Town twinning in South Lanarkshire

Bothwell is twinned with Jouy‑en‑Josas in France. This link brings people together through shared culture, learning and community activities. It helps residents in both towns meet, learn from each other and build long‑lasting friendships.

Jouy‑en‑Josas is a small town in a green valley near Versailles and Paris. It offers a calm setting while staying close to major cities, making it a lively and welcoming place to visit or live.

What Jouy‑en‑Josas offers

The town is famous for patterned linen known as Toiles de Jouy. These designs are recognised around the world and remain popular in fashion and home design today.

Local people take part in many social, sports and cultural activities. The town has clubs and groups for all ages, a school of music and dance, and several museums, including the Museum of Toiles de Jouy.

Jouy‑en‑Josas is also home to a well‑known business school and a major research centre. This gives the town a strong focus on learning, skills and new ideas.