Lancashire/England – Open Day at Freemasons Masonic Hall
(by editorial board, Stafford Borough Council, 24st January 2026) Explore Our Masonic Heritage in Stafford by joining us for […]
West Lancashire/England – Freemasons signs Armed Forces Covenant
(by Zach Harrison, The Bolton News, January 29, 2025) A local organisation has made a pledge to support the […]
Lancashire/England – Freemason’s South Fylde Group’s Charitable Community Engagement
(by John Topping, The Gazette, 14th Jan 2025) Help where it matters most – at the heart of our […]
Lancashire/England – New Temple Mark masonic lodge members thanked for donation
(by Shuiab Khan, Lancashire Telegraph, 24th November 2024) A masonic lodge has donated £200 towards the Rosemere Cancer Foundation. […]
Lancashire/England – Local art group moves into new home at Masonic lodge building
(by Jeff Barron, Lancaster Eagle-Gazette, 8th June 2024) Rise Up Arts Alliance now has a new home. It recently […]
West Lancashire/England – A New Specialist Country Pursuits Lodge
(by John Topping, The Gazette, 23rd February 2024) Sam’s Place, on Church Street, Blackpool supports children and young adults […]
PGL East Lancashire – Freemasonry Matters
- Rochdale Freemasons raise money for borough’s youngsters to complete bronze Duke of Edinburgh award August 8, 2021Rochdale Freemasons raise money for borough's youngsters to complete bronze Duke of Edinburgh awardA Brother
- Freemasons adventure weekend raises £7000 for St Ann’s Hospice June 11, 2021Freemasons adventure weekend raises £7000 for St Ann's HospiceA Brother
- Freemasons help Rochdale Soup Kitchen deliver over 1000 meals to vulnerable families each week June 18, 2020Former Woman of Rochdale, Marilyn Jones, who started the soup kitchen in 2013 from the back of a car with Vida Slater, said: “We are really pleased to have this support, and we can’t thank the Freemasons enough for everything they’ve done for us thus far. For the past few years, we have had a […]A Brother
- Thousands of free lockdown meals delivered through Bury Freemason’s initiative June 4, 2020Thousands of free lockdown meals delivered through Bury Freemason's initiativeA Brother
- East Lancashire Hospice received £3.4k grant for essential patient communications – East Lancashire Freemasons June 2, 2020The East Ribble District Charity Steward Malcolm Roe, recently submitted an application for £3400 towards supporting a technology need at East Lancashire Hospice from the newly formed Regional Communications Groups. These Masonic Groups are leading the response to COVID-19 on behalf of United Grand Lodge of England and the Masonic Charitable Foundation. The Provinces that […]
- Burnley and Pendle District Freemasons £750 boost towards free meal service May 31, 2020A Burnley pub praised for its over 70s free meal service has been given a £750 donation.A Brother
- Farnworth Scout group receive grant for proper heating from Freemasons May 19, 2020Mr Savage said: "The new heaters we now have installed mean that our facilities are much nicer for the children and they can focus on their activities to obtain their badges and #skillsforlife.A Brother
- Freemasons donate to Rochdale foodbank May 11, 2020After an initiative introduced last year by district charity steward John Taylor, members were encouraged to donate either food or financial support for the local foodbank: each item was measured with an overall target of reaching one mile – Miles More Food from The Freemasons.A Brother
- East Lancashire Freemasons boost for St Ann’s Hospice March 12, 2020East Lancashire Freemasons boost for St Ann's HospiceA Brother
- Masonic Charity helps Greater Manchester Scouts prepare for World Jamboree May 1, 2019Masonic Charity helps Greater Manchester Scouts prepare for World JamboreeA Brother
- Freemasons Help Red Lane Primary School with £4000 Donation January 24, 2019ELMC Helps Red Lane Primary SchoolA Brother
- Springhill Hospice receive a cheque from the Freemasons Charitable Foundation January 7, 2019The Rochdale District Charity Steward John Taylor, together with District Chairmen Doug Smith presented a cheque for £1,584 to Springhill’s Hospice...Peter Bibby
- Freemasons make Donation to the Salvation Army December 27, 2018Burnley and Pendle District Charity Steward, Mark Barlow presents Major Carole Ainsworth with the donated food Food to the value of £250 was delivered to...Gerry Russell
