️🚂💨
Absolutely stunning video Ant, you and Fred are very similar in the passion you have for the things you love to do.Two very talented people, well done pal 👌👍🙌
That’s so kind of you Judd. I suppose he’s everything I would love to aspire to but his talent far surpass mine in every way. I would have loved to have met him, sank a few pints and picked his Brain. What a guy! Thanks so much for the kind words mate. It really means the world 👍🏼🚂💨
loved it
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Thank you for an amazing tribute to Fred's life and keeping his memory alive.
It was so interesting, and i appreciate how you battled the elements, to make the film.,sure Fred would be proud.
Many thanks again, for taking the time and effort and giving me a chance to visit all those special places that were a big part of Fred s life.
It is very much appreciated.
Thank you so much June, I really appreciate you taking the time out to watch the video and your kind words! thanks so mych
How on earth had i not seen this video mate, I thought i'd seen all your vids, But this was class great job mate, you did Fred justice there
Haha some of them slip the net mate! Thanks so much for watching it 👍🏼