Festival Flyer on the East Lancs Railway Raises Over 1,000 for the East Lancashire 2026 Festival
In a fabulous event that showcases camaraderie and charitable efforts, Masons and their friends came together on Saturday, September 30th, for an exquisite Dining with Distinction evening aboard the East Lancs Railway. The purpose of this gathering was to support the...
Encore Lodge Rededication
On the evening of the 18th of October 2023, members from across the Province gathered at Salford Masonic Hall for the rededication of Encore Lodge 7252 Encore Lodge has been founded as a special-interest lodge, that special interest being the performing arts. It has...
East Lancashire Masonic Golf Society AGM
On 6th October the East Lancashire Masonic Golf Society held their annual general meeting. The event was well attended and trophies were presented by the society chairman Gerry Hodson to competition winning members. Gerry presenting Gary Clarke with the Arthur Axford...
Cornucopia Lodge 4553 Celebrates 100 years
In the heart of Manchester, nestled amidst the bustling streets and towering buildings, lies a hidden gem of history and tradition, Manchester Hall, the meeting place for Freemasonry in Manchester. Within that hall was where the Cornucopia Lodge Number 4553 amongst...
The 1723 Constitutions: A Journey through Freemasonry’s History and Legacy
Introduction: The year 2023 marks the Tercentenary of the publication of the Constitutions of the Freemasons in London in 1723, commonly known as Anderson’s Constitutions. This document, authored by James Anderson, played a pivotal role in shaping Modern Freemasonry...
Red Rose Joint Convocation
Red Rose Chapter held the regular October Convocation in a unique style. Firstly, the Chapter was honoured by a visit from the Most Excellent Grand Superintendent, EComp Robert Frankl, together with the Second and Third Grand Principals, EComps Paul Bowen and David...
Lodge Of United Companions 6895
On Thursday 2 October 2023 the Eastern Area APGM, Peter Rhodes was accompanied by a delegation of the Eastern Area Team to Lodge Of United Companions 6895. On this occasion the visit was a more sombre affair. After 74 years the lodge was to meet for the final time. In...
DANCESYNDROME UK DONATION
DanceSyndrome UK, a Youth Dance Company in which both non disabled and disabled young people co-work and participate in weekly dance activities exploring contemporary dance technique, developing creativity and performance skills. The charity applied to the ELMC for a...
Eastern Area Visit hosted by Rochdale District Installed Masters Lodge 9211
Tonight the Worshipful Master and Brethren of Rochdale District Installed Masters Lodge 9211 welcomed the Eastern Area Team to their October meeting. During the meeting the brethren were delighted to hear a talk from our very own Eastern Area Chairman, WBro Dr Andrew...
Neuro Kinetics Club Recognised
Harris Frazer, the founder of Manchester based Neuro Kinetics Club, which received funding from The East Lancashire Masonic Charity earlier in the year has been recognised by the Prime Ministers office' UK Points of Light scheme. 'UK Points of Light are outstanding...
Paletine Lodge 2447 celebrate 130 years
Earlier this week, the Eastern Area Team was honoured to visit Paletine Lodge 2447 for their celebration of 130 years. The meeting was called off for a short time so the brethren could join their wives and families for refreshments, before returning to the lodge room...
East Lancashire Royal Arch Officers attend Provincial Grand Chapter of West Lancashire
On Wednesday 27th September 2023, the Dep Grand Superintendant, Harvey Basger, 3rd Provincial Grand Principal, David Hudson and Assistants to the Provincial Grand Principals, Peter Dowthwaite and Steve Boyle attended the meeting of West Lancashire's Provincial Grand...
Burns Night – 27th January 2024
Join Roclyffe Lodge at Bacup Masonic Hall for Burns Night. A great evening of Friendship and jolly making to be had!
Talking Heads Presentation @ Keystone Lodge 363
On Thursday this week, Keystone Lodge 363 hosted a presentation featuring the Royal Arch. The Talking Heads team presented a play which describes the ceremony of exhalation, why the Royal Arch is important and the jewel that companions wear in craft lodges. The...
Special Lecture by Dr Robert Lomas
Join us for this special event. Why is the Royal Arch relevant?
Why is the Royal Arch Relevant to you? – A lecture
Dear Sir and Brother, Let me introduce myself. I’m Pete Maguire, one of the City East Royal Arch Area Officers (RAAO). This means it is my job to encourage Craft Masons who are not yet Royal Arch Masons to consider if they would benefit from taking this beautiful...