Masonic Centres

Alford Masonic Centre

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Masonic Hall
Chapel Lane
Alford
LN13 9DP

CRAFT

Hamilton Lodge No. 1600
Second Monday October to May Inclusive. Installation March.

ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER

No Chapter meets at Alford

Lodge of Established Order No 9822

The Lodge of the Established Order is a lively and progressive lodge who meet in Barton upon Humber. We welcome good men from all walks of life who want to meet new people, contribute to the local community and learn about the traditions and mysteries of Freemasonry. In common with all Freemasons, we strive to live good lives and we share an enjoyment of Freemasonry and a unique bond of fellowship. Charity is also a core principle of Freemasonry and in recent years the lodge has supported the local Salvation Army, young carers, hospice, air ambulance and hedgehog rescue centre, to mention but a few.

We pride ourselves on being a proactive, innovative, and friendly lodge with around 45 members ranging in age from 20s to 80s. Our membership comes from all walks of life Including teaching, police and fire and ambulance services, armed forces, and local industries. Some of our members live in Barton but others come from further afield including the South, North, and East Yorkshire.

In Freemasonry we meet as equals and we welcome all eligible men irrespective of their occupation social status, faith ethnicity or sexual orientation. Freemasonry is not a religion although members are required to acknowledge a religious belief.

OUR HISTORY

In 2006 several local Freemasons began to pursue the idea of founding a Freemasons Lodge based upon persons who offered a service to the public. In 2007 the Lodge was formed. We welcome applications from all eligible men irrespective of their occupation.

OUR APPROACH

The Lodge of Established Order was conceived as a fun-loving lodge where members could relax and enjoy themselves at the end of the working week. We take an earnest approach to our Freemasonry, but we also have a reputation for not taking ourselves too seriously; a sense of humour is recommended! We are a diverse lodge with some masons who are very active and others who take their Freemasonry at a more leisurely pace.

WHAT DO WE DO?

Our Masonic year starts with the installation of the new Worshipful Master in November. Our meetings start at 6.30pm and usually finish by around 10pm. At our meetings we perform ceremonies which progress newer members into Masonry, and we also learn about Freemasonry and its philosophy. After the meeting the bar is open before we enjoy a dinner known as a Festive Board, where we relax and get to know each other and our guests. Members are encouraged to attend meetings, rehearsals and social events.

MEETINGS

4 meetings a year

1st Tuesday of March, June, September and November

6-30pm – 10pm (approx.

(5.30 pm start in November)

Masonic Hall, Brigg Road,

Barton upon Humber, DN18 5DH

Contact: secretaryleo9822@gmail.com

DRESS CODE

Dark lounge suit, white shirt and either Provincial, Lodge or Black tie and white shirt.

MEMBERSHIP FEES

Initiation fee: £120

Annual subscriptions: £100 Joining fee: £30

OTHER ACTIVITIES

We prepare for some of our meetings with a rehearsal which is often on a weekday evening during the week preceding the meeting.

Members are encouraged to visit other lodges and to invite other Masons as guests to lodge meetings. Visiting other lodges is considered one of the most enriching and enjoyable aspects of Freemasonry.

SOCIAL EVENTS

Friendship and family are important to us, and we arrange several social events each year. We also support events held by other lodges and the Province.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Our ideal candidate will share our masonic commitment to good citizenship but also contribute to our light-hearted approach to Freemasonry. It is important to us that candidates understand the time commitments and are happy to take an active part in the life of the lodge.

Franklin Lodge No. 898

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The Franklin Lodge was formed when certain Brethren met at the Peacock Hotel, Boston, to consider making an application for a new lodge, and the discussion naturally turned to the choice of a name. At that time the name of Sir John Franklin was news. In September 1859 the yacht ‘Fox’, which had been fitted out at Lady Franklin’s expense, returned to England bringing the mournful tidings of his death and the complete loss of the ‘Erebus’ and ‘Terror’ with their crews, but proving that he had indeed discovered the North-West Passage. Soon afterwards a statue was erected to his memory in his native Spilsby by public subscription. As our founders turned over the matter of a name, they decided that “instead of ransacking the calendar for ancient saints of more or less mythical history, to take the wiser course of looking around for some worthy of modern times”.

It seemed, that no name more suitable than that of a man of Sir John’s heroic devotion to duty could be chosen. The County connection, as well as his profession of seaman also recommended the name to them and so Franklin was decided upon. The petition was granted on 18th October 1860 and the warrant bore the number 1140. Two years later Grand Lodge filled up the numbers of many defunct lodges and our number then became 838. The first meeting of Franklin Lodge was held on Tuesday 18^th December 1860 at the Peacock Hotel, Boston, Lincolnshire. The Lodge continued to have it’s meetings at the Peacock Hotel until 26^th October 1905 when it moved to a new address on Boston High Street, with furniture for the new Lodge being donated by the occupants. The Lodge eventually moved to it’s present venue in 1955.

Notable members of Lodge included, John Oldrid, Tom Kitwood, Fred Peck and C F Parkinson to name a few whilst 14 have been honoured by being made Mayor of Boston dating back to 1898.

Our Lodge meets on the first Thursday of each month from October to May commencing at 6.30pm along with a rehearsal the preceding evening and also operates a Lodge of Improvement where members can go to practice ritual on the fourth Monday from September to April culminating in an annual festival at the April meeting. Following each full meeting and also the LOI annual Festival, we all retire for meal on the premises and a few drinks to enable us to catch up with other but refraining from any topics of a political or religious nature.

The key principles of Freemasonry are Friendship, Respect, Integrity and Service all run through activities of the Lodge. We are proud to support local worthy needs through our charitable giving throughout the year and also look out for our widows and fellow Brethren in times of need.

If you would like to have an initial chat about what Freemasonry and our Lodge has to offer please contact :-

Nigel Hamer, Lodge Secretary at NAHamer@btinternet.com or

Pete Booth, Membership Officer at Boothpk@aol.com

Hereward Lodge No. 1232

The Hereward Lodge, number 1232, is a long and established Masonic craft lodge having been consecrated in 1868 at the Angel Hotel, Bourne.

The founders of the lodge named the lodge after a respectable son of Bourne – Hereward the Wake – wake meaning watchful – and is recorded in the Domesday Book as holding lands in the parishes of Witham-on-the-Hill, Barholm and Stowe.

In its early years the lodge was known as a “moon lodge”, meaning that meetings took place on Wednesday, on or before the Full Moon, at 7pm in the evening, at the Angel Hotel. In those days there was no “e” in the spelling of Bourne.

In 1882 at a meeting, it was unanimously carried “that the day of meeting be altered from the Wednesday to the Friday on or before each full moon”. In 1938 at a building on Wherry’s Lane, the new Bourne Masonic Temple was consecrated. 1968 saw the Centenary meeting held at the County Secondary School Bourne. 1982 saw the formation of a second Craft Lodge in Bourne that shares the same premises. The Lodge of Aveland became our daughter lodge, number 9060. 2011 -Premises on Wherry’s Lane was sold and new property on Roman Bank acquired. This was consecrated in September 2011. 2018 – The Hereward Lodge celebrates its 150^th year anniversary.

Freemasonry is one of the world’s oldest and largest non-religious, non-political, fraternal, and charitable organisations. It teaches self-knowledge through participation in a progression of ceremonies. Members are expected to be of high moral standing and are encouraged to speak openly about Freemasonry.

Freemasonry instils in its members a moral and ethical approach to life: its values are based on integrity, kindness, honesty, and fairness. Members are urged to regard the interests of the family as paramount but, importantly, Freemasonry also teaches concern for people, care for the less fortunate and help for those in need.

The Hereward Lodge meets 8 times a year, from September to April (inclusive) on the 3^rd Friday of the month.

Meetings start at 6.30pm, and generally last about 1 ½ hours, and take place in a formal setting during which traditional Masonic ceremonies may be performed along with the administrative business of the Lodge. Afterwards we retire to dinner, known as the Festive Board, where we enjoy a 3-course meal, which currently costs between £13 and £15 along with a bar for drinks. The evening usually concludes by 10pm.

Hereward Freemasons are required to dress as follows, dark suit, black or Provincial tie, white collar and gloves, black shoes, and socks, and of course, our Masonic Regalia, which can be different depending on what stage of your Masonic Career you are at.

