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Tie and Tinsel Dinner 2025
2025-11-28 17:30 - 2025-11-30 00:00 UTC | Cloisters Suite, Holiday Inn, Bolton, 1 Higher Bridge St,, Bolton, BL1 2EW
Bi-Centenary Tie and Tinsel Dinner
Saturday, 29 November 2025
Cloisters Suite, Holiday Inn, Bolton
Drinks Reception from: 5.30 pm : Dinner: 6.30 pm
The menu is:
Starter :
Parsnip & Celeriac Soup, served with Spiced Croutons and Roll (Vegan) OR
Chicken Liver Cognac Pate, served with Brioche Toast, Chutney & Mixed Leaves (GF)
Main Course :
Traditional Roast Turkey with all the trimmings, Seasonal Vegetables & Roast Potatoes (GF) OR
Mediterranean Vegetable Moussaka with Roast Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables (GF) (Vegan option available with advanced notice)
Dessert :
Classic Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce (Vegan Christmas Pudding available) OR
Fresh Fruit Salad.
Entertainment:
During the drinks reception and Dinner, we are to be treated to performances from
The talented Katy Fiddlestix and the Jersey Coasters.
Dress Code: Dinner Suit / Black Tie
Hotel Accommodation
For those guests who require overnight accommodation, we have been offered a
discounted rate at the Hotel. The cost will be just £94 for a double room. If you wish
to book, please contact the Hotel directly on 01204 879988 – press option 1 – and
quote the Discount code ELN.
Parking at the Venue
There are a small number of spaces at the venue, or there is a large
Car Park next to the venue.
Venue Address
Holiday Inn, Bolton Centre, 1 Higher Bridge Street, Bolton, BL1 2EW.
Please contact either Susan O’Neill (secretariat@eastlancsmasons.org.uk ) or
Julie Ward (julie.ward@hewlettcourt.org.uk) if you have any further questions.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Costs
The ticket price is £50.00 per person (includes a drink on arrival)
Payment can be made via:
BACS: A/c Name: PGLEL Festival 2026
Account No: 72551674
Sort Code: 011001
The reference used for BACS payment should be the applicant’s name. Please complete the online booking form which can be downloaded below
By Cheque : Cheques to be made payable to: EL Festival 2026 and should be sent, with a completed application form, to: Mrs Susan O’Neill, Rossendale Masonic Hall, Ashday Lea, Haslingden Road, Rossendale, BB4 6QX.
The closing date for applications is 31 October 2025.
Click Here to download the Paper Form

Provincial Grand Lodge 2025
2025-11-17 - 2025-11-19 | Toughsheet Stadium, Burden Way, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6JW, United Kingdom
THE ANNUAL MEETING OF PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE
will be held at the
TOUGHSHEET STADIUM, BURNDEN WAY, HORWICH, BL6 6JW
on TUESDAY, 18 NOVEMBER 2025 at 3.00 pm.
All Present and Past Officers of Provincial Grand Lodge, Masters, Past Masters and Wardens of Lodges are hereby summoned to attend. It is the Worshipful Master’s responsibility to ensure that his Lodge is represented at the meeting. Master Masons are cordially invited to be present.
The support of Grand Officers would be particularly welcome on this occasion.
Masters of Lodges are requested to make the content of this Summons known as soon as possible to the members of their Lodges.
By Command of the Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master.
Provincial Grand Secretary
Online booking for dining is now closed – If you wish to dine, please email the Provincial Office – secretariat@eastlancsmasons.org.uk

