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Maisons-Laffitte, France
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For more than 50 years, the Newmarket Twinning Association has assisted
sports clubs, societies and  individuals
to make new friends across the channel. From the first youth exchanges
in 1955, the link between Newmarket and the French towns of Maisons-Laffitte
and Mesnil Le Roi is now believed to be the longest continuous Anglo-French
twinning arrangement.
Barry Lynham M.B.E., originally from Newmarket but living in Maisons-Laffitte,
approached Newmarket Urban District Council with a view to encouraging
twinning among young people. Youth Exchanges continue on an annual
basis, while the main twinning weekends take place in the spring
and autumn.
Further information on activities and membership can be obtained
from Mike Nicholas on 01638 664531or mike_nicholas@btinternet.com
Lexington - Kentucky, USA
Newmarket’s link with Lexington began in 2003. Since then
we have entertained a group of Students from Lexington as the start
of a regular exchange programme. Newmarket College Students made
the return visit in 2009.
The aim is to develop links between the two Towns on a broad basis.
We held a very successful Civic Reception for 22 Lexington Link
Members in 2006 to celebrate this partnership. All sections of Newmarket
were represented and many useful links were formed.
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