Thame and District Twinning Association

Thame, near Oxford, has been twinned with Montesson, near Paris since 2001. We are an independent and self financing organisation with active members in Thame and the surrounding villages. Our aim is to facilitate visits and exchanges between the people and associations of Thame and Montesson. We have regular fundraising events and annual visits take place in September to Montesson and in May to Thame.

Annual Visit to Thame 2nd-4th May 2025
The weekend was another  resounding success! 16 of our Montesson friends arrived promptly at 5pm on Friday and were given a very warm welcome in the Town Hall. Old friendships were rekindled and new members  made to feel very welcome over a cup of tea or, for most, a glass of wine! 

Friday evening was spent with host families and on Saturday the group set of for a day trip to London, accompanied by 2 committee members. They managed to pack a lot in, including the British Museum, a picnic lunch and shopping / sightseeing in Covent garden. 
Despite a tiring day, everyone was ready for the evening party which included music from the very aptly named, Je T'hame, a band formed by our Mayor especially for the Twinning Association two years ago. After a superb buffet supper everyone was soon up and dancing. It was a great evening of fun, laughter and enjoyment. 
Before leaving Thame at 2.30pm on Sunday, our guests had time to do spend as they wished with their hosts, be that shopping, watching the Maypole Dancing and Morris Men in Towersey or simply having a rest and a chat! 
Here are the kind words we received from our guests upon their return:
Dear friends
We had a safe trip back, beautiful weather on the road and we were just on time to catch our Shuttle. It was an amazing weekend. People were all very happy. We were touched by the kindness of your welcome as usual but for our new members it was a surprise to discover what the Jumelage is.

So, we are now looking forward to our return visit to Montesson and this year we have been invited for the weekend of 19^th – 21st September. 
Typically, we arrive late on Friday afternoon and are treated to a daytrip to a local place of interest on the Saturday. Following the customary evening party, there will be fireworks and dancing for those who wish to join in with the festivities of the local fête.
Sunday is usually a time to relax with our hosts until we leave shortly after lunch.

Would you like to join us? We’ve booked a coach and there are a few spare spaces. Currently the cost is £170 per head which includes everything except for your own personal spending money. Meals and accommodation are provided by a host family and the daytrip is included. If we fill the coach, the cost will come down considerably. Just 5 more people brings the cost down to £140.

If you wish to book your place, become involved or simply find out more, please don't hesitate to get in touch: thametwinning@gmail.com