Northants & Hunts Masons

A chance to put something back ……..
…….. and Freemasonry is a great vehicle for doing this. Masons give their time, skills and money to help organisations such as hospices and air ambulances.
Principles of honesty, fairness, kindness at it’s heart ……..
…….. these are at the core of Freemasonry and lead many to become members. Why would you not want to be part of an organisation that is built around these values?
What is it about Freemasonry ……..
…….. that makes more than 250,000 men in England & Wales and more than 6,000,000 worldwide want to be part of this organisation that is nearly 300 years old?
It’s friendly, fun and sociable to be a Freemason ……..
…….. we have fun and make life-long friendships with people from all walks of life.
We’re all inclusive ……..
…….. and a tolerant, diverse fraternity that does not discriminate against members and prospective members because of their religion, race or nationality.
Learn something new ……..
…….. as many have found they have learned new skills as Freemasons - from organising events, managing finances to fundraising and developing confidence as public speakers.
Tradition, Heritage & Culture ……..
…….. Freemasonry is 300 years old in 2017. It’s principles have stood the test of time. Its heritage and culture is part of the social history of our country.

Solomon: Fostering Curiosity; Developing Understanding

Three years ago, the UGLE Membership Focus Group undertook a survey of its members.

Many showed a great interest in developing further understanding, and it was clear that they wanted the opportunity to learn more.

Solomon is a central online repository of informative material, one designed to assist Masons achieve a daily advancement in their Masonic knowledge.

Pomfret First Lodge in Province to Celebrate Bicentenary

The warrant of Pomfret Lodge No. 360 is dated the 16th of October 1819, so in 2019 they will be celebrating their bicentenary - the first lodge in the Province to do so.

In addition to a special installation ceremony of the Master Elect, WBro Mark WBro Mark Charteress, on January 3rd, there will be three special meetings during the year, and the Lodge will be inviting all Provincial brethren in general, and brethren of their 93 progeny lodges in particular, to attend.

Festival Abseil Challenge

WBro David Chisholm, WM of Pemberton Lodge, is planning to raise money for the 2024 MCF Festival by a sponsored abseil down the Emirates Spinnaker Tower.

Festive Cheer at Palmer Court

Every year, at Christmas time, the Provincial Grand Charity makes a donation to Palmer Court, and on this occasion WBro Jerry Higgins PAGDC, a Trustee of the charity, was selected to present a cheque for £1,200.

A Wonderful Start to the Xmas Season

On Sunday the 9th of December 2018, Peterborough Cathedral, which is celebrating its 900th anniversary, again played host to the Province’s Annual Festival of Lessons and Carols.

And the Teddies Keep On Coming!

On the morning of Friday the 7th of December 2018, the Peterborough Teddies for Loving Care (TLC) coordinator, Bro Arthur Briggs PPAGStB, visited Peterborough Hospital together with the Assistant Provincial Grand Master, WBro David Burton PSGD, and presented staff with another consignment of teddies.