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Nottinghamshire Provincial Grand Mark Lodge Annual Summer Ball 2026
The Nottinghamshire Provincial Grand Mark Lodge is delighted to invite members, their families, friends, and guests to its much-anticipated Annual Summer Ball, taking place on Saturday 30th May 2026 at Freemasons Hall, Goldsmith Street, Nottingham. This special evening promises a wonderful opportunity to come together in a relaxed and sociable setting, celebrating the values of friendship and community that sit at the heart of Freemasonry. Guests will be welcomed from 6:30pm
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Stop The Bleed Kits- Volunteers Needed!!
🚨 Be Part of Something Life-Saving 🚨 The first 250 Stop The Bleed kits will soon be arriving at Freemasons’ Hall on Goldsmith Street — a powerful step forward in protecting our communities. Now, we need you . We’re calling on Nottinghamshire Freemasons to help deliver these vital kits to Masonic Halls across the Province: 📍 Chilwell 📍 Mansfield 📍 Newark 📍 Worksop 📍 Retford Once delivered, we’re also looking for 2–3 volunteers at all locations, including Goldsmith Str
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Apr 151 min read
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✨ Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Pulp Friction Summertime Ball! ✨
On Saturday 27th June 2026, the Beeston Youth & Community Centre will come alive with music, laughter, and community spirit — all in support of a truly fantastic local charity. Enjoy a delicious 3-course meal, great company, dancing, and a lively raffle, all while helping to make a real difference in people’s lives. Whether you come with friends, family, or fellow members, this is a perfect opportunity to celebrate summer and support a cause that matters. Events like this sho
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Apr 141 min read
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Riding With Heart: Widows Sons Deliver Comfort, Care and Smiles at Rainbow Hospice.
The Nottinghamshire Chapter of the Widows Sons Masonic Bikers recently made a truly heartwarming visit to Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People. Delivering kindness as well as miles, they donated 50 teddy bears—kindly provided by Teddies for Loving Care (TLC) Nottinghamshire—bringing comfort to children and their siblings during incredibly challenging times. Adding to this generous gesture, Chapter President Dale Sinclair proudly presented a cheque for £100 in suppor
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Apr 131 min read
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🎺 Strike Up Something Special This Summer! 🌼
The Freemasons of Bassetlaw invite you to our Spring into Summer Concert —an evening guaranteed to hit all the right notes! Join us on Friday 29th May 2026 , 7pm at Worksop College Theatre , featuring the brilliant Thoresby Colliery Band . Expect a performance with plenty of brass, a touch of brilliance, and no “flat” moments! 🎟️ Tickets: £12.50 📧 Book now: Sec.fobevents@gmail.com Don’t miss this uplifting night of music, laughter, and community spirit—it’s sure to blow you
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Apr 131 min read
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Calling All Light Blue Nottinghamshire Freemasons
You are invited , along with your loved ones, to meet the Provincial Grand Master, Right Worshipful Brother Julian Patrick Townsend, and his wife Diane, on Sunday 16th August 2026, at The Acacia Centre, Acacia Avenue, Annesley Woodhouse, Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 9BH. The Byron Club is hosting the event, and this is a perfect opportunity for any Nottinghamshire Freemason who has yet to attain an Acting or Past Provincial rank to meet Julian and Diane in an informal
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Apr 131 min read
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Comfort When it Matters Most: TLC Bears Reach Major Trauma Unit
A wonderful step forward for Teddies for Loving Care in Nottinghamshire ❤️ The C30 Major Trauma Unit at Queen’s Medical Centre is now receiving TLC teddy bears, with Bro. Peter Franklin proudly overseeing the first delivery. In moments of trauma, when urgent and often painful treatment is needed, something as simple as a teddy can bring comfort, distraction, and reassurance to those who need it most. Doctors and nurses are already seeing the difference these bears make—suppor
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Apr 121 min read
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2029 Festival Golf Day at Rufford Park- Thursday 21st May 2026
Get ready for a day of camaraderie, competition and charity at our annual Charity Golf Day, taking place at Rufford Park Golf Club on 21st May 2026! Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or simply love the game, this event promises a fantastic experience for all. For £50 per player, you’ll be welcomed with coffee and a bacon cob, enjoy 18 holes on a fantastic course, and finish with a satisfying hot buffet. Hosted by Broxtowe, Mansfield and St Peter’s Lodges, this event proudly su
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Apr 121 min read
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🎶✨ Back to the 80’s – One Night Only! ✨🎶
Nottinghamshire Freemasons, friends, and family—it’s time to dust off those leg warmers, dig out the denim, and turn the clock back for an unforgettable night! Join Worksop Masonic Club on Friday 22nd May for a high-energy 80’s Night at Freemasons’ Hall, Potter Street. From 7pm to 11pm, enjoy fantastic live entertainment from Phil “Silver Fox” Booth, plus a raffle, prizes, and a great buffet! Whether you go full 80’s glam or keep it casual, this is your chance to come toget
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Apr 111 min read
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⛳ Clifton Lodge Charity Golf Day 2026 ⛳
Nottinghamshire Freemasons—this is your chance to enjoy a fantastic day of golf while making a real difference! Join Clifton Lodge No. 4753 on Friday 11th September 2026 at the superb Ramsdale Park Golf Club, Calverton. Gather your team for 18 holes on one of the county’s finest courses, followed by great food, prizes, and a lively atmosphere—all in support of three incredible charities: Portland College, Footprints Nottingham, and Home-Start Nottingham. At just £200 per tea
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Apr 111 min read
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A Double Exaltation for Ravenshead Chapter
Comp. Ben Hague and Comp. Sean McCallum are warmly welcomed by the Principals of Ravenshead Chapter No 8176 A truly memorable evening was enjoyed at Ravenshead Chapter No. 8176 on Thursday 9th April 2026, held at Freemasons’ Hall, Mansfield, as Companion Ben Hague and Companion Sean McCallum were doubly exalted in a superb and uplifting ceremony. The Chapter delivered a fantastic occasion, carried out with great care and precision, making it a proud moment for all involved. C
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Apr 111 min read
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Welbeck Lodge BBQ Garden Party- you're invited!!!