- Grand Lodge of Spain comes to Manchester’s Caledonian Lodge No 204 December 20, 2018Caledonian Lodge No 204 hosted a very special Spanish themed event on Wednesday 14 November 2018, at Manchester Masonic Hall. One might have been mistaken...Gerry Russell
- Supporting St Nicholas’ Church in Sabden December 18, 2018Back in 1846 St Nicholas’ Church in Sabden was financed by Le Gendre Nicholas Starkie who was a Member of Parliament and a prominent Freemason, who...Steve Crowther
- Freemasons donate to Local Football Club November 4, 2018On Saturday 20th October, the Rochdale District Charity Steward WBro Kenny Greer was delighted to present a cheque for £600.00 on behalf of the ELMC to...Peter Bibby
- Freemasons provide Marshalling for Accrington 10k Run October 29, 2018On a brisk October Sunday morning. 16 East Ribble District Freemasons with some of their wives and 3 Blood Bikes assembled at 8.30am at the Walton Arms...Steve Crowther
- Freemasons grant of £800 to help Ashton Scout attend World Scout Jamboree October 12, 2018Here is another wonderful picture. It shows Molly receiving a cheque for £800.00, here being presented by Stuart Tennant on behalf of the ELMC Grant...Peter Bibby
- Freemasons donate £600 to Dragon Martial Arts Centre October 3, 2018Dragons Martial Arts Centre is a not for profit, Community Sports Club. They were originally located at Ray Mill in Stalybridge, one of those old mill...Gerry Russell
- Freemasons make a donation to Blackburn Foodbank September 25, 2018Blackburn Foodbank is part of a network of nearly 430 foodbanks that are operated by the Trussell Trust. The aim of the foodbank is to prevent food...Steve Crowther
The Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire Website
- A Celebration of Companionship – The 2026 Royal Arch Banquet July 10, 2026At 7pm on Saturday 13th June 2026, Companions and their wives/partners gathered at the Manchester Masonic Centre for the annual Royal Arch Banquet, bringing together members from across the Province […]Benjamin Thomas Davies
- Summer Party | Boltonian Lodge July 8, 2026This month, members of Boltonian Lodge No.3716 welcomed brethren, families, and friends to their annual Summer BBQ, enjoying a wonderful day of friendship, fellowship, and community spirit. Held in a […]Adam James Cooper
- Summer BBQ | Earl Of Lathom Lodge July 8, 2026This month, members of the Earl Of Lathom Lodge No.2560 once again came together for their annual Summer BBQ, enjoying an afternoon of friendship, good food, and excellent company. They […]Adam James Cooper
- A Family Legacy July 8, 2026Following his recent Golden Jubilee celebration at Prince Edwin’s Lodge No.128, WBro Alan Bickerdike has proudly had his 50-Year Certificate professionally framed alongside the certificate awarded to his father on […]Adam James Cooper
- Taking The Leap For The Christie July 8, 2026Earlier this month, Holly and Joe completed a charity skydive in support of The Christie Charity, raising more than £3,000 for a cause that has had a profound impact on […]Adam James Cooper
- Double Passing | Bury Lodge Of Relief July 8, 2026On Wednesday 13th May, the Bury Lodge Of Relief No.42 held a special meeting under dispensation to conduct a Double Passing Ceremony. The evening saw Bro Gary Blackburn and Bro […]Adam James Cooper
- Journey To The North | Bury Lodge Of Relief July 8, 2026On Wednesday 20th May, members of the Bury Lodge of Relief No.42 travelled to Burnley Masonic Hall to visit Brun Through Hurstwood Lodge No.5118, continuing a tradition that has quickly […]Adam James Cooper
- Installation | East Lancashire Uniformed Services Lodge July 8, 2026On Friday 15th May, the members of East Lancashire Uniformed Services Lodge No.8249 met at Bury Masonic Hall for their annual Installation meeting. The principal business of the evening was […]Adam James Cooper
- Celebration | New Trinity Lodge July 8, 2026On Friday 8th May, the brethren of New Trinity Lodge No.4595 were joined by officers of the Western Area at Bolton Masonic Hall to celebrate a special achievement of one […]Adam James Cooper
- Western Area Dinner July 8, 2026The Western Area Dinner once again proved to be a fantastic evening, as more than 100 brethren and guests gathered at Bolton Masonic Hall to enjoy one of the highlights […]Adam James Cooper
PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE OF EAST LANCASHIRE
Provincial Grand Master
Sir David Trippier, RD, DL
Provincial Grand Secretary
Martin P. Roche
Address
The Provincial Secretariat
Rossendale Masonic Hall
Ashday Lea
Haslingden Road
Rawtenstall
Rossendale
BB4 6QX
Tel: 01706 833170



















