Welcome to the Cromer Twinning Association. Proudly twinned with Crest and Nidda
Cromer from above during a flight from Northrepps Airfield. It’s no wonder this stunning shore has attracted poets and artists throughout time.
“The Norfolk landscape sends a shiver through my soul”
– Raffaella Barker
Cromer twinning association Norfolk UK
Welcome to the Cromer Twinning Association, based in Norfolk, UK. Our association was founded in 1980, when Cromer was twinned with Crest in the Drôme region of France. We later established a three-way link with Nidda, in the Hessen region of Germany in 1998, with Crest being the intermediary town.
Over the years, the Cromer Twinning Association has facilitated a variety of cultural and educational exchanges between our twinned towns. These exchanges have included visits from association members, school children, choir groups, and other members of our community.
Our website is designed to keep you updated on the latest news and events related to twinning. We regularly share photographs and other resources to help you learn more about our twinning efforts and the impact they have had on our communities.
One of our primary goals is to help young people who want to visit our area. We receive requests from the youth in our twinned towns who are looking for a short-term job to improve their English. These visitors want to stay with a family, pay their way, and work for a week or up to three months. We also receive requests for young people to be au pairs for families for a short period. If you’re interested in learning more, please use the contact form on our website.
Our current committee reflects the ongoing work and commitment behind Cromer Twinning today. The Association is led by Chair Mike Bossingham, supported by Vice Chair Sue Dye, Secretary Angela Wrighton, and Treasurer Stuart Meakin, alongside a small and dedicated committee including Ann Bossingham, Leslie Hawkes-Nockels, Sue Taplin, David Stevens, Andreas Yiasimi, and the Mayor of Cromer. Together, they help guide the Association as it continues to build and maintain friendships with our twin towns.
A small group from the Cromer Twinning Association travelled to Nidda in June 2025, joining friends from across Europe for a weekend of shared experiences, culture, and friendship. Hosted by local families, the visit brought together people from Crest, Ponte San Nicolò and Medvode, reflecting the wider network that twinning quietly builds over time.
lOCATIONS OF THE THREE TWINNED TOWNS
county of North Norfolk, Eastern England
Cromer is a fascinating town situated on the North Norfolk coast, famous for its sandy beaches and rich history. It offers a unique blend of traditional charm and contemporary allure, including Victorian architecture and the renowned Cromer Crab. The Cromer Pier is an iconic landmark with a theatre that plays host to a wide range of shows and concerts throughout the year.
Puy-de-Dôme department in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Crest is a beautiful place that combines stunning natural scenery with a rich history. The views are breathtaking, with captivating rolling hills, forests, and rivers. Crest is filled with history, from ancient ruins to charming cobblestone streets and well-preserved buildings. The medieval castles and churches are prominent features.
The district Wetterau, in Hesse, Germany.
Nidda is located in the Wetterau region of Hesse, Germany, near Frankfurt. It has a long history and a diverse range of attractions, including, the oldest hall church of Hessen, and a local museum. It is also known for scenic parks and gardens along the Nidda River for outdoor activities like cycling, jogging, walking, and picnics. The town has wonderful Christmas markets and craft fairs.
There’s something quite reassuring about evenings like this… people coming together, as they have done over the years, keeping something meaningful quietly moving forward. A small look at this year’s Cromer Twinning AGM… and what lies ahead.
A relaxed summer gathering in Cromer shows how town twinning lives not only in international visits, but in the simple, meaningful moments shared at home.
A late November visit to Ponte San Nicolò brought a small group from Cromer into the heart of Italian community life, where shared moments, conversations, and simple hospitality revealed the true meaning of town twinning.
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