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SOUTH WEST AREA EVENTS DATES – 2022

12th November – Charity Workshop – 9.30am at Knole Rd

26th November – Charity Workshop – 9.30am at Christchurch Masonic Centre

30th November – Dine A Friend Event – From Darkness to Light – 6.30pm at Christchurch Masonic Centre

4th December – Hants & IOW Christmas Carol Concert 2.30pm at St Andrew Church Bournemouth

14th December – Quarterly Communications at Freemasons Hall, Great Queen St, London.

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South West Area of Hampshire & IOW Freemasons

2 days ago

South West Area of Hampshire & IOW Freemasons
Only a month to go until the Charity Cheque Presentation to be held at the Lymington Masonic Hall on Tuesday 21st May 2024 - see you there!! 👇 👇 ... See MoreSee Less

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South West Area of Hampshire & IOW Freemasons

3 days ago

South West Area of Hampshire & IOW Freemasons
Solomon Saturday to further your Masonic knowledge! 👇👇👇SolomonBefore his Initiation Ceremony, most candidates are asked to buy a pair of white gloves; though some are given them by their proposer, seconder, or by the Lodge; but no-one explains why. Read the paper here: solomon.ugle.org.uk/pluginfile.php/11284/mod_resource/content/16/ENs%E2%80%9300830%E2%80%9320%E2%...United Grand Lodge of England ... See MoreSee Less

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South West Area of Hampshire & IOW Freemasons

4 days ago

South West Area of Hampshire & IOW Freemasons
This week saw Barton Court Lodge No. 5468 in the depths of the New Forest in the raising of Brother Marc Aslett. The ceremony was honoured by not just one, but two APGM’s in the presence of our very own W.Bro. Chris Lockwood, and W.Bro. Ian Preece from the South Central area of the Province.Worshipful Master David Leslie opened the proceedings and performed with excellent skill not only the Raising, but also the Exhortation, Fifteen Fellow Crafts, and The Charge, ably supported by his other officers most notably the SD W.Bro. Na’el Clarke. Na’el led Bro Marc through the ceremony admirably, but also undertook the Tools and the Walking Charge.The evening also saw W.Bro. Chris Lockwood present a 50 Year Certificate and pin to Lodge IPM W.Bro. Colin Harrison and W.Bro. Chris gave a detailed description of W.Bro. Colin’s extensive Masonic career. W.Bro. Colin also showed he wasn’t going to rest on his laurels and delivered the Ancient History during the ceremony.Bro. Marc was quoted as saying “Every masonic journey is unique to the person yet they will all share the welcome, the camaraderie, and the joys of discovery that have always been the cornerstone of Freemasonry and tonight was no different – what a privilege”All brethren then headed over to the Bowls Club for a lively festive board with great speeches and £85 raised from the raffle. ... See MoreSee Less

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South West Area of Hampshire & IOW Freemasons

4 days ago

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Special mention to our very own Football Lodge 9921 who meet at the Botley Masonic Centre every 3rd Wednesday in February, May, September and November! 👇👇👇 ... See MoreSee Less

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South West Area of Hampshire & IOW Freemasons

6 days ago

South West Area of Hampshire & IOW Freemasons
Recently a great example of charity for local causes was shown with the Charminster Class of Instruction proudly presenting a cheque for £300 to Shine Cancer Support.The picture below shows the Preceptor of the Charminster Class of Instruction W.Bro. Mike Collins presenting the cheque to Emma Willis the co-CEO of Shine Cancer Support which provides support and information to adults in their 20's, 30's, and 50's who have had a cancer diagnosis.The Charminster Class of Instruction recently celebrated their 75th Anniversary and meet at the The Knole, Freemasons Hall Bournemouth to assist Master Masons and others in learning and practicing ritual with great support and guidance on offer!Provincial Grand Lodge of Hampshire & Isle of Wight #freemasonry Lymington Masonic Hall The Knole, Freemasons Hall Bournemouth ... See MoreSee Less

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Twynham Lodge Christmas toy donation to the Neonatal Unit at Poole Hospital Charity – Letter of thanks

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