Fred Dinenage

Fred Dinenage is a long-standing British broadcaster and author, known for his extensive career in television presenting, particularly within children’s programming and regional news. After beginning his broadcasting career with Southern Television in 1964, Fred Dinenage quickly established himself as a versatile presenter, initially hosting the children’s program ‘Three Go Round’ from 1964 to 1966. He subsequently transitioned to reporting and presenting for the regional news magazine ‘Day By Day,’ before specializing in sports coverage with ‘South Sport.’ A pivotal moment in his early career came in 1966 when he became one of the original presenters for the iconic children’s science and technology series ‘How.’ Dinenage’s career further diversified into popular entertainment, hosting quiz shows such as ‘Gambit’ from 1975 to 1976 and ‘Tell the Truth’ in 1989. In January 1982, he moved to TVS, taking on roles as a sports presenter and reporter for programs like ‘Coast to Coast’ and ‘Sportshow.’ The following year, in 1983, he was appointed main anchor for the South edition of ‘Coast to Coast.’ With the formation of Meridian Broadcasting, Dinenage continued his prominent role as an anchor for ‘Meridian Tonight,’ notably alongside Sangeeta Bhabra from 2009, maintaining his position as a news anchor in the south of England for an impressive 38 years.

His appearance as ‘Head of How’ in the revived ‘How’ series from 2020 to 2022 further cemented his legacy in children’s educational programming, showcasing his adaptability and continued relevance across different broadcasting platforms.