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Fred Dibnah's Industrial Age

Episode 1: Wind, Water and Steam

Duration: 27 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Documentary series celebrating Britain's rich industrial heritage, presented by Fred Dibnah. The tour of treasured sites of industrial history begins on the old Bolton, Bury and Manchester Canal, looks at the early use of wind and water power, and traces the development of the steam engine. Fred visits a man who has built a windmill in his own back garden, and hunts for examples of early beam engines that are still functioning today. Show less

Contributors

Presenter:
Fred Dibnah
Producer:
David Hall
Director:
David Hall

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