The Grand East Lancashire Festival Raffle – And the Verdict Is In!
The wait is finally over… the Grand Raffle in aid of the 2026 East Lancashire Festival has been drawn! 🎉 The all-important draw took place at the ELMC AGM last night, under the watchful eye of the assembled brethren and, most importantly, with our very own Master of...
Provincial Grand Master Joins North West Widows Sons as Patron
On a decidedly soggy Sunday morning, the Brethren of the North West Chapter of the Widows Sons Masonic Bikers Association gathered at Audenshaw Masonic Hall to meet with the Provincial Grand Master, R.W. Bro Robert Frankl. The occasion marked a significant moment for...
When Father and Son, become Brothers
There are many bonds in Life. Some are given by birth, others are forged through choice, character, and shared purpose. But there is a moment in every Lodge that the word Brother means more than tradition. This simply happens when a Father looks across the Lodge room...
East Lancashire Freemasons Help Make World Gravy Wrestling a Success
The World Gravy Wrestling Championships returned to Bacup on Bank Holiday Monday, 31 August 2026, bringing its unique mix of sport, laughter, charity and community spirit to Bacup Cricket Club. While the wrestlers took centre stage in the pool of Lancashire gravy, a...
Black Tie Dinner Dance
Join us for a spectacular Black Tie Dinner Dance at Hemsley House, The Crescent, Salford, on Saturday 31st October 2026. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal, an elegant evening of music and dancing to Jersey Coasters, and the perfect opportunity to dress to impress...
Northern Area – Seconds Out!
Northern Area Freemasons are delighted to support Technique ABC Boxing at Blackburn Youth Zone. The club, founded by Shaun Litherland, has grown into one of the North West’s most successful amateur boxing clubs, supporting more than 150 young people and achieving...
Northern Area – Brains tested!
A fantastic Northern Area Quiz Night at Padiham Masonic Hall, raising over £500. Everyone enjoyed a delicious pie and pea supper, plenty of friendly competition and a great evening together. A huge thank you to everybody who organised the event and to everyone who...
Northern Area – Town Crier visits Peaceful valley in Darwen
Monday Night (11th May 2026), we enjoyed a fantastic evening at Peaceful Valley Lodge No. 4111 in Darwen — or “Darren” as it’s affectionately known locally.The Lodge hosted a wonderful Old England Night, and we were honoured by the presence of the Darwen Town Crier,...
Northern Area – Crafty Characters
An evening of fellowship, fascinating stories and plenty of laughter at Hyndburn Lodge of Installed Masters No. 8766.Meeting at Mill House, Clayton-le-Moors Masonic Hall, the Lodge welcomed members, visitors, ladies and gentlemen for a thoroughly enjoyable evening.The...
Northern Area – Bowled Over Thanks to a Masonic Grant!
East Lancashire Masonic Charity has helped fund a number of defibrillators across the Province—and, put simply, this vital equipment saves lives.One of the latest beneficiaries is **All Saints Grange Bowling Club**, Clayton-le-Moors, Accrington, BB5 5PS.With more than...
Northern Area – A simple table. A real difference!
A simple table. A real difference.A £700 grant from the East Lancashire Masonic Charity has helped provide a new pool table for Darwen Ward at the Pendleview Unit, Royal Blackburn Hospital.During a recent visit, Area Charity Steward Graham Robinson saw first-hand how...
Northern Area – Hospital Teddys
A Little Bear Can Make a Big DifferenceHospitals can be frightening and unfamiliar places for children, especially when they are unwell, injured or undergoing treatment.That is where **Teddies for Loving Care** can help.This nationwide Masonic initiative provides...