British peer puts Swiss in a lather. London’s Swiss Church celebrates its 250th anniversary this year. More than 50 pasteurs – French and German - have preached to the Swiss Colony in London since records began in 1762. One of those was Marcel Dietler who served the community during... Read more
Happy New Year! Our first issue of 2012 is again packed with fun pictures and fascinating stories from all corners of the UK. A great start to the year, and there is much to look forward to...
As the Swiss Church begins its series of celebrations to mark 250 years in London, one former minister reflects on his time in the capital when Swiss-British relations were surprisingly strained. Restaurateur Philipp Mosimann reveals the gastronomic delights planned for the House of Switzerland at London 2012. And we visit an otter sanctuary in the north of Scotland, where a young orphan cub is given a second chance.
For our younger readers, there is the “otter challenge”, where a cuddly and cute toy otter cub could be yours at a click of your mouse. There are also details of how you and your family could review a beautiful collection of Swiss alpine legends for our next issue.
As the Swiss Church begins its series of celebrations to mark 250 years in London, one former minister reflects on his time in the capital when Swiss-British relations were surprisingly strained. Restaurateur Philipp Mosimann reveals the gastronomic delights planned for the House of Switzerland at London 2012. And we visit an otter sanctuary in the north of Scotland, where a young orphan cub is given a second chance.
For our younger readers, there is the “otter challenge”, where a cuddly and cute toy otter cub could be yours at a click of your mouse. There are also details of how you and your family could review a beautiful collection of Swiss alpine legends for our next issue.
Andrew Littlejohn
Switzerland in the UK supplement
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