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The Newsletter of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Leicestershire & Rutland Freemasons

Issue 38 Autumn 2017

Supporting integrity, kindness, honesty and fairness in the local community

300 Mile Cycle Ride

70 year certificate Page 26

300th Anniversary plaque Page 12

Top Award for W.Bro. Newman Page 26

Contents

AUTUMN 2017 Inside this issue…

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Editor’s Welcome

Including: Dates for your Diary

Provincial News

Including: The Grand Summer, Sonic Fest, Teddy bears picnic, 300th Anniversary

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Sporting Associations

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Welcome to new members

Lodge News

Charity

Including: The Provincial Masonic Golfers, The Leicestershire & Rutland Light Blues RFC, Classic 300 car run, Masonic Bowlers, 300 Mile Cycle Ride Including: Fund Raising Events, Clay Pigeon Shooting, 95th Birthday, Three Peaks Challenge, The chair of King Solomon, The 2022 Festival, Jump for Charity, Caribbean Party, St Mary’s Lodge, Father installs son Including: Cheque presentation morning, £58,000 charity awards

Light Blues Long Service

Including: 70 year certificate, Top Award goes to W. Bro. Professor Aubrey N. Newman

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WELCOME

Dates for your

Diary

Welcome to this, our 38th Edition of Leicester Square. This being our Tercentenary year, means that we have many stories to tell you, as each and every lodge in the Province has engaged in either local or provincial events to mark our anniversary.

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Also a big thank you to those lodges and individuals who have submitted their own stories for inclusion in the magazine, please keep them coming.

7th - Cheque Presentation Morning

2017 to the 31st January 2018.

The usually quite summer period has been nothing but quiet, with events such as the summer Grand Ball, Sonic Fest, and the 300 mile bike ride, we have had a hard time picking the best stories to put into the magazine. New events that are up and coming as we go to press include the opening of the Bradgate Park Memorial Wood by the Pro Grand Master M.W. Bro. Peter Lowndes on Thursday 5th October, and also A Journey through the Past, Present & Future of Leicestershire and Rutland Freemasons at Newarke House Museum, Leicester from 6th October

As we are now embarking on the new Masonic season in the Province, if you have any stories, or suggestions of how we can improve the magazine please get in touch, all ideas and feedback are most welcome.

Kind regards

R ichard Barnett

Editor

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OCTOBER

29th - Tercentenary - Cathedral Service

31st - Tercentenary – Royal Albert Hall

NOVEMBER

8th - Royal Arch Supreme Grand Chapter 24th - Provincial Grand Lodge 12th - Remembrance Sunday

30th - Open Evening – Master Masons & New Exhaltees

December

10th - Craft Carol Service at Leicester Cathedral

Reminder to ALL Brethren that the Provincial Grand Lodge Annual Meeting is to be held on the 24th of November 2017.

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Provincial NEWS

The Grand Summer Ball, celebrating

300 years of Freemasonry

The Grand Summer Ball was held on the exact date 300 years ago in 1717 when four masonic lodges gathered together at the Goose & Gridiron alehouse in London and formed the first Grand Lodge in the world which continues to govern Freemasonry in England and Wales today. Athena, which is a family-run business based in the former Grade II listed Odeon Cinema in the centre of Leicester, was the ideal glamorous setting for the guests to enjoy the Art Deco surroundings during a drinks reception.

Guests were then welcomed by the Provincial Grand Master, R.W. Bro. David Hagger who wished everyone a wonderful evening celebrating the 300th birthday. The guests were treated to an excellent three course dinner in the main auditorium with plentiful wine to accompany the Scottish salmon and prawn tian, Leicestershire farmhouse chicken with parsley mash which was followed by a salted caramel profiterole stack and coffee. After the dinner, the Provincial Grand Master took to the stage to draw the winners of the Tercentenary Prize Draw.

Prizes included villa accommodation in Antigua, Florida and Devon, a hot air balloon ride and light aircraft flights all very generously donated by the Brethren.

Two Croupiers manned the Black Jack and Roulette tables at the rear of the hall which kept many of the guests entertained trying to accumulate as many chips as they could to be in with a chance of winning a bottle of bubbly. The guests filled the dance floor for well over an hour and a half when they were taken back to the 1960’s by the acoustically accurate Beatles tribute band, The Upbeat Beatles.

