Jinx’d at Rochdale Masonic Hall 6/9/25
A New Chapter Begins | University Chapter Rededication at Bolton Masonic Hall
A momentous occasion in the life of East Lancashire Royal Arch Masonry is fast approaching, and all Companions are warmly invited to be a part of it. The Chapter of Hope No.54 has been repurposed as a University Chapter and has now moved to Bolton Masonic Hall. To...
ELLC Bicentenary Fun Day
https://ellc.uk/event/east-lancashire-bicentenary-ellc-family-fun-day/
Summer Social | Boltonian Lodge
Alan Starkie | Platinum Jubilee
On Wednesday 21st May, brethren gathered at Duke of Lancaster Lodge No.4207 in Rossendale Masonic Hall for a totally unique occasion: the Celebration of WBro William Alan Starkie’s Platinum Jubilee – marking 70 years in Freemasonry. The morning was made even more...
John Welsby | Golden Jubilee
On Thursday 15th May, the members of Anchor and Hope Lodge No.37 gathered at Bolton Masonic Hall to celebrate an extraordinary achievement - the 50th anniversary in Freemasonry of WBro John Welsby. The evening marked a significant moment in the life of the Lodge by...
Western Area Dinner
The Western Area Dinner returned with style, building on the success of last year’s inaugural event - and once again, it did not disappoint. Brethren from across the Area came together to enjoy an evening of fantastic food, excellent company, and a relaxed,...
Marathon Challenge | Andy Geelan
We are immensely proud to highlight the extraordinary achievement of Bro Andy Geelan, the newest member of Grants Lodge No.8825. Andy, a former soldier who sustained serious injuries while serving in Afghanistan, has demonstrated incredible resilience and...
The Willows Dementia Hub | Lodge Of St John
The Lodge of St John No.191 is proud to share the heartwarming conclusion to the Worshipful Master's year in office with a generous donation of £1,000 to The Willows Dementia Hub. The chosen charity of WBro Dave Noon, The Willows, provides vital support and care to...
Installation | East Lancashire Provincial Grand Stewards Lodge
On Monday 12th May, the East Lancashire Provincial Grand Stewards Lodge No.8404 held its annual Installation meeting at Manchester Hall, Bridge Street. The evening was a showcase of Masonic excellence and Provincial pride, drawing a notable and distinguished...
Installation | Old Boltonians Lodge
On Saturday 26th April, Old Boltonians Lodge No.5814 held its Installation meeting, marking the start of a new Masonic year with WBro Mike Riley being installed as Worshipful Master. This year’s ceremony was made all the more special by its setting – the Bolton School...
Installation | East Lancashire Uniformed Services Lodge
On Friday 16th May, the East Lancashire Uniformed Services Lodge No.8249 held its Installation meeting at Bury Masonic Hall, marking a very special occasion in the Lodge’s calendar. Although the outgoing Master, WBro Dominic Beaver, was sadly unable to attend, the...
Journey To The North | Bury Lodge Of Relief
On Wednesday 21st May, thirteen members of Bury Lodge of Relief No.42, including the Worshipful Master, his Wardens, and the Assistant Provincial Grand Master, Dr Simon Archer, travelled to the Northern Area to visit Brun Through Hurstwood Lodge No.5118 at Burnley...
The Lodge of St John 191 Golf Society
Did you know that the Lodge of St John No.191 in Bury has its own thriving Golf Society? Formed in 2007 by members of the Lodge who described themselves as golfers - or more accurately, social golfers - the 191 Golf Society was born out of a desire to foster...
A Rare Journey to Great Queen Street: East Lancashire Light Blue Masons Attend Lodge Sine Nomine No. 10,000
On a day marked by pride, unity, and brotherhood, Light Blue Masons from East Lancashire embarked on a truly memorable journey to the spiritual heart of English Freemasonry — Freemasons’ Hall, London. Their destination? A meeting of Lodge Sine Nomine No. 10,000, one...
Manchester to Blackpool Bike Ride!
On Sunday 13th July, Gary O’Neill, Stuart Taylor and Andrew O'Neill will be taking on the challenge of cycling from Manchester to Blackpool to raise money for the EL Festival 2026! Starting from The Lowry, Salford Quays, Manchester, and finishing at the South Pier,...