Brethren, family, friends, and future friends alike — this summer, let’s come together for an afternoon of fellowship, laughter, and celebration at the Welbeck Lodge BBQ Garden Party . 📅 Sunday 2nd August 📍 Ye Olde Bridge Inn, NG25 0SE ⏰ From 1:00 PM This promises to be far more than just a BBQ — it’s a chance to reconnect, strengthen bonds across Lodges, and share the true spirit of Freemasonry in a relaxed and welcoming setting. ⸻ 🌿 Why You Should Join Us 🤝 Unite Acro
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Apr 52 min read
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A Blooming Wonderful Afternoon at Goldsmith Street.
It was a pleasure to support and attend a truly uplifting community event at Goldsmith Street — the Spring Festival Flower Arranging Demonstration. Welcoming over 100 attendees, the afternoon was a vibrant celebration of creativity, friendship, and charitable giving. The highlight of the day was a captivating demonstration by the talented Andrew Kay, whose artistry and engaging personality brought each arrangement to life. His skill, combined with a warm and light-hearted rap
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Mar 301 min read
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Sponsored Bike Ride Success
We’re delighted to share highlights from a recent sponsored bike ride featuring members of Rotary Lodge and St Peter’s, all in support of the Festival. With tremendous effort, enthusiasm, and team spirit on display, the event was a resounding success — raising an impressive £3,000 . The “before and after” moments captured in the images say it all, showcasing the dedication, camaraderie, and sense of achievement shared by everyone involved. Events like this highlight the incre
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Mar 301 min read
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The Next Provincial Chapter of Instruction- Book Your Place Now!!
✨ Join the Provincial Chapter of Instruction ✨ Calling all new Companions, Sojourners, and newly installed Principals—this is your opportunity to grow, learn, and connect. Following a series of highly successful, stimulating, and enjoyable gatherings, the Provincial Chapter of Instruction continues to offer a welcoming and supportive environment—so don’t miss out! Designed to support Companions below the Principals’ chairs (while warmly welcoming newly installed Principals),
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Mar 261 min read
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Nottinghamshire Freemasons Secure ÂŁ39,000 Funding For Stop The Bleed Kits
We’re proud to share that Nottinghamshire Freemasons have secured over £39,000 from the Masonic Charitable Foundation to support life-saving “Stop the Bleed” kits across Nottinghamshire. By August 2026, every public defibrillator supported by East Midlands Ambulance Service will include a bleed kit—helping local people act quickly in emergencies and save lives. This is Freemasonry in action: working with partners, training communities, and making a real difference where it ma
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Mar 231 min read
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Spreading Easter Joy: The Widows Sons Supporting Local Children at Fountaindale School
Members of the Notts Chapter of the Widows Sons Masonic Bikers Association were proud to spend time in the community delivering 100 Easter eggs to the fantastic children at Fountaindale School. The smiles, laughter and warm welcome they received made the day truly memorable, and it was a privilege to help make Easter that little bit more special for the pupils. This is just one example of how Nottinghamshire Freemasons actively support local people, schools and charities thro
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Mar 221 min read
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From Tragedy to Lifesaving Action: Supporting Leon's Legacy
The Provincial Charity Committee continues to demonstrate the very best of Freemasonry through its support for the local community. Recently, WBro John Pawlik and WBro Simon Mattin visited a defibrillator site in Kirby-in-Ashfield established by Holly Younger, whose inspiring charity, Leon’s Legacy, was created following the tragic loss of her father, Leon, a school caretaker who died from a heart attack at a school where a defibrillator might have saved his life. Five years
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Mar 121 min read
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Race Night Proves a Winner!!
What a night to remember at the Mansfield Masonic Hall ! On Saturday 28th February, we welcomed a full house for our annual Race Night – and what an incredible evening it turned out to be. When we first circulated the invitation, we promised an unforgettable night of thrills, laughter and friendly competition… and thanks to your fantastic support, that’s exactly what we delivered. From the moment the first race was called at 7:00pm, the atmosphere in the hall was electric. T
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Mar 12 min read
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Provincial Chapter of Instruction- A Strong Beginning
The Provincial Chapter of Instruction has been successfully launched, with the inaugural meeting on 16th February 2026 attracting an enthusiastic and well-supported gathering of Companions from across the Province. The evening provided practical rehearsal, open discussion and deeper insight into Royal Arch ritual, all within a warm and supportive atmosphere. Established to help Companions — particularly those below the Chairs of Principal — deliver ritual with understanding a
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Feb 241 min read
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