They played many of their hits ranging from the very early ‘Cavern’ days to their later songs including several from Sgt. Peppers which is celebrating its 50th anniversary

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in 2017. A wonderful encore saw them play ‘Hey Jude’ to rapturous applause and the obligatory singalong and hand waving by the crowd. The resident DJ continued to fill the dance floor for the rest of the evening playing hits from the past 50 years until the party sadly ended at 1am.It certainly seemed that everyone had a wonderful time celebrating the Tercentenary with many positive comments received from Brethren:

“The Summer Ball was an amazing event, my wife and I, along with our guests, thoroughly enjoyed the evening and it was such a fantastic celebration”: W. Bro. the Rev. Canon Peter Taylor (Prince Rupert Lodge No.7841) Not only was the evening a celebration of Freemasonry, it was additionally successful in raising over £10,000 for the 2022 Masonic Charitable Foundation Festival which will go towards the target of £1.8 million to be raised by the Province over the next 5 years.

The Provincial Grand Master said: “What a wonderful way to commemorate the Tercentenary of the Grand Lodge of England by bringing many Brethren and their families together to celebrate this special night.”

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Sonic Fest

The Leicestershire & Rutland community tercentenary event or “Sonic Fest”, was a resounding success with 270 people attending all day enjoying a great value 5 course banquet.

Some stayed for 12 hours and many others arrived throughout the day bringing friends & family to enjoy the entertainment. In total there were nearly 500 guests throughout the entire day. Many families, and in some instances four generations enjoyed the day, which included inflatables for the children, a superb character actor who entertained the crowd with Keith Lemmon , Donald Trump & Simon Cowell appearances.

The day was blessed with terrific weather, which set the scene for a great event. The varied entertainment included music for all ages, as well as good food and enough marquee & dance floor space for everyone to dance well into the evening. The twelve hours

of continuous entertainment flowed seamlessly as organised by Bro. Paul Grant Reason & his lovely wife Tamsin. The last act were the Fantastic Austrian Stones who performed their final set at 1am, and the DJ, Bro. Scot Bailye span his last disc & the bar shut soon after.

A short live early evening auction of holidays, photographer sessions,

Picnic time for teddy

Teddy Bears of all shapes and sizes gathered together with their owners for a wonderful Teddy Bear’s Picnic at Freemasons’Hall in Leicester on Sunday 23rd July 2017 as part of the Tercentenary celebrations.

Children from around the Province thoroughly enjoyed themselves and even their parents and grandparents joined in the fun.

Everyone was given a delicious picnic before being entertained by Mr Twister with balloon modelling, games, and face painting. Abz Magician also wowed the children and adults with his magic tricks

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throughout the afternoon.

The picnic was held to celebrate the Teddies for Loving Care scheme which has provided over 2 million teddies to children in A&E departments across the country.

Supplied by Freemasons, the teddies are used to comfort children visiting hospitals and are used as a distraction or helpful show-andtell. Over 23,707 Teddies have been given by us free of charge to children who have attended A&E at Leicester Royal Infirmary.

The Provincial Grand Master, R.W. Bro. David Hagger, said: “My

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children and grand-children came along and really enjoyed the afternoon.

It was a great way to celebrate the achievements of the Teddies for Loving Care scheme and also our Tercentenary.”

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Provincial NEWS

300th Anniversary commemorative blue plaques unveiled at

Masonic Halls across the Province On 24th June 1717, four lodges, which had existed for some time in London, formed the Grand Lodge of England which has since continued to administer lodges across the country including the 76 lodges and their 3,000 members in Leicestershire and Rutland.

was formed in 1864 which also met at the King’s Head before moving to the Town Hall, after a disagreement with the landlady over the charge of 25 shillings per meeting. In 1956, the Masonic Lodges in the town purchased the Old Adult School in Ashby Square which has continued to serve as their meeting place. A total of 7 lodges meet at the hall today which makes it one of the largest halls outside of Leicester.

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The earliest known lodge in Leicester was established in 1739 and met at the Wheat Sheaf Inn on Humberstone Gate. Other lodges followed including St John’s Lodge in 1790 which is the oldest surviving lodge in Leicester still in existence. In 1859, the two lodges meeting in Leicester, St John’s Lodge, then meeting at the Bell Hotel, and John of Gaunt Lodge raised funds to build a permanent home in Halford Street. The Masonic Hall in Halford Street continued to be the principal place of meeting for 50 years until it was deemed no longer adequate.