Rehearsals for Masonic ceremonies are held on the Friday before each meeting, and those members who are involved in the ceremony/meeting are encouraged to attend. New members are welcome to attend these rehearsals, and when they are ready, they are encouraged onto the masonic pathway, which is a structured progression, leading them to ultimately become the Master of the Lodge for a year. They will be supported at all stages as part of the Masonic Mentoring Programme.

To aid both new members and other longer serving members a “Lodge of Instruction” is held on the first Friday of the month. The intention here is to educate and enlighten in all aspects of Masonry, rituals, and protocols. This is very informal and as at the Rehearsal, the dress code is casual.

Charity is close to a Freemasons heart and money raised is donated to local charities/organisations as well as the Provincial Charity fund and to the national Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF) which makes sizeable donations to many worthy causes and in support of worldwide disasters. We support struggling families, people with learning difficulties, the elderly in society, we help the homeless, and we help hospitals fund research on degenerative diseases. Freemason’s donations are second only in size to those of the National Lottery.

On becoming a Freemason, you will soon be making new friendships with people having similar outlooks on life. We welcome men of all Faiths and Religions, people of integrity who desire the very best for each Freemason or complete stranger, making life fun and being worthwhile.

Above all, we enjoy our masonry and welcome good men from all backgrounds.

For more information contact

Ian Greenfield

07788 144537

iangreenfield@hotmail.com

The Lodge of Aveland No. 9060

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The Lodge of Aveland N° 9060 was consecrated on Saturday 12^th February 1983 at the Grammar School in South Road Bourne by the Provincial Grand Master at the time Rt W Bro G. M. Cooper. There were a total of 152 Freemasons present on the day.

The Lodge of Aveland was formed from 25 members of Hereward Lodge, as in the late 1970s it became clear that the membership and meeting attendance numbers at Hereward Lodge was making the Masonic Hall at the time uncomfortable and cramped.

So where does the name Aveland come from?

Aveland is a Wapentake of the Thirding (Riding) of Kesteven of Lincolnshire. It is Anglo Saxon in origin and extends from Osbournby in the North to Bourne in the South, Kirkby Underwood in the West to Sempringham in the East. A Wapentake is said to have derived from an ancient Anglo Saxon word meaning Weapon Touch – which was the custom of touching the local Lord’s sword blade as a token of fealty.

It is closely linked with the term Hundred which was an area that could provide a local Lord with 100 swords should they be needed for battle.

To indicate its Anglo Saxon origins our Lodge banner has an Anglo Saxon crown and sword on the badge and it is decorated with acorns and oak leaves – these being emblematic of the ancient woodland that used to cover this area.

The Lodge of Aveland meets eight times a year from October to May on the second Wednesday of the month except May which is the first Wednesday.

Our meetings start at 6.30pm and consist of around an hour and a half of ceremonies and formalities after which we can get a drink at our bar followed by a meal served by our caterers.

The Lodge is made up of members from all walks of life and backgrounds including shop owners, plasterers, accountants and mini bus drivers to name a few and of all ages young and old.

While we are serious when we need to be and pay great attention to detail, we are generally a fun and friendly lodge and enjoy our evenings in a very relaxed atmosphere. We are also a very progressive lodge and have embraced the use of social media including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to share our stories and information to the wider public and to members around the world.

The Lodge of Aveland also enjoys lots of social events throughout the year many of which are attended by family and friends of it’s members some examples of these are hog roasts, race nights, Christmas meal and black tie events.

For more information contact

Barry Harriman, Lodge Secretary

07798851911

barryharriman@outlook.com

Ancholme Lodge No. 1282

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The Ancholme Lodge of Freemasons was established in 1869, and moved to the current Masonic building in Carey Lane in October 1880. The Lodge building itself dates back to substantially earlier being previously owned by The Tadcaster Tower Brewery Company. This brings an old world charm to our meetings, however we are not rooted in the past, we see ourselves as a modern thinking Lodge, open to new ideas and welcoming to new members and visitors.

People join Freemasonry for many different reasons, and Freemasonry really does have something for everyone. The solid support that Freemasonry both gives and receives offers friendship, fun and a deep sense of purpose between members.

Charity is one of the Grand Principles upon which Freemasonry is founded, which provides an opportunity to help others in need in a variety of ways. Like all Lodges, we have been very generous over the years with fundraising and charitable giving.

The Ancholme Lodge is attended by members & visitors from a wide catchment area, not just Brigg and the surrounding villages, it also includes Market Rasen, Crowle, Scunthorpe and Barton upon Humber. We are a strong lodge with members of all ages from young working people right through to older retired people.

We meet on the Third Monday, October to May inclusive, with a start time of 6:30; a relatively late start time allowing working members & visitors to attend after work.

A typical Lodge evening consists of a formal ceremony (1.5-2 hours) followed by a very social dinner (1.5 hours) in our own, full of unique character, dining room, and the evening is over by 10:00pm.

The market town of Brigg was thriving in the 18th century, and the first attempt to start a Masonic Lodge, the Urania Lodge No. 510, was in 1792 at a time when George III was on the throne and William Pitt the Younger was Prime Minister. These were very uncertain times, and the Lodge did not flourish. A second attempt to start a lodge, this time called the Ancholme Lodge No. 785, was made in March 1847, but the Lodge only survived for 12 years, until 1859. The current Ancholme Lodge was formed 10 years later in 1869.

The Lodge met in Brigg Town Hall for 6 years until, on 7th January 1875, it received notice to leave the following morning. It must have been quite a panic looking for another venue at short notice; Foresters’ Hall (part of the Ancient Order of Foresters) was quickly identified, (recently more well known as Whelpton’s garage), before the move in 1880 to the Carey Lane building.

If you would like to hear more about Freemasonry, Ancholme Lodge No.1282, or are interested in becoming a Freemason please contact the Ancholme Lodge Secretary on ancholme1282@outlook.com

St Peter Lodge No. 7648

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St Peter Lodge 7648 is a vibrant and traditional Freemasons’ Lodge in the Province of Lincolnshire. Founded in 1959

We strive to maintain the values and standards of Freemasonry:

1. Integrity Freemasonry is a modern organisation that provides members with the tools to develop themselves as people of strong moral character and integrity.

2. Friendship Freemasonry is one of the oldest social organisations in the world that is open to people of all religions and political beliefs, and provides a platform for members to form lasting friendships.

3. Respect Freemasonry in the UK has over 150,000 members from diverse backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to bringing people together regardless of race, religion, or other differences.

4. Service Whether participating in events, fundraising for a charitable cause or volunteering for public or community organisations, service is at the very heart of Freemasonry. Our members make valuable contributions by donating time, resources and skills.

We enjoy a diverse membership, young and old. Our team of experienced oﬃcers encourages newer members to take an active part in our ritual and ceremonies and to progress in Freemasonry.

We encourage all our members to attend the regular Lodge meetings, if their situations allow. The Lodge Almoner is always aware of those who, for reasons of ill health or other matters, are unable to be with us.

There is also the St Peter Chapter 7648 for Masons who, having taken their third degree, are interested in progressing further to complete their masonic journey.

After payment of the initiation fee, the current annual subscription is £200.

Meetings

We meet eight times a year on the 4th Friday September, November, January, February, March April, and the 3rd Friday of October and May, at the Masonic Hall, 1 Kings Road, Cleethorpes. Meetings begin at 6.30pm except in May, when we start earlier for the Installation of a new Worshipful Master. There is a formal, but friendly, festive board in the dining room after each meeting.

Dress Code

The dress code is dark suit, white shirt, black, Provincial or UGLE tie, black shoes, white gloves and regalia.

Social Activity

Social activity generally includes a Ladies Evening in March, and occasional social functions for family and friends where all are welcome.

Ideal Candidate

Our ideal Candidate will share our Masonic commitment to good citizenship and take an active part in Lodge activities. A belief in a Supreme Being is essential.

We are actively recruiting new potential Candidates. Freemasonry is a very good investment in a member’s future and personal development. You will grow in confidence, begin to really understand yourself, your position, and the role that you could play in the world.

If you would like to make new like minded friends of all faiths, in one of the most vibrant Lodges in the area, where fun and friendship bring together men of integrity to build the character of their fellow men, please get in touch..

