Charitable Support Across The Western Area
Freemasons across the Western Area have continued to support local charities and community organisations through a series of donations and visits. New Trinity Lodge presented a donation of £600 to Bolton Hospice, helping to support the vital care it provides to...
250 Years | Lodge Of Antiquity
On Saturday 4th July, the Lodge of Antiquity No.146 celebrated its Semiquincentenary with a special meeting at Bolton Masonic Hall, marking exactly 250 years since the Lodge was consecrated on the 4th July 1776. The Lodge was honoured by the attendance of the Right...
Eastern Area Support Springhill Hospice Summer Garden Celebrations
Members of the Eastern Area of the Province of East Lancashire Freemasons generously gave their time today to support the Springhill Hospice Summer Garden Celebrations. This helped to ensure the event ran smoothly for the many hundreds of visitors who attended...
Harvey Basger Celebrates 50 Years in Freemasonry
On Tuesday 16th June, brethren and distinguished guests from across the Province of East Lancashire and beyond gathered at Manchester Hall to celebrate a remarkable milestone as WBro Harvey Basger PJGD marked fifty years in Freemasonry at the Lodge of Integrity...
East Lancashire Level Club Volunteers Support Springhill Hospice Garden Project
Members of the East Lancashire Level Club, accompanied by their families, volunteered their time on Sunday 12 July 2026 to support the annual Summer Garden Project at Springhill Hospice. The day saw volunteers working alongside hospice staff to help maintain the...
Freemasons Step Up to Support Dr Kershaw’s Hospice Summer Fayre
On 12 July 2026, members of the Eastern Area once again demonstrated their commitment to serving the local community by volunteering their time at the annual Dr Kershaw's Hospice Summer Fayre. Throughout the day, Freemasons took responsibility for marshalling the...
A Celebration of Companionship – The 2026 Royal Arch Banquet
At 7pm on Saturday 13th June 2026, Companions and their wives/partners gathered at the Manchester Masonic Centre for the annual Royal Arch Banquet, bringing together members from across the Province for one of the highlights of the Royal Arch calendar. Following a...
Summer Party | Boltonian Lodge
This month, members of Boltonian Lodge No.3716 welcomed brethren, families, and friends to their annual Summer BBQ, enjoying a wonderful day of friendship, fellowship, and community spirit. Held in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, the event brought everyone...
Summer BBQ | Earl Of Lathom Lodge
This month, members of the Earl Of Lathom Lodge No.2560 once again came together for their annual Summer BBQ, enjoying an afternoon of friendship, good food, and excellent company. They were also joined by a number of members of Egerton Lodge 1392. The ever-popular...
A Family Legacy
Following his recent Golden Jubilee celebration at Prince Edwin's Lodge No.128, WBro Alan Bickerdike has proudly had his 50-Year Certificate professionally framed alongside the certificate awarded to his father on the occasion of his own Golden Jubilee. The display...
Taking The Leap For The Christie
Earlier this month, Holly and Joe completed a charity skydive in support of The Christie Charity, raising more than £3,000 for a cause that has had a profound impact on their lives. Joe previously received treatment for cancer at The Christie and is now thankfully...
Double Passing | Bury Lodge Of Relief
On Wednesday 13th May, the Bury Lodge Of Relief No.42 held a special meeting under dispensation to conduct a Double Passing Ceremony. The evening saw Bro Gary Blackburn and Bro Billy Towers passed to the Second Degree, marking the next step in their Masonic journeys....
Journey To The North | Bury Lodge Of Relief
On Wednesday 20th May, members of the Bury Lodge of Relief No.42 travelled to Burnley Masonic Hall to visit Brun Through Hurstwood Lodge No.5118, continuing a tradition that has quickly become a highlight of the Masonic calendar for both lodges. The relationship...
Installation | East Lancashire Uniformed Services Lodge
On Friday 15th May, the members of East Lancashire Uniformed Services Lodge No.8249 met at Bury Masonic Hall for their annual Installation meeting. The principal business of the evening was the installation of WBro Colin Barton into the Chair of King Solomon....
Celebration | New Trinity Lodge
On Friday 8th May, the brethren of New Trinity Lodge No.4595 were joined by officers of the Western Area at Bolton Masonic Hall to celebrate a special achievement of one of their own. The evening recognised the recent appointment of lodge member and Western Area...
Western Area Dinner
The Western Area Dinner once again proved to be a fantastic evening, as more than 100 brethren and guests gathered at Bolton Masonic Hall to enjoy one of the highlights of the Area calendar. The evening provided the perfect opportunity for members...