Grand Patron | Knowsley Lodge
On Wednesday 24th September, the brethren of Knowsley Lodge No.4661 welcomed The Assistant Provincial Grand Master and Honorary Member of the Lodge, Dr Simon Archer. WBro Archer was delighted to join the brethren for this special occasion and had the honour of...
Western Area Bicentennial Banquet
On Saturday 20th September, Bury Masonic Hall played host to the Western Area Bicentennial Banquet, celebrating 200 years of the Province of East Lancashire. Guests enjoyed a superb four-course dinner, followed by evening entertainment from a talented singer, making...
Visit From The Provincial Grand Master | Lodge Of Tranquillity With Hospitality
On Monday 1st September, the Brethren of the Lodge Of Tranquillity With Hospitality were treated to an unforgettable evening when the Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master, Robert Ian Frankl, made a surprise visit to witness the presentation of the Grand Lodge...
University Chapter Repurposing | Chapter Of Hope
A New Era Begins! – On Wednesday 3rd September, the Companions of East Lancashire gathered at Bolton Masonic Hall for a truly momentous occasion: the repurposing of the Chapter Of Hope No.54 as a University Chapter under the Supreme Grand Chapter’s Universities...
Western Area ELLC | Rammy Mile Pub Crawl!
On Saturday 30th August, brethren from across the Western Area came together for the ELLC Pub Crawl – affectionately known as the Rammy Mile. The event saw a fantastic turnout, with plenty of laughter, friendship, and good cheer as Masons and friends enjoyed a lively...
Charity Work | 16th Bolton Scout Group
On Friday 18th July, the Area Charity Steward, Vince Dover, and Frank Brown, Charity Steward of New Trinity Lodge No.4595, visited the 16th Bolton Scout Group, who recently received a grant from the East Lancashire Masonic Charity. The grant will support the group’s...
Summer BBQ | Earl Of Lathom Lodge
On Saturday 21st June, the Earl Of Lathom Lodge No.2560 held its annual Summer BBQ at Holcombe Tennis Club. The event was well-attended, with over 80 brethren, friends, and family members enjoying the festivities. The weather remained favourable throughout the day,...
Charity Work | Bury Hospice
In June, on behalf of the Western Area, our Area Charity Steward - Vince Dover - donated over 70 teddies to support bereaved children at Bury Hospice. These comforting soft toys will be included in welcome bags and gifted to children attending the Sunflower Group —...
June Quarterly Communication | United Grand Lodge
On Wednesday 11th June, the Quarterly Communication of the United Grand Lodge of England took place at Freemasons’ Hall, London, and was well attended by brethren from across the Constitution — including a contingent from the Western Area. The Right Worshipful...
Discover the Royal Arch – A Red Table Event in Rochdale
On 22 September 2025, brethren from across the Eastern Area – and even beyond – gathered at Rochdale Masonic Hall for a truly special occasion: a Royal Arch Red Table event. For those unfamiliar, the Royal Arch is often described as the completion of pure Antient...
Bro Bidemi Ashiru – Passing Ceremony at Imperial George Lodge 78
On 25 September 2025, at Imperial George Lodge 78, Bro Ashiru was passed to the 2nd degree in a wonderful ceremony. WBro Gordon Cox opened the lodge and began the ceremony and then WBro John Nesbitt took the chair of King Solomon. Bro Ashiru responded to the necessary...
ELLC assisting @ Springhill Hospice Winter Garden Project
Fantastic Morning out with ELLC volunteering for the winter garden project at Rochdale’s Springhill Hospice 🪴 💪 Great to see Brethren and their families showing up to give there time to help Michelle the head gardener to bring the vision to life for those being...
Exaltation of Bro Feeney – 15 September 2025
On 15 September 2025, Bro Stephen Feeney was exalted into Tudor Chapter 277 in an excellent ceremony worked by EComp Peter Rhodes. Bro Feeney conducted himself in exemplary fashion and thoroughly enjoyed the evening. Joining the Royal Arch is the natural progression...
Dormer St Margarets Lodge Presents…Boarshurst Silver Brass Band Concert & Christmas Lunch
🎄 Boarshurst Silver Brass Band Concert & Christmas Lunch 📅 Date: Sunday 7 December 2025 🕛 Time: 12 noon 📍 Venue: Salford Masonic Hall Get into the festive spirit with this much-loved annual event at Salford Masonic Hall. The Boarshurst Silver Brass Band from...
Salford Scouting Lodge – 21 October 2025
Kindred Lodges Association There will be an open meeting at Hemsley House on October 21st at 7.30pm.for all those who are interested in joining a lodge with a difference. This will be an open meeting to chat about the look and feel of the proposed lodge and to discuss...
