Season 1

1999-02-18

Probing the roots of Britain's rich industrial heritage, Fred Dibnah digs deep into the archives to present this highly-informative series. Beginning with a look at the early use of wind and water power, Fred traces the development of the steam engine and visits a man who has built a windmill in his own back garden. He then sets off in search of early beam engines that are still functioning today.

1999-02-25

This programme traces the development of Britain's textile industry from the picturesque Scottish countryside of New Lanark to the urban mill town of Burnley.

1999-03-04

Fred traces the development of the production of iron and steel, beginning his journey at Ironbridge. Travelling throughout Britain, he concludes his journey in Sheffield, the home of steel.

1999-03-11

Documentary series celebrating Britain's rich industrial heritage, presented by Fred Dibnah. This programme takes a look at mining.

1999-03-18

Fred Dibnah visits the North East, which is rich in railway history, and gets to ride on the footplate and stoke the boiler of a Black Five at Llangollen Railway.

1999-03-25

This programme looks at the age of shipbuilding, examining the skills of engineers who turned Britain into one of the foremost manufacturing nations.