NBF - An Interview on The North Road

A captivating evening at Newark Book Festiival with award-winning writer Rob Cowen, as he discusses his remarkable and genre-defying book, The North Road, in conversation with Dr Tim Rideout. At the heart of The North Road lies one of Britain’s oldest and most iconic highways—the A1. Known historically as The Great North Road, this 400-mile stretch has been many things over the last two millennia: a Roman road, a pilgrim’s path, a coaching route, and a modern motorway. But in Cowen’s hands, it becomes something much more—a living, breathing thread that connects the country’s past, present, and possible futures. Whether you're a fan of nature writing, interested in the hidden histories of Britain, or simply love a compelling human story grounded in place, this is an evening not to miss.