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The 398th meeting of St. Martin’s Chapter No. 3431 took place on Monday 9th March 2026 at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester, marking the Chapter’s annual installation meeting and the formal handover to a new leadership team for the coming year. A Smooth and Dignified Transition The Chapter has enjoyed an excellent year under the capable guidance of Robert Warrington and his officers. Their hard work, commitment, and steady leadership were evident throughout the past twelve months.

Teddies for Loving Care (TLC) celebrated its 25th anniversary on Saturday 7th March 2026 with a special event at Freemasons’ Hall in Leicester. The milestone brought together civic leaders, healthcare partners, and Freemasons to honour a quarter‑century of providing comfort to children in hospital. Founded in Essex 25 years ago, TLC began as a simple idea: to give a teddy bear to children attending Accident & Emergency units or hospital wards, helping to ease fear and anxiety

A highly successful prostate cancer screening clinic was held on Saturday 7th February 2026 at Desford Community Primary School, offering an important health service to men from across the local area. The medical team was led by Miss Jyoti Shah MBE , consultant urologist with the North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, supported by specialist nurses Lauren  and Vanessa , along with Jyoti’s husband Paresh . All four generously volunteered their time to make the clinic possible

Sunday 22nd February 2026 Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester welcomed an impressive gathering of around 160 guests for a superb Sunday Lunch, bringing together Freemasons, their families, and friends for an afternoon of fellowship and entertainment. Guests enjoyed a beautifully prepared three‑course traditional Sunday roast, accompanied by a performance from the renowned Loughborough Male Voice Choir, whose programme added warmth and atmosphere to the occasion. For many attendees, i

Families with young children across Leicestershire and Rutland will receive vital support thanks to a grant from Leicestershire & Rutland Freemasons to the Home-Start Horizons charity. The £15,000 grant will support Home-Start Horizons’ family groups and wider work with families and children. The funding will enable the charity to continue providing early help, practical support and emotional guidance to parents facing a range of challenges. Home-Start Horizons works alongsid

Royal Arch Freemasons from Leicestershire & Rutland came together on Saturday 31st January 2026 for their annual Dinner Dance, held at Freemasons’ Hall in Leicester. Nearly 120 companions and guests filled the beautifully decorated hall, creating a vibrant atmosphere for one of the highlights of the Royal Arch calendar. Attendees enjoyed an excellent three‑course meal, expertly prepared and served by the team at Devonshire Place, whose efforts were warmly appreciated througho

Phil Dodd, a longstanding and much-respected member of St Martins Lodge in Leicester, celebrated an exceptional milestone on Wednesday the 17th December 2025, marking exactly 50 years since he first joined the Lodge. To commemorate the occasion, nearly 100 Freemasons, including members of St Martins Lodge, together with friends and representatives from across the Province, gathered to honour Phil’s half-century of dedication to Freemasonry. The evening was filled with warm re

Freemasons, their families, and friends gathered at Leicester Cathedral on Sunday 14 th  December for their annual Christmas Carol Service, marking a much‑anticipated highlight of the festive calendar.   The service was presided over by the Dean of Leicester, The Very Reverend Karen Rooms, and featured a wonderful blend of traditional Christmas carols sung by the congregation alongside the beautiful voices of the Cathedral Choir, creating a warm and reflective atmosphere with

Friday 28th November 2025 Freemasons from across Leicestershire and Rutland gathered at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester, for the meeting of Provincial Grand Lodge 2025, the annual meeting bringing together members from both counties. The well-attended meeting marked an important occasion in the Masonic calendar, recognising and rewarding members for their dedicated service to their individual lodges, to the Province, and to Freemasonry as a whole. Many were honoured for their com

11 December 2025 – Leicester The Leicestershire & Rutland Freemasons gathered on Thursday evening for their annual Provincial Promotions event, an occasion dedicated to recognising dedication, service, and the continuing commitment of members across the province. Held in a warm spirit of fraternity, the evening celebrated the achievements of hardworking Freemasons whose contributions over the past year have helped strengthen both their lodges and the wider community. The awar

