SALISBURY had two special visitors last week as the mayor of its sister-city in America came to the UK.

Salisbury, North Carolina mayor Tamara Sheffield and her guest Regina Holloway took the trip to Wiltshire on August 22 to mark the ongoing relationship between the two cities.

The pair met up with Salisbury UK Mayor, councillor John Wells at The Guildhall for a guided tour of the historic building.

The visit included formal speeches and the ceremonial signing of proclamation scrolls, reaffirming the longstanding friendship and shared commitment to collaboration between the two Salisbury’s.

Mayor Sheffield also presented cllr Wells with a key to the City of Salisbury, North Carolina, representing the “deep appreciation” for the cities’ partnership.

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The US pair enjoying the tour of Salisbury Cathedral Picture: Salisbury City Council

Following the Guildhall reception, the visitors toured the iconic Salisbury Cathedral, exploring one of England’s most treasured landmarks, before continuing to the world-renowned Stonehenge, an experience symbolising the deep historical roots that connect communities across the world.

Cllr Wells, said: “Our two cities have been connected as sister cities for many years, united not only by a shared name, but by a shared commitment to community, heritage and friendship across the Atlantic.

Picture: Salisbury City Council

“May the connection between our two Salisbury’s continue to thrive, and may this visit mark another chapter in our ongoing story of friendship.”

Mayor Sheffield said: “It’s been an honour and a privilege to be able to be here. As a new mayor of the city of Salisbury, North Carolina, this is the first key that I’ve been able to present and is the highest honour that we can bestow from our city.

“It is my honour to continue this friendship by presenting this key to mayor Wells today.”