Fred Dibnah was an English chimney sweep and television personality born on April 29, 1938. He was passionate about mechanical engineering, referring to himself as a 'backstreet mechanic.' Growing up in Bolton, he became fascinated with steam engines and chimneys. After starting as a carpenter, he became a chimney sweep, gaining fame through a BBC documentary that showcased his risky work and love for steam power. His charming Lancashire demeanor attracted viewers, leading to several television programs focused on Britain's industrial history. He passed away from bladder cancer on November 6, 2004.
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Time Zone - Europe/London (1:0 E)
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Meaning of the name - Fred
peaceful ruler
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Fred Dibnah belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Bolton
Place of Death: Greater Manchester
Cause of Death: prostate cancer
Occupation: steeplejack | television presenter | joiner | engineer
Awards Received: Member of the Order of the British Empire
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Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.Ephemeris for April 28, 1938
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on April 28, 2026 | Secondary Progressions for April 28, 2026 |
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| Sun | 7 Taurus 29 | 8 Taurus 11 | 1 Leo 50 |
| Moon | 14 Aries 6 | 0 Libra 56 | 7 Cancer 36 |
| Mercury | 26 Aries 59 | 21 Aries 20 | 28 Leo 13 |
| Venus | 28 Taurus 8 | 5 Gemini 13 | 12 Virgo 53 |
| Mars | 3 Gemini 14 | 14 Aries 25 | 1 Leo 38 |
| Jupiter | 27 Aquarius 50 | 18 Cancer 35 | 0 Pisces 24 |
| Saturn | 11 Aries 46 | 8 Aries 45 | 18 Aries 8 |
| Uranus | 13 Taurus 20 | 0 Gemini 9 | 17 Taurus 28 |
| Neptune | 18 Virgo 37 | 3 Aries 10 | 19 Virgo 10 |
| Pluto | 27 Cancer 54 | 5 Aquarius 29 | 29 Cancer 45 |
| Rahu | 27 Scorpio 59 | 5 Pisces 56 | 23 Scorpio 19 |
| Ketu | 27 Taurus 59 | 5 Virgo 56 | 23 Taurus 19 |
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