Bro Christopher Binns – Raising Ceremony – 12 February 2026
On 12 February 2026 the Eastern Area Team and several visitor attended Lodge of Probity & Freedom 367 for the raising of Bro Christopher Binns. With a very warm welcome from the lodge it was opened in due form and WM Bro Robert Jackson invited WBro John Binns into...
WBro Chis Sweetman – Installation – 24 January 2026
On Saturday 24 January 2026 WBro Chris Sweetman was installed into the chair of King Solomon for the 3rd time (previously 2002 and 2007). The installing Worshipful Master, WBro Cox completed the ceremony ably assisted by the brethren of Imperial George 78. The tools...
Lodge Of Union ELLC Team Visit
On Saturday 17th January, members of the ELLC team visited the Mother Lodge of one of their own. The Lodge Of Union No 268 meets at Albert House (Ashton Masonic Hall) in the Southern Area and is also the home of the Deputy Chairman of the ELLC, Brother Andy Robson....
SAVE THE DATE for the FESTIVAL FINALE
SAVE THE DATE for the FESTIVAL FINALE! Saturday 28th November 2026 The Point, at the prestigious Lancashire Cricket Club The Festival Finale is a closing celebration to highlight the profound impact of the collective efforts of East Lancashire Freemasons during...
The Rochdale Lodge 6721 Closure – 26 January 2026
On 26 January 2026 our Assistant Provincial Grand Master and a deputation from the Area Team had the solemn duty to visit The Rochdale Lodge 6721 for its final meeting. However, despite this being the final meeting, many brethren attended to support the lodge members....
Chris Bolton 50th Celebration
On Wednesday, 4th February, Trinity Lodge received the Assistant Provincial Grand Master, WBro Wesley Marchant, accompanied by a provincial delegation. Once he was in the chair, he invited WBro Barry Heal to deliver a personal tribute to WBro Chris Bolton on his 50th...
Eastern Area Quiz Qualifier – 6 February 2026
On Friday night brethren from across the area came to Rochdale Masonic Ballroom to enter the Eastern Area Quiz Qualifier. The winners and runners up progressing to represent our area in the Provincial Finals. 16 teams pitted their wits against each other, and our...
Charitable Support Across The Western Area
On 19th January, Vince Dover and George Johnson visited Fairfield Hospital’s Children’s Outpatient Department, delivering T.L.C. Bears to comfort young patients. They met Angela Neale and her team, who were thrilled with the donations and expressed their thanks for...
Walking For A Reason: A Remarkable Effort For Prostate Cancer Research
What began as a personal health challenge quickly became something far bigger. Earlier this year, Jeremy Aston committed to walking 60 miles during November in support of Prostate Cancer Research. Not a seasoned walker by his own admission, the challenge was initially...
Installation | Anchor And Hope Lodge
On Monday 12th January, Anchor and Hope Lodge No.37 held its installation meeting which proved to be a most enjoyable and well-supported occasion. The Installing Master, W.Bro Mark Sutherland, delivered a wonderful ceremony, ably assisted by a strong and committed...
Installation | Bury Lodge Of Relief
On Wednesday 21st January, nearly 90 brethren from across the Province gathered at Bury Masonic Hall for the annual Installation Meeting of the Bury Lodge of Relief No.42. The evening brought together members and visitors alike for what proved to be a truly memorable...
Transforming Care Through Technology: A Partnership with Lifelites
The announcement of a £50,000 grant to Lifelites marked more than a financial commitment – it was a powerful statement of belief in the life-changing potential of technology, compassion and community. The grant, made towards Lifelites’ partnerships with Francis House...
A diamond Jubilee for Bryan Tyrrell at 116
Bro White raised to Master Mason at Roclyffe Lodge 5198
Roclyffe Lodge No 5198 recently enjoyed a truly memorable evening, as Brethren gathered to witness the raising of Bro George White to the sublime degree of a Master Mason, a milestone made even more special by the strong sense of family, friendship, and fellowship...
60’s Night hosted by Lodge of Harmony 298
On a cold, blustery and very wet Friday evening, Eddie Matrix—hailing from Chorley, just up the M61—returned once again to perform at the Lodge of Harmony 298 charity fundraiser. He was joined by Julie A. Scott from Liverpool, made famous for her appearance on ITV’s...
£1,000 cheque presentation by Lodge of Harmony 298
Lodge of Harmony 298 are pictured presenting a cheque of £1,000 to Parkinson’s Rochdale. The amount was raised at their recent 60's Night and the presentation took place at Rochdale Golf Club, during the Parkinson’s Christmas Party. WBro Frank Durns and WBro Ed...