Granite Lodge marked another milestone in its remarkable 142‑year history on Monday 11th May 2026, as members and guests gathered for a memorable Installation meeting filled with tradition, dignity, and genuine camaraderie. The lodge was honoured by the presence of the Head of Leicestershire & Rutland Freemasons, Peter Kinder, accompanied by his Assistant Provincial Grand Master, Dale Page, along with a strong contingent of visiting brethren. Their attendance added a real sense of occasion to...

More than 11,000 children across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland will be better protected from online harm thanks to a £50,000 grant from the Freemasons, awarded to Warning Zone Children’s Safety Charity. The funding will support the development and delivery of Warning Zone’s online safety programme, helping Year 6 pupils prepare for the risks they face as they transition to secondary school. Children today are navigating an increasingly complex digital world. Risks such as online...

Leicestershire and Rutland Freemasons have provided £1,000 in funding to support Henry Hughes, an elite deaf swimmer who has been selected to represent Great Britain at the European Deaf Swimming Championships in October 2026. Due to a lack of funding, Henry had faced the prospect of withdrawing from the competition. The contribution, made in partnership with Joe Humphries Memorial Trust and its Inspire Project, has enabled him to secure his place at the event. Henry Hughes said: - "Elite...