By Isle of Wight Observer
Don’t miss an unforgettable evening as veteran TV presenter Fred Dinenage shares highlights of his remarkable 60-year career in broadcasting.
Taking the stage at Shanklin Theatre tomorrow (Saturday), Fred will offer exclusive insights into his experiences and achievements across Southern TV, TV South, and Meridian TV.
Fred will talk about his early days in television, where he collaborated with icons like Diane Keen from “Cuckoo Waltz” and Britt Allcroft, creator of “Thomas the Tank.” Relive the era when TV boasted just two black-and-white channels and hear how Fred got his big break thanks to Jack Hargreaves from “Out of Town,” joining the team of “How” alongside Jon Miller and Bunty James.
Fred also shares his memories from “Day by Day” and “Coast to Coast,” where he worked with broadcasting greats like Natasha Kaplinsky, Debbie Thrower, Fern Britton, and Sangeet Bhabra. Discover the cutting-edge ideas that helped shape the television industry and paved the way for shows like “Loose Women.”
Hear about Fred’s diverse career, from receiving an MBE in 2010 to supporting Island charity, Storeroom at Northwood. Hear stories from his time on “World of Sport” with Shanklin’s own Dickie Davies and find out about his invitation to venture into the jungle!
Don’t miss the chance to see Fred Dinenage live at Shanklin Theatre. You’ll enjoy a captivating evening filled with stories, laughter, and nostalgia. Tickets are available now, via and you can listen to Fred’s exclusive podcast below for more insights ahead of the event.
Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to Fred’s work, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
IW Observer competition
One lucky reader can win a pair of tickets to see Fred on Saturday. Just listen to the podcast and tell us where Fred is going to be at 2pm on Saturday afternoon.
Email us the answer along with your name, address and telephone number to competition@iwobserver.co.uk by text to 07469 629071, or leave a message.
The competition closes at 5pm on Friday. A winner will be picked at random from all the correct entries.
