The life of the Bolton steeplejack, explaining how his TV career began. This episode sees him working on the spectacular demolition which would set him on the road to fame
Fred gets his first taste of fame, but does not entirely welcome the limelight when it interrupts his work on the restoration of a wrecked steam tractor. The steeplejack is further annoyed when forced to take a holiday to Blackpool, but puts his time there to good use
In 17 years of marriage, Fred and his wife have never agreed about holiday destinations and now they've decided to go on separate jaunts. Alison takes the children to Greece, while the grizzled steeplejack takes advantage of the unaccustomed peace and quiet to visit a Stockport steam rally.
The steeplejack finds himself being pursued by women, but prefers to concentrate on his work - a felling job which is the most dangerous in his career to date.
Fred resolves to make concessions in his second marriage - but insists that the oily cap stays.
The former steeplejack and renowned engineering expert looks back on his eventful life with a sense of satisfaction and contentment.