Son joins father at Cannon Lodge
We are somewhat late in sending our congratulations to the Hillstead family of Cannon Lodge No 1539. At their meeting of Wednesday 10th January 2024, held at Freemasons Hall, the Lodge had the pleasure of receiving their Metropolitan Grand Inspector, W Bro John Randall, and his accompanying Escorting Officer. This was an official visit and […]
London Based Charity Empowering Young People Through Sustainable Employment
Circle Collective, a pioneering charity based in Hackney, Lewisham, and Canary Wharf, is dedicated to helping young people overcome barriers to employment and find sustainable work. Through their innovative #BackYourFuture programme and three streetwear stores, Circle Collective has supported over 1,450 young people into permanent employment since 2021 and helped thousands more to become job […]
Bexley Mencap Expand Healthy Lifestyles Programme
Bexley Mencap is thrilled to announce the expansion of its highly impactful Healthy Lifestyles programme, which offers an inclusive range of weekly activities such as keep fit, tennis, gardening, football, and social clubs. These activities promote physical health, emotional well-being, and social inclusion for people with learning disabilities. The need for programmes like Healthy Lifestyles […]
Report: Metropolitan Grand Chapter meeting – Wednesday 2nd April 2025
The later start of the Metropolitan Grand Chapter meeting meant that those attending had a chance to meet up with friends and enjoy the bright sunny day which greeted them as they arrived at Freemasons’ Hall. Those who needed to collect new regalia had done so and the crimson and blue colours were resplendent as […]
Removing the Postcode Lottery for London Women Victims of Domestic Abuse with Help From London Freemasons
Woman's Trust is the leading specialist mental health charity helping women to overcome the trauma of domestic abuse, by providing free specialist counselling and mental health support in London. Our vision is a world where all women have the support and resources to address their trauma and stop it from damaging their futures. Our counselling […]
A Personal Reflection on The Connaught Club
Traditionally, these articles are filled with updates on recent and upcoming events. However, on this occasion, I hope you’ll indulge me in something more personal. For those unfamiliar, the Connaught Club is London’s home for young Freemasons under the age of 35. Since its founding in 2007, it has provided a space for young Masons […]
An Exaltation for Maguncor
Maguncor Chapter No 3806 met at Mark Masons Hall on the 12th March, welcoming Metropolitan Grand Inspector E Comp Tony Shepherd to conduct the Exaltation of Bro Jason Carr. E Comp Tony was escorted by Metropolitan Grand Steward, E Comp Frank Marke and a wonderful dinner was thoroughly enjoyed within the Hall. The Chapter, […]
Royal Arch Masonry Returns to Penge
Tony Shepherd writes… On 3rd February 2025, St Michael’s Chapter No 221 held an exceptional and auspicious convocation at the South East London Masonic Centre, SE20; when Royal Arch Masonry returned to the Centre with a high quality meeting which featured an excellent double Exaltation ceremony. Metropolitan Grand Inspector E Comp Robert Lakic […]
Macaulay Chapter: The London home for Royal Arch expertise
On 6th March 2025 at Freemasons Hall, Macaulay Chapter No 5010 received delivery of the Macaulay Exposition, ‘One Journey, One Organisation’ from Honorary Member and Deputy Metropolitan Grand Superintendent, E Comp The Revd Timothy L’Estrange. Earlier in the afternoon, E Comps Alan Taunton, Steve Brown and Paul Chakravarti were Installed as First, Second and Third Principals respectively. The […]
Springboard FutureChef Receives £10,000 from the London Freemasons
The Springboard Charity is dedicated to supporting young people in their journey towards fulfilling careers in the hospitality industry. Springboard focuses on empowering individuals through training, mentorship and opportunities that promote personal and professional growth. The £10,000 grant from the London Freemasons will support Springboard FutureChef, the charity’s flagship programme. It has been running for […]
Introducing – The London Grand Rank Association
On 26th February, I attended my first meeting of the London Grand Rank Association (LGRA). The LGRA is a social group for masons who have attained London Grand Rank or London Grand Chapter Rank. It meets four times a year at Freemasons Hall for Masonic addresses, discussions and questions with lectures on a number of […]
Beyond the Square – W Bro Keith Isaacs
In this edition of Beyond the Square we spoke to W Bro Keith Isaacs SLGR of Borough of Newham Lodge No 8627 about his work as Chairman of MCA Trust. MCA Trust is a dedicated charity for children with cancer, supporting local children and teenagers in Essex and East London through their childhood cancer journey. […]