The Anglo-Swedish Society of Gothenburg (Org No. 857200-0464) has the object of promoting cultural and other connections between English- and Swedish-speaking people. Members of any nationality who share our interests are welcome to join. 

The officers of the Society for 2023-2024 elected at the AGM are:

• Chair:     John Chaplin, john.chaplin@angloswedish.se

• Secretary: Caroline Ashcroft, secretary@angloswedish.se

• Committee members: Sharon Abrahamson, Shiela Andersson.

• Activities of the Anglo-Swedish Society

• We maintain British traditions such as: a Christmas Carols night in December with mince pies; a (not quite a) cèilidh or social gathering where members can exercise their acting skills; and an ‘English style’ treasure hunt in July.

• We keep members informed of English language cultural and social events in Gothenburg –  including National Theatre Live at Bio Roy

• We maintain the tradition of participating together with the Embassy, the British Club, and the British Legion of laying a wreath at Remembrance day in November and ANZAC day in April

• We maintain contact with the other Anglo-Swedish societies in Stockholm and London and with other Anglo-Scandinavian societies. 

• We organise talks and information meetings, in person and on-line internationally, eg. Brexit matters, local artists and authors.

• We provide information as needed to the local Press – mostly these days about Royal events

• We contribute to and provide advice to the British Council which has focused on the Gothenburg Book Fair.

• We research the history of the Anglo-Swedish relationship and publish articles in appropriate publications.

• We distribute a (rather irregular) newsletter to members six to eight times a year.