For more than two decades the Salford District has held an annual ‘Children’s Christmas Party’, and this year was no exception – they get better every year.
Children of Freemasons, their family and friends came together on 17th December for an afternoon or raucous merriment and mirth; not unlike some ‘Festive Boards’. After a greeting from Santa’s Elves the children enjoyed the party – games, raffle, spot prizes and a disco kept everyone busy until the food arrived. After a bite to eat all gathered around the piano – to sing carols expertly accompanied by, Dr Shiela Mccorkindale, wife of Dr James Mccorkindale, of Excelsior Lodge, an accomplished Concert Pianist. Then the Big Man himself appeared, with a present for every child. An incredible day, starting the Christmas celebrations for many people.
A very special thank you to John Roberts and Norman Alexander, who do a fabulous job making the arrangements each Year.
![](https://www.pglel.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/john-roberts-576x1024.jpg)
Thank you to the staff who give up their time freely each year and thank you to Santa and his Elves for their massive contribution. Finally, a big thankyou to you, who all attended and made today possible. And thank you to everyone else for your attendance and contribution.
![](https://www.pglel.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/family-and-friends-4-1000x1024.jpg)
![](https://www.pglel.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/family-and-friends-3-1024x577.jpg)
![](https://www.pglel.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/salford_xmas_7-1024x575.jpg)
![](https://www.pglel.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/salford_xmas_4-1022x1024.jpg)
![](https://www.pglel.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/salford_xmas_3-576x1024.jpg)
![](https://www.pglel.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/salford_xmas_5-1024x575.jpg)
![](https://www.pglel.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/salford_xmas_2-1024x576.jpg)
![](https://www.pglel.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/salford_xmas_1-1024x575.jpg)
![](https://www.pglel.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/salford_xmas_6.jpg)