For further information please contact the Membership Officer, Craig Maurier on 07718 600655 or by Email: craig@maurier.co.uk

Lodge of Old Clee No. 8697

Held at the Masonic Hall, 1 Kings Road, Cleethorpes, on the Third Wednesday, September to April inclusive.

Warrant Dated, 11^th February 1976.

The Lodge of Old Clee is one of five lodges that meet at the Cleethorpes Masonic Hall, which is located adjacent to Cleethorpes Seafront, opposite the Leisure Centre. Our Lodge also borders a residential area, which places the Masonic Hall within easy reach of Freemasons, the general public and local residents, should they wish to hire the facilities, such as the Function Room, or to simply enjoy a meal.

With 30 subscribing members currently, we are a relatively small lodge compared to other lodges in the Province of Lincolnshire, therefor, we are actively recruiting new potential Candidates. After the initial joining fees, our annual subscription is currently £ 165.00. This is a very good investment in a member’s future and personal development. You will grow in confidence, begin to really understand yourself, your position and the role that you could play in the world.

Charity is a fundamental aspect of being a Freemason. Four guiding principles are adhered to, to help define our paths through life, these are, Integrity, Friendship, Respect & Charity. Through our voluntary donations, the Masonic Charitable Foundation ‘MCF’ , makes a far reaching impact, not just locally but across the United Kingdom, assisting struggling families, people with learning disabilities, older people in society, helping hospitals, combatting homelessness, helping to fund research on degenerative diseases and many more worthy charities. In fact, Freemasons donations are second only in size to The National Lottery.

Due to an influx of workers to The Humber Bank industries during the early 1970’s, established Freemasons lodges in Cleethorpes were experiencing long waiting list of up to five years. It was decided that a new Lodge was needed and Lord Worsely Lodge no. 3017 sponsored the formation of The Lodge of Old Clee no. 8697.

Formed on, 11^th February 1976, we are approaching our 50^th Anniversary, which is a great testament to our membership, past and present.

The Lodge of Old Clee also had the honour of laying the wreath on the 10^th of November 2019 for Remembrance Sunday on behalf of the Cleethorpes Freemasons.

Freemasons at our Lodge are required to dress as follows, Dark Suit, Black or Provincial Tie, White Collar and Gloves, Black Socks and Shoes and of course, our Masonic Regalia, which can be different depending on what stage of your Masonic Career you are at, at the time.

The facilities at the Cleethorpes Masonic Hall are of a high standard, having undergone recent refurbishment. With an access ramp and toilet for people with disabilities, a lift, large car park, bar and dining area for the Festive Board meal, which currently costs £ 14.50 for a 3 course meal, with tea or coffee served. Food is provided by, KingsHall@CleethorpesMasonic and can cater for approximately 90 Freemasons, visitors and other guests.

The Temple being situated on the 1^st floor and being of a comfortable size, this really is an ideal location for our Lodge meetings.

On the night of our Lodge meeting, we arrive from 17:30 onwards where we congregate in the lounge bar for refreshments, ready for our ceremony in the Temple, commencing at 18:30 prompt. Once all business is completed, we the gather once more in the lounge bar for further refreshments and then make our way into the dining area to sit down at our Festive Board meal.

Our membership is very diverse, with people from all walks of life, which in itself can be challenging to maintain continuity of structure within the workings of the lodge. We have however, been able to adapt over the years to the changing environment of the modern working Freemason and the Lodge of Old Clee has proved itself time and again that it is adaptable and flexible to those needs and requirements.

We as a Lodge nurture the Strengths and Attributes of our membership, we encourage but do not push the individual and all personal development takes place at a steady pace. As well as bringing brethren together during our ceremonies, we encourage this still further during our Festive Board meal and also outside of the Lodge, as we did in September 2019 when members, family and friends, all gathered at a local hotel for a great day of food, refreshments and the chance to meet people both old and new.

On becoming a Freemason, you will soon be making new friendships with people having similar outlooks on life. We welcome men of all Faiths and Religions, people of integrity who desire the very best for each Freemason or complete stranger, making life fun and being worthwhile, fun being at the very core of our lodge and Freemasonry as a whole, why else are we here after all ! .

We are as a Lodge successful, due to the quality of our membership and in taking Guidance and Leadership from The Provincial Grand Lodge of Lincolnshire and United Grand Lodge of England.

Doric Lodge No. 362

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The ‘Doric Lodge’ was consecrated (first established) on 3^rd January 1820 and is one of the oldest of the 74 lodges in the Province of Lincolnshire warranted by the United Grand Lodge of England.

The Doric Lodge meets eight times a year at the Masonic Hall, Chambers Street, Grantham NG31 8BL on the first Wednesday of every month from October to May, except for the 2^nd Tuesday in January.

We are a small friendly Lodge with a current membership of around thirty-five, with ages ranging from 30 to over 80 years. The lodge membership is drawn from many different backgrounds and welcomes members of different faiths, ages, and interests too. Prospective members will find themselves at home here whatever their background.

It is an important rule however, that matters of religion and politics should never be discussed at a masonic meeting.

The Annual Membership for the full 12 months (2021) is currently £170 payable on 1st January.

There is an initial joining fees will amount to a cost of £100 (as at 2021) plus a pro rata of the annual membership.

So, for example, if you joined the Lodge in say March, there are five meetings left of the eight in the year so the sub is 5/8’ths of £170 being £106.25. The total cheque we are looking for day 1 is therefore £100 plus £106.25 means you pay £206.25.

The Lodge normally commences at 6:15pm. At our meetings, which take place in a traditional, formal environment, we may perform a Masonic ceremony or listen to lectures as well as conduct the administrative business of the Lodge. We then retire to dinner, known as the Festive Board, where we enjoy a 3-course meal which currently costs between £12 and £14 along with a cash bar for drinks. The evening usually ends by about 10pm.

Rehearsals for ceremonies are held on the Monday evening before each meeting and those members who are involved in the meeting and/or ceremony are very much encouraged to attend. New members are included early on and most if they so wish would follow a well-structured progression which ultimately will lead them to become the Master of the lodge for a year.

Masonic Dress consists of a dark suit, white formal shirt with a black or Lincolnshire Freemasons tie and formal black shoes.

To aid both newly joined and other longer serving members can attend a Lodge of Instruction (LoI) which is held monthly from October to May and is intended to educate and enlighten members in all aspects of masonic history, procedures and protocols and to experience the various lodge officers’ positions within the lodge in a very relaxed and informal atmosphere. As at rehearsals the dress code is casual.

Experienced members are tasked with supporting new members through the established Mentoring Scheme.

Annually there is usually a formal dinner dance known as Ladies Night when wives, partners and guests are welcomed, hosted by the Master of the lodge. Members are encouraged to mix socially and support other lodges’ social events as well as those organised at a Provincial level.

The Grantham Masonic Curry Club, founded by DORIC members is a social gathering of mostly new and younger members as well as prospective members who meet informally every few weeks to enjoy a beer and a curry and to establish a close relationship across all of the Grantham lodges.

Charity is close to a Freemasons heart and money raised is donated to local charities, the Provincial Charity fund and to the national Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF) which makes impressive donations to many worthy causes and in support of worldwide disasters. We raise our charitable funds by an alms collection at each meeting, often by a raffle at the Festive Board but mostly by regular donations by standing order, gift aided where possible.

We offer encouragement and support to help our members develop in Freemasonry whilst fully respecting their family and working life commitments.

Above all, we enjoy our masonry and welcome good men from all backgrounds. Masonry is an enjoyable experience providing fellowship, camaraderie, and self-worth.

For further details, contact the Lodge Membership Officer: Chris Watkin, christopher@christopherwatkin.co.uk

William Peters Lodge No. 6761

What is Freemasonry?