Provincial Grand Lodge 2025 - Distinguished Guests
2025-11-17 - 2025-11-18 | Toughsheet Stadium, Burden Way, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6JW, United Kingdom
THE ANNUAL MEETING OF PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE
will be held at the
TOUGHSHEET STADIUM, BURNDEN WAY, HORWICH, BL6 6JW
on TUESDAY, 18 NOVEMBER 2025 at 3.00 pm.
All Present and Past Officers of Provincial Grand Lodge, Masters, Past Masters and Wardens of Lodges are hereby summoned to attend. It is the Worshipful Master’s responsibility to ensure that his Lodge is represented at the meeting. Master Masons are cordially invited to be present.
The support of Grand Officers would be particularly welcome on this occasion.
Masters of Lodges are requested to make the content of this Summons known as soon as possible to the members of their Lodges.
By Command of the Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master.
Provincial Grand Secretary

Bi Centenary Bash at the Northern Area Las Vegas Night
2025-09-27 19:00 - 23:30 | Burnley Masonic Hall, The Holgate Suite, Nelson Square, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 1LA

Albert House Social Night at Ashton Masonic Hall
2025-07-26 19:00 - 22:30 | Bolton
Albert House – the Ashton Masonic Hall is staging a Social Night on Saturday, 26th July 2025
7 FOR 7:30PM
TASTING SESSIONS
To include an alcohol-based event, with Nigel Buckland displaying his remarkable knowledge of coffee with coffee from around the world and a Continental-themed buffet!
QUIZ
Don’t mention the war quiz based on comedy parodies of WWII
Donations for the raffle are welcome
Continental-themed buffet
Dress casual, period costume encouraged
Payment: on the night or BACS to:
05-09-33, 42905360, Ashton Masonic Club

East Lancashire Bicentenary - Treasure Hunt
2025-05-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Bolton
Click Here to make a donation

REGISTRATION FORM
Click Here to register

Valentines Night
2025-02-14 19:30 - 23:30 | Audenshaw Masonic Hall, 7 Manchester Rd, Audenshaw, Manchaster, Manchester M34 5PZ, United Kingdom
On Friday 14th February 2025 Stanley House, Audenshaw will be hosting a night of Entertainment from 7:30pm. The amazing performer ‘Alison D’ will return to the stage again, giving us some amazing entertainment. Tickets are £20 per person and this includes Chicken & Chips in a basket!
For Tickets, please contact Ray or Shirley via email: s_charlton@sky.com or 07729277781

An Evening of Mediumship
2025-02-12 18:30 - 22:00 | Audenshaw Masonic Hall, 7 Manchester Rd, Audenshaw, Manchaster, Manchester M34 5PZ, United Kingdom
On Wednesday, 12th February 2025, Stanley House, Audenshaw, will be hosting the Grant Harris Medium night. Arrival from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm start. Tickets cost £15 per person, Fancy finding out something from the past or speaking with someone no longer with us? Tickets available via www.grantharrismedium.com

Provincial Grand Chapter 2025
2025-01-13 00:00 - 2025-03-21 00:00 | Bolton
THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE PROVINCIAL GRAND CHAPTER
will be held at the
TOUGHSHEET COMMUNITY STADIUM,
BURNDEN WAY, HORWICH, BL6 6JW on
THURSDAY, 20 MARCH 2025, at 3.00 pm.
All Provincial Grand Officers, Principals, and Past Principals of Chapters are hereby summoned to attend the Meeting. All other Companions are invited to attend and will be warmly welcomed.
Companions must wear a dark suit or morning dress, an East Lancashire Festival tie, [the Royal Arch or Craft tie or a black tie is acceptable; other ties are not acceptable], and Royal Arch clothing.
Please note that gloves should not be worn.
Principals of Chapters should wear their appropriate Collars of Office.
Companions are requested to be seated by 2.30 pm at the latest.
Principals and Scribes of all Chapters within the Province are requested to make the contents of this Notice known to their Officers and other Companions.
By Command of the ME Grand Superintendent.
EComp Andrew Holland, PAGSoj
Provincial Grand Scribe E.
The deadline for dining tickets has now passed. Please contact secretariat@eastlancsmasons.org.uk if you wish to place a late meal booking. We look forward to seeing you on the 20th March

