Fred Dibnah's The Ups and Downs of Chimneys

Fred Dibnah's The Ups and Downs of Chimneys

2004 · 85 min · Documentary

"One mistake up here and it's half a day out with the undertaker!" The amazing world of Fred Dibnah - Britain's legendary Steeplejack - and star of the acclaimed BBC TV series 'Fred Dibnah - Steeplejack', 'A Year with Fred' and many other TV documentaries. Watch in awe as Fred demolishes the towering brick built chimneys of Britain's industrial past. See the nail biting moment as Fred sets the fire going to Rugby Mill Chimney at Oldham, Lancashire - just 4'6" from the next building! See how the master steeplejack ladders a chimney from start to spectacular finish. Enjoy the wit and wisdom of one of Britain's most colourful characters and 'Watch them Fall Down!

Directed by Fred Dibnah

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