Above all, Freemasonry is a Fraternity of like-minded individuals who, through associating with friends, family or acquaintances who are already Freemasons, have decided that Freemasonry is something that they would like to explore. Freemasonry is an eclectic mix of interesting individuals drawn from all walks of life, all with different life experiences, all are interesting in conversation and above all, are individuals with something to contribute to society

Multi-faith Religion:

We, as Freemasons are a ‘Broad Church’ (Quite Literally). We do not advocate any particular religion but expect that all Freemasons will have some belief system. Indeed, we have members from several religions and although outside the Lodge, discussions on any topic are frequently aired, within the Lodge, discussions of both religion and politics are not encouraged

Charity:

Freemasonry has always been associated with good causes. We do collect charitable monies on a continuous basis. Both at a national level as well as through the province and down to Lodge level. We donate to global causes such as disaster relief, medical aid to those in need and each year, we select local charities to benefit from cash raised

Non-discriminatory:

The essence of Freemasonry is that all are treated as equals, there is no discrimination within Freemasonry and non would ever be tolerated

Building confidence:

As Freemasons, we carry out ceremonies and all members will be encourage to participate at their own pace and ability. The writer has seen over decades of being in Freemasonry, the positive effect that participation within this organisation, has had on its members in terms of confidence as well as character building.

This, the William Peters Lodge in Particular:

One of four main Lodges in Grantham. Key Points of William Peters Lodge:

A society open to men of the age of twenty-one years or older
Our Masonic year starts in September with an Installation meeting. This meeting is essentially to install a new master for the ensuing year. Everyone has an opportunity of taking on this role if he so wishes, in accordance with their progression within the Lodge.Our main meetings are on the fourth Tuesday from September through to May @ 18:15 (approx. 2 hours)
The number of main meetings in a year: Eight with an additional meeting in December
Dress code for the main meetings: Dark Lounge suit, Black shoes, Black or Provincial tie and White Gloves
The meal at main meetings is usually a choice of two or three course, vegetarian meals are also available
We also have Lodge of Instruction (LoI) as well as Rehearsal meeting on the Tuesday prior to Main Meeting @ 18:15 (approx. 2 hours)
Number of LoI/Rehearsals: Eight with an additional meeting in November
Dress Code LoI/Rehearsal: Smart Casual
A good mix of people from all walks of life and backgrounds with varied life experiences. An interesting mix of people
A good social life where partners are encouraged to attend at a mixture of formal events such as Ladies Nights, where the ladies can dress up (or not according to their wish), as well as informal social events such as garden parties, bowling or whatever any member would like to organise. Lodge members, friends of members as well as those who are interested in Freemasonry but are not sure they should join, can also become members of the ‘Grantham Masonic Curry Club’. Hugely successful in holding social nights on roughly, a monthly basis where non-Masons can chat with Lodge members to find out more about what Freemasonry is and if it would suit them
Active within the local community. You will find that many Freemasons do take an active part in a variety of local interest groups

Lodge Expectations:

Regular attendance
Participation
Progression within the lodge
Keen to engage socially
Respect for fellow members and Freemasonry in general
Keen to promote charitable donations within the Lodge and Freemasonry in general. Charity forms a major part of Freemasonry. All donations are members’ own voluntary contributions

Some background history of William Peters Lodge

The William Peters Lodge was created in the name of the first Provincial Grand Master of Lincolnshire, namely the Rev William Peters who was also a Court Painter to nobility as well as a Clergyman

Although the Grand Lodge of Freemasonry has been in existence since 1717, it was based in London. Some seventy-five years later, it was decided that Lincolnshire should become a Province with its own Provincial Grand Master and the rev William Peters was installed in that position in 1792

It is also interesting to note that the first Provincial Grand Lodge was held at the George Inn, Grantham on Thursday, 21st June 1792

For further information about Freemasonry and how to join, contact:

William Peters Lodge Membership Officer

Matt Wainwright on sec6761@hotmail.com

Sir Isaac Newton Lodge No. 8103

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The original purpose of becoming a Freemason was to make better men out of good men; to take fathers, brothers and sons and to improve their moral and spiritual strength. Whilst the language may have changed over the subsequent 300 years this aim still sits firmly at the centre of freemasonry. At Sir Isaac Newton Lodge, we encompass this in all we do and strive to ensure it remains relevant in the 21^st century. We are fortunate to have a wide demographic within our numbers, which within any lodge makes for a more enjoyable experience. We have several members from the business community (working and retired) the armed forces and a wide range of professions. we have a great blend between young and old which sees the lodge harness the best every generation has to offer.

We welcome applications from men of all faiths, ethnicities and cultures who simply have a common belief in a supreme being and want to work as a team with other likeminded men. Differences existing in the outside world caused by religion and politics are left outside the door of the lodge which in these challenging times is welcomed by all as a break from what normally separates us.

We also have a lot of newly admitted members, and a young profile.

Each one of us in the Sir Isaac Newton Lodge strives to be the best we can, whether it is in the ritual we perform, raising money for great causes or supporting our fellow masons and society as a whole.

The lodge is unusual as the normal dress for meetings is a dinner suit with black tie making all meetings feel like a very special event.

The Sir Isaac Newton Lodge was consecrated 14^th May 1966 and is the youngest of the lodges that meet in the evening. It was the fourth and last of the evening meeting lodges to be consecrated at Grantham and has maintained that youthful enthusiasm. Named after the world-renowned scientist who as a young man attended the Kings school at Grantham, the banner of the lodge reflects one of his many history making scientific principles.

We are not the only lodge named after Sir Isaac Newton as there is a Cambridge University lodge for students and lecturers called the Isaac Newton lodge and visits have been made between the two. Visiting other lodges is strongly encouraged for the benefits it brings.

Meetings are held third Monday of each month between October and May with a start time of 6.15 pm. The meetings start with a business part and then usually conclude with a ceremony. In addition, a lodge of instruction (LOI) and ceremonial rehearsal is held during the Friday evening preceding the lodge meeting this is a casual dress meeting.

The Lodge has a very strong ethos of personal development and the lodge of instruction provides an excellent format in which members are encouraged to develop their presentational and ceremonial skills in a very relaxed and informal style. Members of other Lodges often chose to attend the Sir Isaac Newton LOI. The Lodge of Instruction and rehearsals are led by a very experienced mason who ensures everyone is welcomed, supported and encouraged, with teamwork at the heart of everything we do. A highlight of the year is always the LOI team who carry out a piece of masonic ritual during an additional meeting in April. We have a long and impressive record of providing directors of ceremonies for the province of Lincolnshire and a reputation for top quality ceremonies and personal development.

Lodge meetings always conclude with a few drinks and a meal in the excellent lodge meeting rooms at Grantham. Meals are usually two courses, with a salad option available. The May installation meeting is a grander affair with multiple courses! The lodge is enhanced by many regular visitors who enjoy what we have to offer and add to the fun and enjoyment of the evening.

The key principles of freemasonry of friendship, respect, integrity and charity run through all activities of the lodge. We are on all occasions warm and welcoming and our record on supporting charity is excellent. Many local charities have been supported as well as regional and national charities.

We hope you will appreciate what the Lodge has to offer.

If you would like an initial chat please don’t hesitate to get in touch with

Tony Goddard, Lodge Secretary sirisaacnewtonsec@ntlworld.com

Mike Armstrong, Membership Officer mikandra@tiscali.co.uk

Pelham Pillar Lodge No. 792

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We are a small lodge with members of all ages & from all walks of life. We offer a warm welcome to any new Brother and any visitors. Charitable giving is at our heart, and we support both local and national charities, we raise funds at every Lodge meeting and through various social events.

We welcome applications from all men who share our beliefs regardless of faith, culture or ethnicities

People join Freemasonry for different reasons and we help them to satisfy themselves that they will be happy with us and find what they are looking for. It may be about making new friends and acquaintances, giving and receiving the support of others, or about being able to help deserving causes, supporting a wide variety of Masonic and non-Masonic charities, and making a contribution to family and society. For most it is an enjoyable hobby for those who enjoy helping others, socializing with likeminded people in a friendly atmosphere and making lifelong friends.

Our history

There were two Masonic Lodges established in Grimsby for only a few years at the beginning of the 19^th Century, namely the Spurn and Humber Lodge No.61 from circa 1801 to 1823 and the Apollo Lodge No.510 and then No. 544 from circa 1810 to 1834. Each Lodge existed, it will be noticed, for only a little over twenty years and then was swallowed up in time.

The arrival of the railway in 1848 changed Grimsby’s fortunes and the commercial expansion of the town encouraging entrepreneurs to come over from Hull and settle in Grimsby to develop their business interests here. Some of these worthy men were Masons from the Masonic Lodges in Hull and particularly from the Humber and Minerva Lodges.

