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Darley Lodge 6531 Old England Night

What is a Masonic Toast

A festive board, or dinner, normally follows a lodge meeting. While fairly formal with speeches and toasts it is marked by the sound of friendly discussion, sometimes singing and plenty of fun and laughter.

On the subject of formal Masonic toasts the format of these vary with the lodge but there is always a toast to the Queen and to The Grand Master followed by others which vary according to the ceremony. For instance when there is a new initiate he is toasted and often responds. In some lodges they sing the Initiates song.

Darley Lodge 6531 Old England Night

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Darley Lodge 6531 hosted an Old England charity night which was attended by Masons and non Masons. The Festive Board was enjoyed by everyone, although the black pudding and tripe caused concern for a few!
Our Fines Master WBro Peter Barron took advantage of everyone in his usual way. The evening raised a superb £300 which was matched by the Brethren of Darley Lodge. All monies raised will be donated to Maxmilan Nurses, The Christie Hospital and The Multiple System Atrophy Coalition. An excellent evening was had by all.