Berwins takes the sponsor’s mantle for Salon North

Salon North bills itself as a night out with a difference, when three speakers explore ideas from art, science and psychology.

Berwins partner Carolynn Peace said: “We felt that Salon North was a natural choice for us. We pride ourselves for being no ordinary lawyers and were drawn to the innovation, debate and big ideas the series showcases.

“It’s important to support the community we live and work in, and to help safeguard what makes Harrogate one of the best places to live in the UK. We’re delighted to support the arts charity that celebrates its 50th anniversary, and help to continue to bring such brilliant events to the town.”

Harrogate International Festivals CEO, Sharon Canavar, said: “As an arts charity, only two per cent of our income is from public money and we rely heavily on the support of local businesses to support the wealth of events we deliver throughout the year.

“We are delighted to have Berwins support for our exciting Salon North Series, allowing us to continue to deliver these stimulating series, bringing big ideas to intimate spaces.”

Salon North is the brainchild of Harrogate-born screenwriter and author Helen Bagnall.

She co-founded Salon London in 2008 which is now established as a key part of the capital’s cultural scene.

Helen said: “I’m from Harrogate originally and approached the festivals in the first instance because I very much wanted to bring what we were creating in London, to Yorkshire, and I’m glad I did, because it’s exactly the right place for it.”

Since its launch in the town in 2012, Salon North has become a key strand in the diverse festival portfolio.

The 2015 Salon North autumn series, Crime, Punishment and Retribution, takes place at Harrogate’s Crown Hotel. The next event will bring the history of judicial punishment to life.