After a fallow period when Masonry appeared to be completely abandoned it was early in 1859 that there came on the scene a Sergeant in the Borough Police, Stephen Hardcastle, a Mason. He found the Town had no Masonic life in it but that there were Brethren about who had belonged to the earlier Lodges. After discussion with these Brethren the Pelham Pillar Lodge was formed on the 29^th September 1859^.

‘Pelham Pillar Lodge’, a name taken, from the pillar erected to commemorate the planting of over twelve million trees on the estate in 1849 by the family of Lord Yarborough, the noble Provincial Grand Master for Lincolnshire in 1859

From that time on, for the last one hundred and sixty years the Pelham Pillar Lodge has met on the first Thursday of the month between November and May and also meet on the 29^th September, the anniversary date of the founding of the Lodge, a meeting when the ensuing Master and Treasurer are elected to be installed at the Lodge meeting in November.

All Lodge meetings are accompanied by a meal afterward

Pelham Pillar Lodge is the Mother Lodge of the area and all other local Lodges formed from it.

Our Mother Lodge is the Humber Lodge in Hull where we traditionally visit every May

If you would like to know about our history, our Lodge or Freemasonry in general, and meet likeminded people please contact me at

neilahardy1@sky.com

Neil Hardy

Lodge Secretary

Pelham Pillar Lodge

St Albans Lodge No. 1294

Great Company, Great Night, Grimsby’s Fine Dining Lodge’

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Formed in November 1870 and named after the Duke of St Albans who was then the Provincial Grand Master (PGM) of Lincolnshire, St Albans Lodge is the second oldest lodge in Grimsby.

A number of subsequent PGMs of Lincolnshire have been members of our Lodge.

St Albans is the smallest lodge in the Grimsby & Cleethorpes area offering a warm welcome to all irrespective of whether you’re a potential new Mason wanting to join the Lodge or a Masonic visitor from another Lodge anywhere in the UK or an overseas Lodge recognised by the United Grand Lodge of England.

Our Meetings

We meet on the third Wednesday of the month from October through to April inclusive and also on the 24^th June which is St John the Baptist feast day. Meetings are held at the Masonic Hall (also known as The Pelham Suite) on Cambridge Road, Grimsby. We start at 6:30pm and the evening consists of two parts.

The first part of the evening involves our Masonic ceremonies (did you know there’s more than one type of ‘funny handshake’?) followed by the second part which is a meal referred to by Masons as ‘the festive board’.

St Albans is widely recognised as the ‘fine dining Lodge.’ Being the smallest lodge, our festive boards have more of a dinner party atmosphere about them. Our meals also tend to be different from other lodges in the area. As a consequence our meal cost is around £25-30 without drinks. If you enjoy eating coquille st Jacques, pheasant, beef wellington, goose, crème brûlée or posset then you really should choose St Albans as the lodge to join in the Grimsby and Cleethorpes area.

Your Masonic Journey in St Albans Lodge

There are three stages to becoming a ‘fully qualified” Mason starting at Entered Apprentice progressing to Fellow Craft and finally a Master Mason. Each of these steps has its own exclusive ceremony. Lodge members take part in these ceremonies in order to make it a special evening for the person (referred to as the ‘Candidate’) who is going through the three stages of becoming a fully qualified Master Mason. Participants in these ceremonies will, like actors in a play, have had to learn their lines. Once you become a Master Mason you too will be encouraged to participate in the ceremonies.

St Albans, like every other lodge, has a number of Officers starting as a Steward and progressing all the way up to the Master of the Lodge. All members are encouraged to ‘join the ladder’ which means becoming a steward and progressing up through the various offices until finally ending up as Master of the Lodge. It’s a bit like starting on the shop floor and progressing up to Managing Director except that in the Lodge you usually move up one place every year so that every member has the opportunity to become Master of the Lodge.

Cost

The current annual membership fee (2023) is £250.00 and is due at the beginning of January. Additional one-time costs will be detailed during the application process.

Why Join St Albans

We believe our members are living embodiments of the four pillars that underpin masonry in general, namely Friendship, Respect, Integrity and Service. One of the best rewards of Freemasonry is the friends you make across all ages, people who you’d never meet in any other way, because your paths simply wouldn’t cross. Freemasonry is a great boost to mental well-being. It also boosts self-confidence and self-worth, both of which can be of great benefit in professional life. Additionally, resources or time in service to others has been proven to have positive health benefits, like lowering blood pressure. Who knew?!

What you get out of Freemasonry is about how much you put in which is governed by other demands on your time from family, work and anything else you’re involved in.

As previously mentioned we enjoy our food so, if you’re interested in becoming a Mason and share the same general values mentioned above as well as enjoying good food, then come and join us.

Next Steps

For general enquiries about Freemasonry and/or joining St Albans Lodge, contact us using the details below:

John Broughton Mike Evans

Lodge Membership Officer Lodge Secretary

john@vixmonk.co.uk mgevans1@icloud.com

Symth Lodge No. 2284

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If you are looking to join a Masonic Lodge in the Grimsby / Cleethorpes area, then maybe you would like to consider the Smyth Lodge. (known as the Mighty Smyth Lodge)

We are a very friendly Lodge based at the Pelham Suite in Grimsby. The Smyth Lodge itself was formed (consecrated) in November 1888.

We meet at the Masonic Hall (The Pelham Suite) on Cambridge Road, Grimsby on the 2^nd Wednesday in the months of September to April commencing normally at 6:30pm. We have a meal (Festive Board) after each meeting and the evening is usually concluded by approx. 10:30pm. The Lodge part of the evening is a formal event, then we break to go to the bar and then to the Festive Board, which are the social elements of the evening.

There are 8 different Lodges that meet at the Pelham Suite at different times during the year, and 5 Lodges that meet at the Cleethorpes centre. There is an excellent friendship between all Lodges and a lot of visiting of each other’s Lodge takes place during the year.

Charity is the key focus of Masonry and regular giving is key to what we do, but only what you can afford.

We welcome applications from men of all faiths, ethnicities and cultures who simply have a common belief in a supreme being and want to work and socialise as a group with other like-minded men.

Dress code is a dark suit, white shirt, dark tie and socks and black shoes. White gloves are also worn during our ceremonies in the Masonic temple. On our night of Installation which is once a year in November we wear Dinner Suites (Black Tie) as a special occasion as we install a new Master and his officers on that event.

At the present time (2025) the yearly membership subscription payable on the 1^st of January is £260.00. There is also other one-off fee payable when you join, and this will be explained on application. This will now include the joining fee for Royal Arch whenever you decide to join it.

All new members are fundamentally expected to through their initiation and the second and third degree ceremonies. Then you are encouraged to think about your progress or what you would like to do in the Lodge, making sure it is what you want to do and would find enjoyable and interesting. Possibilities are progressing through the roles to become Master of the Lodge, doing some floor work, taking other roles such as treasurer or secretary. Also progressing to Royal Arch chapter to complete your Masonic journey. All of these will become a lot clearer as to what they are and what you might like to do as you attend.

One of the most important aspects for our members is the social events which we have. These include a Ladies or Partners Night, which can be either formal or informal, and other casual ‘get togethers’ throughout the year.

Smyth Lodge also has social get togethers, approximately monthly, for any member that wishes to attend. Basically this is where we solve World problems & sometimes talk about Masonry. Mostly this is for a drink but occasionally it involves a meal.

Also we are famous for our “Smyth Lodge on Tour” where various Masons visit other Lodges, either supporting the existing W. Master, the Rough Ashlar group or just a visit to a Lodge that is of interest to various people. All of these are totally optional with no pressure to attend, but are great fun plus develop your Masonic knowledge as well.

If you think Freemasonry might be something you would like and would consider joining the Smyth Lodge then ring or email on either of the below numbers to learn more about how to join us.

