Inventions from the Shed

Jim Hopkins presents this documentary — based on his bestselling book — about backyard inventors and their inventions. Some of these “sheddies” are seeking their fortunes, but others seem to simply derive a quiet satisfaction from their ingenuity. They might come from a tradition of number eight wire, string and chewing gum, but amphibious planes and hovercraft feature prominently (with one basement boasting a wind tunnel). A rural bent extends to fence brackets, gate openers, shearing tables, possum pluckers and a serious rat trap (designed by a poet).

Success ... some people dream about it and others get up early in the morning and work hard at it.

– Inventor Ken Arnold

Key Cast & Crew

Jim Hopkins

Presenter

Peter Barrett

Director, Camera

Rachel Jean

Producer

Owen Hughes

Producer

Andrew Eagle

Sound

Peter Roberts

Editor