Twinning weekend

Friedrichsdorf is not so far from Frankfurt and 17 members of the twinning group flew there from Heathrow for the International Weekend in May. Some misgivings were voiced when it was revealed that departure needed to be from Terminal 5, but the only slight delay came on registration when the technology could not cope with a party booking. Twinners stayed with various host families and were entertained by a guided tram trip around Frankfurt on the "Appelwoi-Express" and a guided tour of the Palais Rothschild housing the Jewish Museum, Sunday began with an official reception and champagne for the visitors from England, France and Austria, followed by a walk in the Taunus hills or tennis or golf or shooting. The weekend culminated in a magnificent gala dinner dance. The forum was beautifully decorated in burgundy and white with fresh flowers on the tables. The buffet catered for every taste and wine and water on the tables were regularly replenished. Dancing and entertainment was provided by the MSS Big Band comprising more than 25 players and singers: not to mention hip op and break dancing demonstrations. The weather was glorious for the spring weekend and everyone had a wonderful time - see the English contingent in summer clothes. It will be hard for our Chesham Town Twinning group to find similar enjoyable activities for such a large crowd, when it comes to our turn to host the International Weekend next year.