A freehold Georgian house and its grounds on London Road were purchased in 1909 and the new headquarters were in use a year later in 1910. Freemasons’ Hall has been extended on a number of occasions, particularly in the 1930s and 1960s, and continues as the headquarters for the Province of Leicestershire and 10

Rutland and has 43 lodges meeting there. The building has some of the finest Masonic Lodge Rooms in the country and has a large Masonic Museum with artefacts dating back to the 17th Century.

Syston

The first Masonic Lodge in Syston was formed in 1901, East Goscote Lodge, being granted a Warrant to meet in the village hall. The Master of the Lodge, who owned an old school in Broad Street built a new single storey Masonic Hall which continues to be in use after several extensions over the years. A total of 7 lodges meet at the hall today which makes it one of the largest halls outside of Leicester.

Loughborough

The first Masonic Lodge in Loughborough was formed in 1835 and met at the King’s Head but unfortunately closed in 1853. A new lodge, Howe & Charnwood Lodge,

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The first Masonic Lodge to meet in Ashby-de-la-Zouch was Ivanhoe Lodge which met at the Royal Hotel from 1836 until the Lodge closed in 1841.

Another lodge, Ferrers and Ivanhoe, which continues to meet today, was subsequently formed in 1859 and originally met at the Town Hall. In 1981, the old Lyric Picture Palace was purchased for £7,000 and refurbished at a total cost of £94,500. The Lyric Rooms continues to host the two Ashby lodges and serves the local community.

Coalville The first Masonic Lodge in Coalville, Grace Dieu Lodge, was formed in 1892 which met at the Masonic rooms situated next to the Railway Hotel.

In 1926, a Committee was formed to raise money to pay for the building of the present Masonic Hall in Park Road which was subsequently opened in 1928. This Hall continues to be used by the two Masonic Lodges that meet in Coalville.

Hinckley

The first Lodge to meet in Hinckley, the Knights of Malta Lodge, was brought to Hinckley from Macclesfield

in 1803. The Lodge met at various inns in Hinckley over a number of years.

As the popularity of Freemasonry rose it was necessary to find a permanent home and land was bought in St Mary’s Road to build a Masonic Hall. The Hall was opened in 1928 and continues to host the lodges that meet in Hinckley along with serving the local community.

Melton Mowbray

The first Masonic Lodge in Melton Mowbray, Rutland Lodge, was formed in 1866 which met at the George Hotel. Subsequently, the stabling at the Wicklow Hunting Lodge on Burton Road was purchased for conversion into the present Masonic Hall. This was opened in 1951 and continues to serve the 3 Masonic Lodges that meet there.

Oakham

Vale of Catmos Lodge was formed in 1869 and met at the Agriculture Hall in Oakham. In 1877, the Lodge decided to meet in licenced premises and moved to the George Hotel. After 10 years, the Lodge moved back to the Agriculture Hall which was subsequently renamed Victoria Hall to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Jubilee. An opportunity rose to utilise the accumulated funds of a member’s legacy to secure long term accommodation at the Old Hall at Oakham School. Two lodges have met there for the last 9 years.

Uppingham

The Uppingham in Rutland Lodge was consecrated in 1984 and meets at the

Provincial NEWS Upper Cricket Pavillion in Uppingham.

After each meeting, members dine at the Falcon Hotel which has provided the Lodge with a superb facility for over 30 years.

Market Harborough

St Peter’s Lodge was granted a Warrant in 1870 to meet at the Three Swans Hotel in Market Harborough. As Masonry began to expand its popularity, a building fund was established in 1967 to build a permanent home. Land was purchased in Kings Road and the current Masonic Hall was built and opened in 1968 where currently two lodges continue to meet today.

Lutterworth

Wiclif Lodge was granted a Warrant in 1904 to meet in the Upper Room of the Town Hall in Lutterworth. The Lodge continued to meet at the Town Hall until 1963 when they moved to their permanent residence at the former Ritz Cinema. More recently further refurbishment and an extension has been undertaken. The Wycliffe Rooms now acts as both a Masonic Hall for the two lodges and also a Community Centre for a wide range of activities.

