Wine and Cheese hosted by Naphtali Chapter 266
Passing Ceremony of Bro Mendoza
A big congratulations to Bro Jose Mendoza who has made excellent progress and has been passed to the degree of a Fellowcraft Freemason at the Lodge of Probity & Freedom 367 on 13 March 2025.
ELLC Airsoft Event
On 12 April 2025, the East Lancashire Level Club organised an Airsoft Target Competition at Wood-Sage Outdoor Education in Bacup. The weather was perfect and the day started with a safety briefing by Simon. After a practice shoot, the competition got underway with...
Ladies Spring Ball | Bury Masonic Hall
Charity Work | Bolton Adult Autism Support
WBro Phil Barnett, Immediate Past Master of Anchor and Hope Lodge No.37, recently presented a donation of £965 to Bolton Adult Autism Support. The funds were raised throughout his year in the Chair in support of his wife Jacqui’s chosen charity. Jacqui selected Bolton...
Initiation | Bury Lodge Of Relief
On Wednesday 19th March, Bury Lodge of Relief No.42 welcomed Bro Ashley Sewell as its newest member. The evening was made even more special by the presence of the Very Worshipful Deputy Provincial Grand Master and honorary member, John Griffin, who joined the Lodge to...
Ladies Evening hosted by Crompton Lodge 8879
Initiation at Lodge of Probity & Freedom 367
On 10 April 2025, at Lodge of Probity & Freedom 367, Mr Christopher Binns was initiated into the lodge with his father WBro John Binns as Acting WM for the ceremony. Welcome brother, and we hope you enjoy your journey.
Johnny’s Golden Gavel presented at Benevolence Chapter No 226
On Tuesday 8th April, Johnny's Golden Gavel was presented to the 1st Principal, John Kershaw of Benevolence Chapter No 226 for their £100 donation to ProvGCharityStwd John Taylor's Fundraiser to cycle an incredible 2,026 miles on his Wattbike to raise money for the EL...
Western Area Quiz Night | Bolton Masonic Hall
Join us for the Western Area Quiz Night at Bolton Masonic Hall on Tuesday, 22nd April. Enter a team of six from your Lodge, Chapter, or side degree - or combine with others if needed. Entry is £10 per person and a pie and peas supper is included. The winner and...
Traditional History | Tranquility With Hospitality Lodge
Tranquility With Hospitality Lodge No.274 recently marked a special occasion as two of its newest members, Bro Arthur Todd and Bro Jack Nightingale, received the Traditional History as part of their Masonic journey. This was expertly delivered by WBro Barry Howorth,...
Personal 50th – WBro Ian Clarke PProvGSwdB
On 3 April 2025, Royds Lodge 816 changed location of their meeting from Todmorden to Rochdale Masonic Hall to celebrate the milestone of WBro Ian Clarke PProvGSwdB reaching 50 years in Freemasonry. The lodge was opened in due form by WM Bro Wayne Pilkington and...
Grand Chapter Certificate Presentation for Comp Taylor
At the meeting of Tudor Chapter 277 on 14 April 2025, Companion Paul Taylor was presented with his Grand Chapter Certificate by our Eastern Royal Arch Area Officer, EComp Rob Whitlow.
Johnny’s Golden Gavel presented at Hope Chapter No 54
On Monday 7th April, ProvGCharityStwd John Taylor presented 'Johnny's Golden Gavel' to the outgoing 1st Principal, Dave Jones of Hope Chapter No 54 for their generous donation of £200 to his Festival Fundraiser. John set up his challenge to cycle an incredible 2,026...
Charity Work | Bolton Hospice
The commitment of Western Area Freemasons to charity was once again demonstrated as several Lodges came together to support Bolton Hospice with generous donations. Among the contributions was a large collection of children's toys, kindly donated by WBro David...
Initiation | Egerton Lodge
On Thursday 27th March, Egerton Lodge No.1392 initiated Bro Greg Walsh into Freemasonry, marking an important milestone in his journey. The ceremony was conducted by the Worshipful Master, WBro Michael Carroll, as well as officers and members of the lodge. Their work...