Comp Whitcombe and Comp Piratesh | Double Exhalation
On 20 April 2026, Bro Gareth Whitcombe and Bro Iliad Piratesh, of Lodge of Hope 54, took their next step in their journey of ancient freemasonry. Tudor Chapter 277, some 174 years young, met at Rochdale Masonic Hall for their regular April meeting. The convocation...
Ken Fawcett celebrates 50 years in the Craft
St Georges Cup hosted by Crompton Lodge 8879
Last Saturday, Crompton Lodge 8879 held their annual and very popular, race night. This year, the Saint George's Cup raised £700 towards our charities which at the end of the masonic year our Worshipful Master nominates his chosen charity or charities. We would like...
Newly Appointed & Promoted Provincial Officers Lunch
On Sunday, 26th May, the Assistant Provincial Grand Master, Wbro Wes Marchant, accompanied by his wife, Liz, and the Assistant to the Provincial Grand Principals, EComp Steve Boyle (who is also current Provincial Senior Grand Warden), accompanied by his wife, Tracey,...
Closure of Stanley Lodge 2917 | 16 April 2026
On 16 April 2026 the Brethren of Stanley Lodge 2917 met for the final time, accompanied with our Eatern Area APGM, WBro John Curry, with members of the area team and several visitors. Closures are always a solemn event, however, it is great humility and reverence...
Johnnys Golden Gavel visits Liberty Lodge 5573
14 April 2026 saw another special event at Rochdale Masonic Hall. As well as the celebration of WBro John Ashworth, there was the visit from our Provincial Charity Steward, WBro John Taylor. The brethren of Liberty Lodge 5573 donated £100 to Johnnys Golden Gavel...
WBro John Ashworth PProvSGD, 60 years in Freemasonry
On 14 April 2026, Liberty Lodge 5573 met at Rochdale Masonic Hall for what was a very special meeting. WBro John Ashworth reached the amazing milestone of 60 years in Freemasonry. The Eastern Area Team were also in attendance to mark the occasion. John being a humble...
Double Initiation at Crompton Lodge 8879
On the 22nd of April 2026 at Crompton Lodge 8879 we had two candidates excitedly awaiting their first steps into Freemasonry. The lodge was opened in due form and visiting brethren from Werneth Lodge and Lodge of Benevolence, were welcomed by the brethren. It was soon...
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Three Shires Proclamation of W.Bro. Leslie S. Morgan as Worshipfull Master
The 137th regular meeting of the Three Shires was held at Westholme Lodge on Wednesday, 18th February 2026. The 3rd item of business was to welcome W.Bro. Wesley Marchant, P.S.G.D., A.P.G.M., accompanied by an Area delegation. The main business of the day was to...
QUIZ GRAND FINAL!
On Monday 15th June, quiz teams from across the Province will go head-to-head to be crowned Quiz Champions of 2026 and take home the Silver Salver! 🏆 It’s set to be a fantastic evening with: 🥧 Pie & peas supper 🎟️ Raffles 🎲 Games 🎉 Plenty of fun and friendly...
Provincial Grand Chapter 2026
Provincial Grand Chapter 2026 A Day of Ceremony, Reflection, and Progress: Provincial Grand Chapter 2026 On Thursday 19 March 2026, the Provincial Grand Chapter of East Lancashire convened at the Toughsheet Stadium in Bolton for its annual meeting - an occasion...
Provincial Grand Chapter 2026 A Day of Ceremony, Reflection, and Progress: Provincial Grand Chapter 2026
On Thursday 19 March 2026, the Provincial Grand Chapter of East Lancashire convened at the Toughsheet Stadium in Bolton for its annual meeting - an occasion marked by rich tradition, meaningful reflection, and future direction. The meeting opened with the usual...
Palatine Chapter No. 2447 – Triple Exaltation at Salford Masonic Hall, Thursday 23rd April
Palatine Chapter No. 2447 is a Chapter with a distinctive purpose. Formed through the Universities Scheme and bringing together Companions from both East and West Lancashire, it was created to inspire, develop, and showcase Royal Arch Masonry at its very best. With a...
Trinity Lodge No 5651 Instalation Bro Revd David Penny
On Wednesday, 1st April 2026, Trinity Lodge No. 5651 welcomed the representative of the Provincial Grand Master, WBro. Nigel M. Johnson, PAGDC, to the lodge. Nigel is well known to the lodge not only for his role as Chairman of the Area Team but also for his...
Mossley Lodge No 6577 installation of Bro. Gregory John Brett
On Tuesday, 10th March, Mossley Lodge No 6577 met to install Bro. Gregory John Brett as Master of the Lodge. The Assistant Provincial Grand Master, WBro Wes Marchant, accompanied by a deputation of provincial officers, was admitted. The main focus of the evening was...