About this Event
A look at the history that has shaped the north of England from the Ice Age to the present day. Brian Groom lays out the dramatic events that have played out in the north – waves of migration, invasions and battles, and its struggles to assert its identity as modern Britain emerged. It is a story told through the people, famous or not, who have built the region.
What does northernness mean in the 21st century and what role can the north play in Britain’s future?
The conversation will cover topics as diverse as the importance of sheep, the north-south language divide, why the Industrial Revolution happened in the north, ethnic diversity, the legacy of slavery and the contribution of northern writers, artists and comedians.
A fascinating evening for anyone interested in British history, society and culture.
Brian Groom is a journalist and one of the foremost experts on British regional and national affairs. His career was spent mainly at the Financial Times, where he did many of the top writing and editing jobs. He is also a former editor of Scotland on Sunday, which he launched as deputy editor and which won many awards. Originally from Stretford, Lancashire (now part of Greater Manchester), he returned to live in the north – in Saddleworth, south Pennines – in 2015.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Athenaeum, Church Alley, Liverpool, United Kingdom
GBP 10.00