Tuesday 3rd December 2025 – Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester The members of the Chapter of the Flaming Torch gathered once more at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester, for a meeting marked by enthusiasm, anticipation, and celebration. As one of the Province’s newer Royal Arch teams, the Chapter is steadily building its identity and momentum under the leadership of First Principal Roy Evans, supported by the dedicated duo of Perry Stewart-Halford and Scott Arnold. A highlight of the evenin

Freemasons’ Hall in London provided a distinguished backdrop on 12th November 2025 for the latest Supreme Grand Chapter Regular Convocation, drawing Companions from across the country for a day of enjoyment and friendship. Representing Leicestershire and Rutland was the Head of Royal Arch Masonry in the Province, Noel Manby , accompanied by his Deputy Jonathan Varley , and members of his executive team, Philip Dodd , and Andy Green . Their attendance, supported by a strong d

Leicester, 15 November 2025: A unique Travelling Lodge of Freemasons with a shared passion for motorcycles marked a major milestone on Saturday as members gathered at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester, to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Lodge.   Founded in Hampshire in 2000, the lodge holds the distinction of being the first motorcycle-themed lodge in the country. Since its formation, members have travelled the length and breadth of the UK twice every year—traditionally in Ap

Leicestershire & Rutland, November 14, 2025  – In an age when most Masonic lodges gather in the evenings, a distinctive group in Leicestershire & Rutland is proving that Freemasonry doesn’t have to follow the traditional schedule. The Ratae Meridian Lodge No. 9673, which has met during the day for more than two decades, continues to provide an alternative for those brethren who find lunchtime more convenient than evening meetings. Since its founding in 1998, the Lodge has cat

Members of the Ferrers & Ivanhoe Lodge No. 779  gathered in Ashby-de-la-Zouch on Tuesday, 11th November, to celebrate an extraordinary milestone in Freemasonry — David Coxon’s 50 years of dedicated service to the Craft . The Master of the Lodge, Russell Scott-Worthington , offered his warmest congratulations to David, recognising not only his personal achievement but also the inspiration his long-standing commitment brings to all members of the Lodge. Reaching half a century

Members of the Leicestershire & Rutland Royal Arch Freemasons gathered in fine form on Tuesday, 11th November 2025, to support the Installation evening of Temperantia Chapter No. 4088. The Provincial delegation was led by Jonathan Varley, Deputy Grand Superintendent , accompanied by a strong team of Provincial Officers. Their attendance highlighted the close bonds and mutual support within the Royal Arch community across the Province. The evening proved to be a memorable occa

A long-held wish of one of Devonshire Court’s Resident Ladies became a reality this autumn, thanks to the dedication and perseverance of Tony Ridewood and the support of the Friends of Devonshire Court. Several years ago, during a casual conversation, a Resident mentioned to Centre Almoner, Tony Ridewood, that what she missed most about being actively involved in Freemasonry was dressing up and attending a traditional Ladies Festival. The comment struck a chord, and Tony was

Freemasons from Leicestershire & Rutland gathered on Sunday 9th November to take part in the annual Service of Remembrance at Victoria Park, Leicester. Making their way up London Road alongside hundreds of others, they joined veterans, serving personnel, and members of the public in honouring those who gave their lives in service to their country. The service, organised as always by Leicester City Council, was led by the Bishop of Loughborough, the Right Reverend Saju Muthala

Leicester, Friday 7th November 2025  – Members of the Lodge of Welcome No. 5664 gathered at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester, for their annual installation meeting, where they elected and installed their new Master for the coming year. After a successful year under the leadership of Dean Pidcock , the Master’s chair was handed over to Richard Howe , who was duly installed as Master of the Lodge in a ceremony filled with tradition, dignity, and fraternal warmth. The meeting took pl

On Sunday 12 October, members of the Royal Arch in Leicestershire and Rutland, along with their families and friends, gathered at St Anne’s Church, Leicester for a special service celebrating the Royal Arch. The event was organised by the Deputy Grand Superintendent, Jonathan Varley and the Second Provincial Grand Principal, Philip Dodd. The service was led by Rev Canon Michael Wilson, whose sermon was described by many as thoughtful and inspiring. The service featured a sele