A lifetime of friendship, commitment and service was celebrated on Wednesday 16th September 2026, when the Provincial Grand Master, accompanied by a Provincial delegation, visited the Lodge of W.Bro. Peter Hugh Adamson to mark his 50 years in Mark Masonry.

The occasion provided an opportunity to look back over Peter’s life and Masonic achievements, before a particularly special moment: his promotion to Past Provincial Grand Junior Warden of the Province of East Lancashire.… Read more “Fifty Years in Mark Masonry and a Special Honour for W.Bro. Peter Adamson”

Historic Lodge secured for the future as Roberts Lodge prepares for a new home at Swinton

There was plenty to celebrate at the recent Installation meeting of Roberts Lodge of Mark Master Masons No. 24Ti, as what could have been one of the Lodge’s final meetings instead marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter in its history.… Read more “A New Chapter for Roberts Lodge No. 24Ti”

 Brethren

The Installation Meeting of W.Bro. Mark William Davis, PGJD, as the new Provincial Grand Master takes place on Thursday 29 th October 2026 at our usual venue, Albert Halls, Bolton Town Hall. His current position as Deputy Provincial Gand Master will then be vacated.… Read more “Appointment of Deputy Provincial Grand Master”

On Monday 22nd June 2026, representatives of the Mark Benevolent Fund (MBF) and the East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund attended the official handover of a new specially adapted minibus to Age UK Manchester.

The presentation took place at Age UK Manchester’s Openshaw Resource Centre on Catherine Street and marked the culmination of a significant charitable partnership aimed at supporting the elderly across Manchester.… Read more “New Minibus Presented to Age UK Manchester Thanks to The East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund”

Just four years ago, the future of Rose of York Mark and RAM Lodge No. 1010 looked uncertain. In June 2022, the Lodge was facing the difficult prospect of handing back its Warrant due to declining membership and an uncertain future.… Read more “Teamwork Makes the Dream Work – Rose of York Lodge No. 1010”

At the most recent meeting of Friendship Mark Lodge No. 1459, the Brethren had the privilege of welcoming Nicola McCarthy, Young Carers Coordinator, and Julie Brewis, Young Carers Support Worker from Positive Steps. Their heartfelt presentation highlighted the incredible work being carried out to support young carers across the Oldham area, with collaborative arrangements extending throughout Greater Manchester and Lancashire.… Read more “Friendship Mark Lodge Making Positive Steps”