Folkestone Twinning Association

 The main aims of the twinning between Folkestone and Etaples-sur-Mer are set out in the Twinning Charter, signed by the respective Mayors of the two towns in two separate ceremonies: in Folkestone in August 2009 and in Etaples in January 2010. The aims of the Association are to consolidate and further existing links between the two towns and to promote different types of exchanges in the interest of the two towns communities.

The Etaples Military Cemetery, just outside the town, is the final resting place for more than 11,500 British and Allied soldiers who lost their lives in the conflict. Each year representatives and dignitaries from Folkestone and Etaples pay their respects and lay wreaths.

Representatives and dignitaries from Etaples have also paid their respects and laid wreaths in Folkestone on Remembrance Day.

The Committee of the Folkestone and Etaples twinning associations meet annually and decide on a programme of events for the year in both England and France. To date, there have been numerous such events enjoyed by all those who attended and this is set to continue in the future. The Association also acts as an intermediary between various individuals and groups in both Folkestone and Etaples who wish to form friendships.

Membership to Folkestone Twinning Association is open to anyone interested in promoting the aims of the Association for the benefit of the people of Folkestone.