Blazing Gavels | Egerton Lodge
Western Area Membership Drive | Bury Masonic Hall
Charity Work | Bolton School
On Friday 5th September, a cheque was presented to Bolton School to support their Bursary Fund. This was handed over to Philip Britton, the School’s Foundation Director. The contribution continues a long-standing relationship between Freemasonry in the Western Area...
Initiation | Bury Lodge Of Relief
On Wednesday 17th September, Bury Lodge Of Relief No.42 welcomed Bro Billy Towers as its newest member. Adding to the occasion, brethren from Brun Through Hurstwood Lodge No.5118 were also in attendance as part of the ongoing reciprocal visits between the two Lodges....
Grand Patron | Knowsley Lodge
On Wednesday 24th September, the brethren of Knowsley Lodge No.4661 welcomed The Assistant Provincial Grand Master and Honorary Member of the Lodge, Dr Simon Archer. WBro Archer was delighted to join the brethren for this special occasion and had the honour of...
Western Area Bicentennial Banquet
On Saturday 20th September, Bury Masonic Hall played host to the Western Area Bicentennial Banquet, celebrating 200 years of the Province of East Lancashire. Guests enjoyed a superb four-course dinner, followed by evening entertainment from a talented singer, making...
Visit From The Provincial Grand Master | Lodge Of Tranquillity With Hospitality
On Monday 1st September, the Brethren of the Lodge Of Tranquillity With Hospitality were treated to an unforgettable evening when the Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master, Robert Ian Frankl, made a surprise visit to witness the presentation of the Grand Lodge...
University Chapter Repurposing | Chapter Of Hope
A New Era Begins! – On Wednesday 3rd September, the Companions of East Lancashire gathered at Bolton Masonic Hall for a truly momentous occasion: the repurposing of the Chapter Of Hope No.54 as a University Chapter under the Supreme Grand Chapter’s Universities...
Western Area ELLC | Rammy Mile Pub Crawl!
On Saturday 30th August, brethren from across the Western Area came together for the ELLC Pub Crawl – affectionately known as the Rammy Mile. The event saw a fantastic turnout, with plenty of laughter, friendship, and good cheer as Masons and friends enjoyed a lively...
Charity Work | 16th Bolton Scout Group
On Friday 18th July, the Area Charity Steward, Vince Dover, and Frank Brown, Charity Steward of New Trinity Lodge No.4595, visited the 16th Bolton Scout Group, who recently received a grant from the East Lancashire Masonic Charity. The grant will support the group’s...
Summer BBQ | Earl Of Lathom Lodge
On Saturday 21st June, the Earl Of Lathom Lodge No.2560 held its annual Summer BBQ at Holcombe Tennis Club. The event was well-attended, with over 80 brethren, friends, and family members enjoying the festivities. The weather remained favourable throughout the day,...
Charity Work | Bury Hospice
In June, on behalf of the Western Area, our Area Charity Steward - Vince Dover - donated over 70 teddies to support bereaved children at Bury Hospice. These comforting soft toys will be included in welcome bags and gifted to children attending the Sunflower Group —...