On Thursday, 19 March 2026, Paul Cowland Hosts an Audience with Ian Callum CBE, the legendary automotive designer. Ian, who is one of the world’s most influential creative minds in the industry, will take centre stage at Great Northern Classics for an unmissable evening of insight, inspiration, and in-depth conversation.
Paul Cowland, best known for his work on Salvage Hunters: Classic Cars and his passion for classic motoring – will guide an engaging discussion with Ian Callum. Attendees can expect captivating stories from behind the scenes, design secrets from iconic vehicles, and plenty of petrolhead passion as they explore the career of the man responsible for landmark designs including the Jaguar F-Type, F-Pace, I-Pace, Aston Martin DB7 and Vanquish, Ford Escort RS Cosworth, and many more.
This intimate event offers a rare opportunity to hear firsthand from one of the automotive world’s true icons, in a relaxed format featuring live Q&A, anecdotes, a design masterclass and automotive history.
Tickets for each ‘Evenings With’ event are priced at £25 for the evening session or £37 including a curry, side and a drink, providing excellent value for an unforgettable experience. Tickets can be purchased directly through the Great Northern Classics website at www.greatnorthernclassics.co.uk. Doors open 5.30pm, food is served from 6pm, and the entertainment starts from 7pm and concludes at 10pm.
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