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...
Personal 50th of EComp lan Warrington PProvGScN
On 12 May 2025 at Rochdale Masonic Hall the companions of Probity & Freedom Chapter 367 met to celebrate the fantastic milestone of Ian Warrington reaching 50 years in Royal Arch Freemasonry. In his first official visit as Assistant to Provincial Grand Principles...
Western Area APGP Appointment
The Province of East Lancashire is delighted to announce the appointment of EComp Stephen John Holland as Assistant to the Provincial Grand Principals (APGP) for the Western Area. This prestigious appointment was made at the Provincial Grand Chapter meeting on...
John Whitfield | Golden Jubilee
On Tuesday 29th April, St John’s Chapter No.348 was the setting for a memorable and heartfelt celebration, as EComp John Whitfield marked his Golden Jubilee in the Royal Arch. The ceremony was expertly led by EComp Stephen Holland, Assistant to the Provincial Grand...
Exaltation | Prince Edwin’s Chapter
On Tuesday 15th April, the companions of Prince Edwin’s Chapter No.128 were delighted to welcome Comp Michael Brown into the Royal Arch in a superb exaltation ceremony. The work of the evening was delivered by the three Principals, who conducted the ceremony with...
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.
Exaltation, Grand Patron & APGP Farewell | Derby Chapter
On Wednesday 12th March, Derby Chapter No.1055 welcomed Comp Glen Rosser on his exaltation into the Royal Arch. The evening was made even more special by the presence of the Assistant to the Provincial Grand Principals for the Western Area, EComp Peter Faulkner, who...
Closing | Kitchener Chapter
On Tuesday 4th February, companions gathered for a poignant evening as Kitchener Chapter No.3788 held its final meeting before closing. The Representative of the Most Excellent Grand Superintendent, EComp Doug Roberts, was in attendance to oversee proceedings. In a...
Installation | Prince Edwin Chapter
On Monday 17th February, companions of Prince Edwin Chapter No.128 gathered for the installation of EComp Stephen Chadwick as First Principal. The evening was made even more special by the presence of the Provincial Third Grand Principal, EComp David Hudson, who...
Tudor Chapter 277 – Installation at Rochdale Masonic Hall
On 17 February 2025 at Rochdale Masonic Hall, Tudor Chapter 277 held their installation of the Principle Elects. We welcomed the Representative of The Most Excellent Grand Superintendent for the Province of East Lancashire and then swiftly moved on to the business of...
Passing of the Veils Ceremony at Blair Chapter 815
The Passing of the Veils Ceremony, held at Blair Chapter 815 on January 27, 2025, was a captivating and deeply symbolic event. Hosted at the historic Hemsley House, the evening brought together companions from various chapters across the province, all eager to witness...
St Johns Chapter Banner Dedication
On the evening of the 30th of October, companions from across East Lancashire gathered at Salford Masonic Hall to be a part of a Banner Dedication, a ceremony that many will never have seen or witness again. Once the Companions were seated, The Three Principals, David...