David Brason. Barry Kendall
Membership Officer. Secretary

07852 900151 07941679476

david@tayloraitken.co.uk smythlodgesecretary2284@gmail.com

Astral Lodge No. 3841

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Our warrant was issued on the 8th of February 1918, so as a Lodge we are over 100 years old and are proud to be built from the foundations of a strong local military history. We enjoy a membership of varied ages, ranging from 18 years of age to members in their 90’s, meaning we have a plethora of interesting people to meet and become friends with. At Astral Lodge we pride ourselves on being Lincolnshire’s happiest and friendliest Lodge, maybe this is because we meet on a Friday night.

Our meetings are held at the Grimsby Masonic Hall, Cambridge Road, Grimsby, and we meet on the third Friday (September to April inclusive), our meetings normally start at 6.30pm.

Each evening is split into two halves, the first half is taken up with Lodge business and ceremonies whilst the second half is the social side with drinks and a meal, when there is an opportunity to meet other Lodge members and their visitor friends from other Lodges, our evenings normally end at about 10.30pm.

Being a member of Astral Lodge, you will be able to enjoy our various social events from Ladies Nights to BBQ’s, trips, Christmas Dinners, and Dining nights, where we can meet up with family and friends.

We are proud to have people joining us from all walks of life, of all ages, religions, race, or position in society. Astral Lodge is a respected and a very happy and social lodge whose members support and care for each other and for their families alike.

The advantages of Astral Lodge:

• Happy.

• Welcoming.

• Supportive.

• Active within the community.

• Social activities (including partners).

• Disciplined but very friendly.

• Men aged 18 years to 90+ represented.

• Membership professions range from Engineers, Civil Servants, Hospitality, Retirees, and we are very proud to boast many military veterans within our ranks.

• Opportunities to meet people.

• Guidance and support for new members.

• We meet on a Friday evening (3rd Friday of September to April inclusive).

Expectations for all members:

• Regular attendance (within your family and work constraints).

• Participation within the Lodge.

• Keen to engage socially.

• Keen to promote charitable donations within the Lodge and masonry in general.

• Respect for brethren and masonry in general.

• Members are expected to wear a dark suit, white shirt, black or Craft tie and black shoes at all meetings.

Astral Lodge Values & characteristics:

• Multi-faith.

• Charity.

• Kindness.

• Mutual respect and affection.

• Stewardship.

• Fellowship.

• Integrity.

• Honesty.

• Fairness.

• Tolerance.

• Sense of fulfilment.

• Pride in masonry and our lodge.

• Non-discriminatory.

• Continuously improving.

• Helping to build trust.

• Building confidence.

If you think Freemasonry, and in particular membership of the Astral Lodge is for you then I would be delighted to hear from you, give me a call or drop me an email to learn more about how to join us.

Nigel Hollington

Astral Lodge No 3841 Membership Officer.

Email: nhollington@yahoo.co.uk

Mob: 07971 843390

Lord Heneage Lodge No. 5979

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If you are looking to join a Masonic Lodge where you are certain of a warm and friendly welcome, then the Lord Heneage Lodge could be the one for you.

We are a small, friendly Lodge with charitable giving at our heart. Our membership is made up of men whose ages range from early twenties to over eighty years, and are from a wide variety of professions and vocations. Our members interests are many and include walking, cycling, golf, bird watching and shooting. Some of these are used to raise money for the charities we support.

We welcome applications from men of all faiths, ethnicities and cultures who simply have a common belief in a supreme being and want to work and socialise as a team with other like minded men. Religion and Politics are not discussed at lodge meetings and our focus is on the harmony of the Lodge and enjoyment by its members and visitors.

The Lord Heneage Lodge was formed (consecrated) on 31st October 1944 and was named after the Rt. Hon. Lord George Heneage O.B.E., who became the first Worshipful Master of the Lodge and was at the same time the Provincial Grand Master for the Masonic Province of Lincolnshire.

Although this was one of the darkest periods in British history, Freemasonry in Grimsby was growing, clearly highlighting that Freemasonry continued to be able to do its valuable work in the local and wider community. We are proud that we still maintain that achievement today.

We meet at the Masonic Hall (Pelham Suite) on Cambridge Road, Grimsby on the fourth Friday in the months of September to April commencing at 6:30pm. We have a meal after each meeting and the evening is usually concluded by 10:30pm.

Dress code is a dark suit, white shirt, dark tie and socks and black shoes. White gloves are also worn during our ceremonies in the Masonic temple.

At the present time the yearly membership subscription payable on the 1^st of January is £190.00. There are also other one off fees payable when you join, and these are explained on application.

All new members are encouraged to progress through the various Offices of the Lodge with the goal of becoming the Worshipful Master, a position held for one year.

One of the most important aspects for our members is the social events which we have. These include a Ladies or Partners Night, which can be either formal or informal, and other casual ‘get togethers’ throughout the year.

If you think Freemasonry, and in particular membership of the Lord Heneage Lodge is for you then give me a call on either of the below numbers to learn more about how to join us.

Andy Downes.
Membership Officer.
01472 319257
07977 208378
andydownes@hotmail.co.uk

Excalibur Lodge No. 2959

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“Excalibur” Lodge, named after the celebrated sword of King Arthur, and immortalised by Alfred Lord Tennyson in the Idylls of the King, was chosen by the Lodge founders for three reasons.

Firstly – As a mark of respect to Alfred Lord Tennyson, thus showing an appreciation of the spirit of his work.

Secondly – As a commemoration of the relief of the City of Lincoln, by King Arthur, when besieged by the Saxons under Cedric in the year 520 A.D.

Thirdly – As an ideal. By regarding that magical sword in the hands of the great King, the hilt and scabbard sparkling with jewels of purity and virtue, the cross guards fashioned into serpents, ancient emblems of wisdom, the blade, keen to destroy evil, succour the distressed and to defend the brotherhood. Finally returning radiant with light to the waters whence it sprang, as a noble symbol of the intellectual purpose of life.

The seal of the Lodge shows the scene of the return of Excalibur to the Lady of the Lake, framed in a design of a Celtic spiral ornament which is copied from the boss of a Celtic shield found in the River Witham near Washingborough, along with a sword of similar pattern, and a fine Viking sword, probably all being relics of the Saxo-British fight; this is charged upon the circle of the Sun and Moon and Blazing Star.

The motto “Vigilando Vinces“ in 5^th century script, may be freely translated “By watchfulness thou shalt prevail”, and is derived from the last command of King Arthur to Sir Bedevire “Watch”.

Excalibur Lodge was formed from eighteen members of Witham Lodge No. 297, and one member of St Hugh Lodge No. 1386. The consecration ceremony took place on 5^th May 1903, In the beginning, Excalibur Lodge was given the nickname of the ‘Farmers’ Lodge owing to the number of brethren living outside the City boundaries. Helped by a very convenient Great Eastern Railway service from Sleaford to Lincoln, which provided transport for many Freemasons from the villages along that line. Excalibur Lodge has evolved to include members from all walks of life.

A position Freemasonry still supports today. It is open to men from all backgrounds, faiths, ages and races, allowing them to meet as equals.

Excalibur Lodge meets 8 times a year on the 3^rd Saturday of the month at 6:15pm from September to April inclusive, at the Lincoln Masonic Centre, 116, Nettleham Road, Lincoln. LN2 1RR.

The social side of Freemasonry is well supported by our members and quite apart from the eight Masonic meetings each year, Excalibur Lodge has a full social programme, to which partners and friends are invited. We hold a Burns Supper, a Ladies Night, Quiz nights, a Garden Party, a Ladies Dining in Night, Race nights and meals out. All of which are fun filled and enjoyable occasions, which help us to raise monies to support our chosen charities.

For more information contact:
W. Bro. Dave Wicks.
Excalibur Lodge Membership Officer.
Tel 07847 461089 or 01777 870455

Email wicks.david@hotmail.co.uk

Hermes Lodge No. 6861

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You can find Hermes Lodge 6861 at the new Masonic Centre Bolingbroke Road Louth along with its Mother Lodge Lindsey 712, Hermes Lodge meets on the third Monday of the month from September to May inclusive. This new centre is on the industrial estate on the North side of the town the local incumbents are mostly commercial with no residents to disturb. There is adequate parking both at the centre and on the surrounding roads.

It’s been a long wait for the Masonic centre to open and Hermes has been lodging at the Alford Masonic Centre and we are eternally grateful for their hospitality.