Provincial Grand Chapter 2025 - Distinguished Guests
2025-01-13 00:00 - 2025-03-21 00:00 | Bolton
THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE PROVINCIAL GRAND CHAPTER
will be held at the
TOUGHSHEET COMMUNITY STADIUM,
BURNDEN WAY, HORWICH, BL6 6JW on
THURSDAY, 20 MARCH 2025, at 3.00 pm.
Please book your tickets using the options below

Tie and Tinsel Dinner
2024-11-30 17:30 - 2024-12-01 00:00 | Cloisters Suite, Holiday Inn, Bolton, 1 Higher Bridge St,, Bolton, BL1 2EW
The menu is:
Starter : Parsnip & Celeriac Soup, served with Spiced Croutons and Roll
(Vegan) or Chicken Liver Cognac Pate, served with Brioche
Toast, Chutney & Mixed Leaves (GF)
Main Course : Traditional Roast Turkey with all the trimmings, Seasonal
Vegetables & Roast Potatoes (GF) or Mediterranean Vegetable
Moussaka with Roast Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables (GF)
(Vegan option available with advanced notice)
Dessert : Classic Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce
(Vegan Christmas Pudding available) or Fresh Fruit Salad.
Entertainment:
During the drinks reception and Dinner we are to be treated to performances from the
the amazing Bolton Rock Choir, the talented Katy Fiddlestix and the Jersey Coasters.
The evening will finish with DJ Paulski.
Dress Code: Dinner Suit / Black Tie
Hotel Accommodation
For those guests who require overnight accommodation, we have been offered a
discounted rate at the Hotel. The cost will be just £94 for a double room. If you wish
to book, please contact the Hotel directly on 01204 879988 – press option 1 – and
quote Discount code ELN.
Parking at the Venue
There are a small number of spaces at the venue or alternatively there is a large
Car Park next to the venue.
Venue Address
Holiday Inn, Bolton Centre, 1 Higher Bridge Street, Bolton, BL1 2EW.
Please contact either Susan O’Neill (secretariat@eastlancsmasons.org.uk) or
Julie Ward (julie.ward@hewlettcourt.org.uk) if you have any further questions.

Southern Area AProvGM and Area Chairman’s Sponsored walk In aid of the 2026 Festival Sunday 22 September
2024-09-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Westholme Mossley Freemasons Hall, Stockport Rd, Mossley, Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, OL5 0RB
The Southern Area APGM WBro. The Revd. Canon Richard Hawkins and Area Chairman WBro Nigel Johnson are taking a sponsored walk In aid of the 2026 Festival on Sunday, 22 September 2024.
The walk is from Mossley Masonic Hall to Audenshaw Masonic Hall via the Canal (8.45 miles). Participants will meet at Mossley Hall at 10 a.m. and leave at 10:15 a.m.

The APGM and Area Chairman aim to raise at least £1,000 for the 2026 Festival, and they ask that everyone please take pity on them and help them make this a reality!

This is a joint effort, and it is hoped that every Lodge and Chapter in SA will feel able to sponsor the participants for at least £25 or more.

The APGM and Area Chairman would be delighted to be accompanied by other Masons/families/friends who would like to walk all or part of the way, and they are encouraged to seek their own additional sponsorship to add to the overall pot.

There is a fun quiz en route with a prize for each section and a prize for anyone who gets all the questions right. If there is more than one winner, a name will be drawn from a hat!

If you are joining, please be self-sufficient: Mobile phones and friends with cars to pick you up will be a great help! Everyone will need to be responsible for their own safety and well-being.

The walking is mostly by canal path, so it might be muddy. It is all downhill, with some steps and a few roads to cross. Good, comfortable walking shoes, weather-related clothing, and a stick may be of assistance.

The walk covers beautiful scenery (most of the way). Dave Williamson has volunteered to bring up the rear to ensure nobody is stranded on the canal.

If you are joining the walk or sponsoring please let the APGM, WBro The Revd. Canon Richard Hawkins, know by email, he will send copies of map extracts and the quiz.
