GMP Band performing at Rochdale
On Saturday 17th June members of the Eastern area freemasons, family and friends was treated to a wonderful evening and entertainment, by the Greater Manchester Police band at Rochdale masonic hall. WBro John Taylor opened the evening speaking about the Masonic...
East Lancashire Masons at Radcliffe Carnival
This weekend in the quaint town of Radcliffe, there was a lively and much-anticipated event called the Radcliffe Carnival. The celebration brought the community together with music, a funfair, and a vibrant parade. Every year, the Province of East Lancashire...
A Very Special Initiation
On Friday the 26th of May 2023 a special, perhaps even unique, Initiation took place at Denton Lodge No 5234 in the Southern Area of the Province. It was special because the 19-year-old candidate (Mr. Brandon Robert Gee) is not only a Lewis but the son of a Lewis (Bro...
Miles More Food
Five-Mile-High Club In early 2019 Rochdale District Freemasons embarked on a very challenging and ingenious initiative to collect a mile of food for the local foodbank. That was certainly a stretching target to say the least and to put it into perspective there are...
WBro John Curry receives Grand Rank
On Monday night, 22nd May 2023, Freedom Lodge 3837 held their last regular meeting before the summer break. For one particular mason this was a very special night, as this was the celebration of WBro John Curry AGDC receiving grand rank honours. The brethren were...
50 years to remember – Eric Kirkbride
3rd May saw over 100 Freemasons and guests come together to celebrate 50 years of Freemasonry for Eric Kirkbride at The Lodge of Harmony 298. Once the lodge was opened, a sizeable Provincial Delegation with no less than 6 Grand Lodge Officers, 2 Assistant Provincial...
The Lodge of Silent Temple Number 126 – A Demonstration to remember
On the 23rd of May at Salford Masonic Centre, a group of Freemasons assembled in the heart of the City West Area. This group of men held steadfast to their traditions, cherishing the ideals of brotherhood, charity, and knowledge. The Lodge of Silent Temple No. 126 had...
Provincial News – Anne Donnelly Retirement
On Tuesday, 23 May, the Province bid farewell to Anne Donnelly, who is retiring after over seventeen years working for the Province. Anne will be known to most Secretaries and Scribes as, during that time, she has assisted them with their Returns, Registration Forms,...
East Lancashire Branch of the Masonic Fishing Charity
4th Annual Coarse Fishing Fund Raiser On Saturday 22nd April 2023, once again the East Lancashire Branch of the Masonic Fishing Charity hosted their annual coarse fishing fundraising match at Fir Tree Fisheries in Wigan. The event, which was attended by a total...
50 years to remember – Erik Kirkbride
3rd May saw over 100 Freemasons and guests come together to celebrate 50 years of Freemasonry for Eric Kirkbride at The Lodge of Harmony 298. Once the lodge was opened, a sizeable Provincial Delegation with no less than 6 Grand Lodge Officers, 2 Assistant Provincial...
World Dance Champions help raise £1000
Middleton’s own World Dance Champions Mia Linnik-Holden and Andrei Toader took time out of their busy competition and rehearsal schedule to help Rochdale District Freemasons raise £1000 for charity on Saturday 20th May. Mia and Andrei arranged a spectacular display...
Flying for Festival – 2023 Zipline Event
It was a pleasant Sunday Morning when a small community of both Masons and Non-Masons decided to come together for an amazing cause. Inspired by their desire to make a difference, they attended a thrilling charity zipline event to raise funds for the East Lancashire...