Bury Croquet Club Visited German Counterparts
Members of the Bury club traveled to Germany for a series of friendly matches and civic engagements.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Tennis
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Bury Croquet Club members visited Schorndorf and Croquet Club Waldau in Germany for a series of friendly mixed-pair competitions. The visit marked the first time Croquet Club Waldau hosted an overseas club since its founding three years ago.
Why it matters
The international exchange aimed to build lasting friendships between the clubs while allowing members to compare different croquet techniques and strategies. This cross-border collaboration continues a partnership that began when the Schorndorf group visited Bury in 2025.
The visit to Croquet Club Waldau spanned three days of activities. The hosting club was established just three years ago.
The players
Bury Croquet Club
This is a social and competitive sports organization based in Bury.
Croquet Club Waldau
This is a croquet venue located in Stuttgart that was founded three years ago.
Colin Heinze
He is the Mayor of Degerloch who met with the visiting club members.
The details
Participants engaged in friendly competition through mixed-pair matches and took part in formal exchanges of gifts and pennants. During their stay in the area, the group also visited Degerloch and met with Mayor Colin Heinze.
Timeline
The Schorndorf twinning partnership visited Bury Croquet Club in 2025.
The Bury Croquet Club trip occurred during the week of September 14, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This visit follows the pattern set by the 2025 Schorndorf twinning partnership visit to Bury. The exchange solidifies a reciprocal relationship that strengthens the competitive ties between the two international organizations.
The reciprocal exchange provides a model for international club partnerships and grassroots sport networking. Members of similar clubs may use these events to facilitate future cross-border competition and technical workshops.
The takeaway
International cultural exchanges offer club members a unique opportunity to share specialized techniques beyond their local leagues. Building these relationships helps preserve the sport's traditions while fostering global communication among enthusiasts.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest developments in international club play on our Tennis page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Bury Times.
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