Lindsey Lodge the only lodge in Louth in those times was getting too large to facilitate reasonable promotion through its ranks, so it was decided to form a new lodge and so Hermes was planned.

The Lodge was consecrated in May 1949 just four years after the end of the war. There were still a lot of servicemen mostly RAF who remained in Lincolnshire many of them setting down roots in Louth and the surrounding area.

Since those early days the membership has been a little more diverse, with Police Officers both serving and retired, members of the building trade and of course a sprinkling of Farmers and even the odd sailor.

The moto on the scroll under the lodge insignia is Custodia, Scientia, Benovelentia. And can be translated as such Custodia Safekeeping, Scientia Knowledge and Benovelentia Goodwill.

Masonically: The Safekeeping of morality, A thirst for Knowledge, Goodwill being the essence of a mason.

At this point in time the membership of Hermes Lodge numbers 52 subscribing members and 2 honorary members which puts it as a medium sized lodge, the average age of the Lodge is 64 and is well represented across the age groups.

The annual cost of membership is £156.00 with meals and wine extra.

Along with other masonic Lodges Charity is the Raison d être of Hermes Lodge and to that end several activities are held Lock-down permitting.

Events are held throughout the year with the aim to be raising money to support worthy causes, such as Curry Nights, Last Night of the Proms and we are looking forward to holding a summer fayre once the Masonic centre is completed.

Standards are maintained with a strict dress code of White Shirt Dark or Mourning Suit Black tie and Black Shoes. Members are encouraged to maintain those high standards outside as well as inside the Lodge, and to be an upstanding member of the community.

The Lodge opens at 6.30pm on the third Monday between the months of September to May except for the October meeting when the new Master is installed for that meeting the time will be advised.

You will find Hermes Lodge 6861 a very friendly place to visit and we enjoy meeting new faces where you will receive a warm welcome.

Freemasons who wish to visit contact the lodge secretary Geoff Tuckett hermes6861@gmail.com

For more information about Hermes Lodge 6861 or Freemasonry in general I would be more than happy to help.

Ken Rose

Hermes Lodge Membership Officer

6861memberofficer@gmail.com

Bayons Lodge No. 1286

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Welcome to Bayons Lodge, we are the only Lodge established at Market Rasen and our membership is drawn from a large geographical footprint where our Masonic neighbours are at Brigg and Grimsby in the North, Louth to our East, Horncastle and Lincoln to our South and Gainsborough to our West.

Bayons Lodge was initially formed in 1834 though it folded in 1851. It was re-formed in 1869 as Lodge No. 1286 and has continued to prosper to this day, celebrating its 150^th anniversary in 2019. The Lodge is very proud of its history and traditions and possesses a very unique Register chronicling the history of its early members. The Lodge was named after Bayons Manor, Tealby, the seat of the then Provincial Grand Master, the Rt. Hon Charles Tennyson D’Eyncourt, a member of the Lodge.

The Lodge meets nine times per year, it is one of two Lunar Lodges in the province where we meet on the Monday on or before the full moon from October to June each year, this tradition having been kept from the times pre-dating street lighting when Masons would travel to the meetings and would use the light of the moon to see their way.

We meet at the Masonic Hall in Market Rasen commencing at 6:30pm, the meetings usually last about 2 hours followed by a meal in a relaxed yet semi formal atmosphere with formal toasts and cheery responses.

Bayons is a happy and welcoming Lodge with a large membership of over 70 members all from a very wide range of backgrounds. There isn’t a typical member’s profile, like all Freemasons our members are adult men of good character with a religious belief in a supreme being, (no religion is barred). The organisation however is neither religious nor is it political, it is a fraternal charitable body and all like-minded applicants are welcome.

Masonry of course has a firm history of ritualistic learning meant to increase the knowledge and self-worth of its members. Charity is at the heart of what we do, this includes supporting local organisations, as well as National & International causes via The Masonic Charitable Foundation.

Although the Lodge is very proud of its traditions it is also forward thinking and utilises social media to maintain links with its members ensuring everyone is involved and engaged. This allows all members to feel they are an integral part of our fraternity irrespective of length of membership.

At Bayons Lodge we recognise that a Freemason’s duty is first and foremost to his own family. As well as our regular formal meetings we hold many social functions where lasting family friendships are often made.

If you would be interested in joining Bayons Lodge, please make contact via the Provincial Website; our Lodge Secretary, Mentor or Membership Officer* will be pleased to process your application.

The Bayons Lodge is committed to supporting the Province of Lincolnshire and the United Grand Lodge of England in moving forward with Freemasonry in the 21^st Century.

W. Bro. N. A. Barnes.

Bayons Lodge Membership Officer. Tel: 07960986221

nath@nb-building.co.uk

St Clement Lodge No 4300

The St Clement Lodge No 4300 meets at the Skegness Masonic Centre on Holly Road, Skegness, at 6.15 pm every first Wednesday of each month from October through to May, commonly known as the “Masonic Season”.

The Masonic Centre is approximately six years old and was purpose built to house the Skegness Freemasons Lodges. It has disabled access and toilet facilities and is a single storey building. Its dedicated car park with reserved disabled spaces makes it accessible to all.

The St Clement Lodge is over one hundred years old having just recently received its Centenary Certificate from the United Grand Lodge Of England, acknowledging a century of Masonry attached to our Lodge.

The membership is largely made up of local members of a wide age, and background range. We have amongst our membership local businessmen, tradesmen, retired and current police officers and many more besides.

The members also have varied interests and pastimes outside of Masonry. These include a number of Golfers, Anglers, Motorcycle Riders and Cyclists. Opportunity to share these activities with other Masons is provided for by events organised by the Lincolnshire Provincial Grand Lodge, which all our members are able to participate in.

It can fairly be described as a traditional Lodge however things are underway to embrace some of the more modern features of Freemasonry including the use of social media and including spouses, partners and friends to participate in social activities linked to the Lodge. We now, more than ever, are willing to discuss our membership and what Freemasonry means to ourselves and others. Amongst other things this is in an effort to dispel some of the mystery and myths surrounding the whole of Freemasonry.

Traditions of Freemasonry in general and more specifically the St Clement Lodge are upheld in both the formal ceremonial side of our Lodge meetings as well as at the meal or “Festive Board” which follows, where the members all sit together and enjoy a great meal which is extremely good value for the relatively low cost. There is also the chance to relax and socialise in our purpose-built lounge bar area which opens from the completion of the formal ceremony in the Lodge room until the last members leave after our meal.

Charity and Charitable giving is a bedrock of Freemasonry and St Clement Lodge does everything it can to help provide relief and support to a wide range of charitable causes both locally and further afield.

We would be pleased to welcome new members from all backgrounds to our Lodge and will ensure they are provided with support and understanding as they join, then become more involved in our fraternity. We know it can be daunting at first, but members are allowed to progress in their Masonic career at their own pace and be as involved in the “business” of the Lodge as much as they feel comfortable doing.

For further information please contact Andy Wardell the Lodge Membership Officer on 07809428444 or andywardell@btinternet.com

St Botolph’s Lodge No. 588

St Botolph’s Lodge No 588 was founded in Boston and was named after the revered Benedictine Monk, St Botolph – Patron Saint of Travellers – who was granted land for a monastery on the site of Boston (Botolph’s Town).

In 1851 Boston already had a well-established and popular Lodge – the Lodge of Harmony. It is perhaps not surprising therefore, that soon after its formation, St Botolph’s Lodge seemed to get into difficulties with membership. An application was made to the Grand Master to transfer the Warrant of the Lodge to the Bristol Arms Hotel in Sleaford (now Bristol Arcade).

After the final meeting in Boston on 21 October 1856, the Lodge moved to Sleaford and membership steadily grew – often with several candidates being initiated on an evening. The Lodge was established as a ‘Town’ Lodge, welcoming new members whatever their background or profession.

This has continued throughout the years and the Lodge boasts an extremely healthy membership of all ages and professions; it is currently over 70 members. The Lodge meets at the Freemasons Hall Watergate Sleaford NG34 7PG , on the second Thursday of each month (with the exceptions of June, July and August) Apart from the January Installation meeting, regular meetings start at 6.30pm and are usually concluded by 10.00pm. Our meetings are well attended, efficient and conducted in a warm, friendly manner with a high standard of ritual. The members enjoy working together and we encourage all our members to take part in our meetings. We are committed to sharing out the work and supporting our new members in learning and development of Freemasonry. The Lodge has a well-established mentoring programme to assist members understand and enjoy their Freemasonry.

