Town Twinning - International Links
Peterborough's Twin Towns
What is Town Twinning?
Twinning started in Europe after the Second
World War. Its purpose was to promote friendship and greater
understanding between the people of different European cities.
A twinning link is a formal, long-term friendship agreement
involving co-operation between two communities in different
countries and endorsed by both local authorities.
The two communities organise projects and
activities around a range of issues and develop an understanding of
historical, cultural, lifestyle similarities and
differences. These activities involve a wide range of
community members and people to people contact.
For information on international partnerships and town
twinning contact:
Local Government Association, European and
International Unit, Local Government HouseLondon, SW1P 3HZ, Tel 020 7664 3100, Fax 020 7664 3128, E-mail: info@lga.gov.uk
Special events
Further information on
events organised by the International Links Service, including
the Katharine of Aragon Commemoration Service.
Peterborough's Informal Friendship Links
Ballarat Australia 1947, KweKwe Zimbabwe 1987, Foggia Italy, Pecs Hungary, all Peterboroughs around the world.
Community Links
ICA (The Italian Community Association)
International Links Service
The International Links Service aims to foster links through social, recreational, cultural and educational partnerships and encourage greater participation by the the people of Peterborough. The service operates in a number of different ways;
- Organising events, exchange visits and participation in twinning events in twin towns. Events often take place within the Peterborough Festival.
- Facilitating links between schools, sports, social, business and cultural organisations
- Working with societies that support the links with the twin towns
For further information about the twin towns and details of support societies and associations:
Contact The International Links Officer
Find out more about the work of the British Council and learning and the international experience.
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