The Lodge provides the secretariat for the Goodwill Lodge of Instruction No 588 where members can increase their understanding of Freemasonry. After every meeting there is a meal or festive board which has a very convivial and lively atmosphere. The Lodge has an enviable reputation for its festive boards – especially at Christmas – and always welcomes lots of visitors from different Lodges. As Patron Saint of Travellers, St Botolph would approve of the way the Lodge looks after its visitors who travel long distances to attend its meetings. The Lodge is also committed to “family first” holding several social events during the year.

The Lodge, throughout its history has been committed to charity. Each year the Lodge supports local charities, as well as supporting both the Freemasons Charitable Foundation and the Province of Lincolnshire charitable projects. During the Covid-19 Pandemic the Lodge has supported meals for vulnerable people and the Scrubs for Scrubs campaign.

The Lodge is a thriving lodge with a wide age range. Its members hail from all walks of society Its cultural backgrounds diverse professions. The ideal candidate will enjoy life, have a sense of humour, and have charitable aspirations. He will be willing and able to attend the meetings of the Lodge and afford the membership fee and contribute to charitable giving if possible.

Prospective members should be 21 or over – there is a growing number of younger members joining the lodge. Members are expected to wear a dark suit, white shirt, black or Craft tie and black shoes at all meetings. Members consider the Lodge to be a valuable and enjoyable part of their leisure time.

If you would be interested in joining St. Botolph’s Lodge please contact our Membership Officer. Email: stbotolphs.membership@sleafordfreemasons.co.uk

St Godric Lodge No 7517

St. Godric Lodge was consecrated on 3rd October 1957 due to the high popularity of Freemasonry in Spalding, which demanded a second Masonic Lodge. Since then, St. Godric has thrived due to our fun, relaxed atmosphere, our commitment to first-class ritual and vibrant Festive Board.

Godric of Finchale was an Anglo-Saxon man, born in Norfolk around 1065 A.D. He lived a life as a merchant, pilgrim, adventurous sailor and hymn-writer. Eventually he settled in Finchale, County Durham and lived as a hermit for the final 60 years of his life.

What made Godric special, aside from his wisdom and piety, was that his contemporaries described him as an excellent listener, a sympathetic man who cared dearly for the troubles of others, who was intensely kind to the world around him, and protected the forest that he inhabited.

St. Godric Lodge is steeped in these values; our members look out for one another and nurtures an environment of Masonic brotherhood that takes pride in the local community.

Our care in the local community comes in the form of financial aid to local charities; such as housing associations, specialist schools and community gardens; as well as voluntary work at the vaccination hubs during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Meetings are generally held on the first Monday of the month between October and May, at a time usually convenient for the working individual. These meetings normally include a ritual designed to provoke thought and self-reflection in a uniquely ‘masonic’ way. We also include updates on the wellbeing of our fellow brothers, our charitable impact and upcoming social events. Our Festive Board (or meal) follows each meeting as an opportunity to have some hearty food, speeches and gentle encouragement for further charitable fundraising.

Our Lodge Mentor is always on hand to help junior Brethren understand and integrate into Masonry, and our active Lodge of Instruction has always been a great way for those members to practice ritual and learn more about how and why we do things the way we do in a relaxed and casual environment.

Freemasonry is open to all men above 18 years old, with a belief in a Supreme Being (of any kind), a good moral code and a desire to be the best version of themselves. It is built on a foundation of brotherly love and support, relief from the pressures of modern life and truth in self-reflection; nurturing values in charity, being humble, self-enrichment and contentment in one’s self.

The St. Godric Lodge membership consists of a wide range of ages and professions, drawn into Masonry for a variety of reasons. Some are drawn by the history and mystery of the organisation, others by our community and charity work, and many enjoy making friends and widening their social circle.

If our Lodge sounds like it might be for you, feel free to email our Membership Officer, Richard Skells at Richardskells@gmail.com

Welland Lodge No. 9556

Freemasonry is open to all men regardless of faith, ethnicity and culture who believe in a supreme being and seek to become a better person. Members find in a lodge and the wider fraternity friendship, moral guidance, and support. Having evolved from the guilds of stonemasons in the Middle Ages masonry has a long tradition which makes a pleasant change from the modern world.

Welland Lodge was consecrated on Saturday 29^th October 1994 and is the youngest lodge in Spalding. However, between 1816 and 1838 a Lodge with the same name met in the Talbot Inn, Bridge Street, Spalding. When you look at our emblem you will see the Phoenix, and this represents our Lodge rising from the ashes of the original Welland Lodge.

At Welland Lodge we have a good mix of members of different ages and walks of life. We are unique in Lincolnshire in that we follow Taylor’s ritual which is more commonly found in London lodges. It is most noticeable by its unique floor work and its language. The ritual tells a story in a somewhat dramatic form and it is a pleasure to learn, perform and watch. At Welland we pride ourselves in being inclusive and encouraging any member who wants to take part in ceremonies to do so. Taking part, gives our members a sense of teamwork, enjoyment, and a sense of achievement. Plenty of support and encouragement is given by fellow members to everyone who steps forward to have a go. If you enjoy amateur dramatics or similar activities for pleasure then Freemasonry could be what you are looking for, and you will receive personal satisfaction and enjoyment for a pastime well done.

We have six meeting per year between October and May. (They are held on the 4^th Wednesday in January, February, April and October, the 3^rd Wednesday in May and the 1^st Wednesday in December). Meetings are held in the evening and are followed by a good three course meal and good conversation. Charity is a key principle of Freemasonry, we support both local and national charities.

To support our members learn ritual we have an active Lodge of Instruction which is usually held on the first Wednesday of every month from October through to May. Here our experienced Masons support newer members to learn the craft and gain enjoyment out of taking part.

Welland Lodge is a friendly and welcoming lodge. Being small everyone gets to know everyone and there is plenty of opportunity to get involved.

If you would like to learn more, please get in touch with David Carter at carter257@btinternet.com

Eccles Lodge No. 8632

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Eccles Lodge, No 8632, is a Masonic Lodge in the Province of Lincolnshire which was formed in 1973 and warranted in 1974 by The United Grand Lodge of England.

Our membership varies in age from 21 years onwards. We come from a diverse professional and cultural background and we promote various hobbies, including sporting, cultural and social activities, to name a few. We enjoy working together to deliver ritual and ceremonies to the best of our abilities, which makes for very special evenings for candidates, members and visitors alike.

The Lodge meets at The Spilsby Masonic Centre, Halton Road, Spilsby, eight times a year on the second Tuesday from October to May, commencing at 6.30 pm.

Our dress code is dark morning suit, black tie, black socks and black shoes.

As most organisations of similar function and purpose, Masonry has an annual fee of £110.

We presently have 54 subscribing members with an average turnout of 69 %, not including our many visitors from other lodges around the United Kingdom and worldwide; which is testament to the friendly and supportive style of our Lodge meetings and concluding with a convivial evening meal, comprising of a main course and desert, at a cost of £11.

The Lodge values each member’s support at any level. This could take the form of being very involved in the ceremonies and rituals, being more administratively orientated or by simply suggesting and helping to arrange social events. We acknowledge that each member has different amounts of time that they can make available to Freemasonry and we try our best to ensure that all members are warmly welcome at all times.

However, every brother is afforded the opportunity to become better at what they enjoy doing and indeed those things that they find a challenge. All brethren are treated equally, encouraged and supported to attain inner enlightenment through personal growth and development; and to embrace the way in which masonic education adds value and meaning to our lives.

Eccles Lodge organize a number of social events each year. These are varied to accommodate the profile of members that we have. There is always something for everyone to attend. Our social events welcome not just our members but also our friends and their families to come and take part in what is rapidly becoming our unofficial motto, “Enjoyment, friendship and fellowship”.

Each year we collect and donate to various charity organisations locally and around the Province.

We hope you have found the above profile helpful. If you have any question or if Freemasonry is of further interest to you; then you can email our secretary, Mark Brown at spilsby8632@gmail.com who will be most delighted to assist you further.

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