The plaques were unveiled by the Provincial Grand Master of Leicestershire and Rutland, R.W.Bro David Hagger and was supported by the Mayors of Charnwood, Oakham, Lutterworth and a large number of members, family and friends.

David Hagger, said: “We are celebrating 300 years of Freemasonry and the foresight and courage of our forebears to perceive and enhance our society over the centuries. If we continue to pursue our ideals of integrity, fairness and honesty, Freemasonry will continue to flourish in Leicestershire and Rutland” He added: “We’ll also be holding several public events throughout 2017 including opening the doors to our Masonic Halls during the Heritage Open Days for everyone to see inside and an exhibition at Newarke Houses Museum in Leicester on Freemasonry highlighting the contribution of Freemasons to our local communities.

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New members

Welcome to new members

We are delighted to welcome the following Brethren as Freemasons and in particular to our Province. We wish them all many happy and enjoyable years as members of our Fraternity Alistair Charles

Ferris

L6794

Newarke

John Paul

Lyttle

L5208

Beacon

Adam John

Gowtage

L3078

Wiclif

Thomas Daniel

Sinfield

L7744

Humber Stone

William James Duddy

Simpson

L8350

St Wilfrid’s

Andrew Michael

Newbold

L9158

Leicestershire and Rutland Rotary

Robert Glyn

Davies

L9453

Framland Hundred

Bryan Peter

Buswell

L779

Ferrers and Ivanhoe

Mateos

Grigorian

L8429

Lodge of Science and Art

Kristian Joseph

Garbett

L1330

St Peters

Gary Steven

Rogers

L7717

Guthlaxton

Garry John

Dean

L279

St John’s

Norman James Arthur

Mattock

L8320

Morley

Stuart Roger

Spiller

L50

Knights of Malta

Kevin

Whitfield-Green

L4874

Lodge of the Flaming Torch

Dominic Curtis

Starbuck

L8481

Tudor House

David Steven

Palmer

L5061

Enderby

Daniel Stephen

Newham

L9453

Framland Hundred

Mark

Nutting

L4711

Knighton

Vijay

Chouhan

L2865

East Goscote

Andrew Elliot

Campbell

L8276

St Deny’s

Dominic Julian

Payne

L8063

Sparkenhoe

Stuart Adrian

Wileman

L279

St John’s

Stuart Robert William

Scotton

L7717

Guthlaxton

Russell

Wheadon

L1007

Howe and Charnwood

Jayant

Champaneri

L7736

Sir John Corah

James Andrew

Hare

L8429

Lodge of Science and Art

Henry William

Golland

L7841

Prince Rupert

Richard Edward

Danks

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Burton

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Upon entering its 83rd year, the Leicestershire & Rutland Masonic Golfing Association is enjoying another successful season. Thanks are due to the honorary secretary, W. Bro. Terry Watts, for his considerable efforts and organisation of the various events.

The Swann Cup was played at Scraptoft Golf Club in May, and the winners were W. Bro. Jack Inguanta and Bro. Terry Brown.

The Coles Bowl was played at Glen Gorse Golf Club and the Parlby & Doleman Goblets at Cosby Golf Club. Both competitions were won by Bro. David Hall and W. Bro. Martin Moore.

The Association have also had a successful year in the Provincial matches: On the 10th of May the Leicestershire & Rutland Masonic

Golfing Association beat Northants and Huntingdon Masonic Golfing Association at Melton Mowbray Golf Club.

There was an outstanding success for the Association in the new 5 Counties Match in June at Beedles Lake Golf Club. The Match was won for the first time by the Leicestershire & Rutland Masonic Golfing Association against strong opposition.

The 6 Counties Match in July was hosted by Warwickshire at Shirley Golf Club, and was won by

Staffordshire. The Leicestershire & Rutland Masonic Golfing Association came fourth. However, the individual trophy was won by W.Bro. Jack Inguanta and the award for the longest drive by W. Bro. Earl Harrison.

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Light Blues RFC – News With the start of the new rugby season, the Province’s Rugby Club is in full swing with the first fitness training sessions held at the end of July under direction of LBRFC Head Coach Bro. Jordan Crown (Hastings Lodge 8596) who said “I want the team to be stronger, fitter and faster this year and I will be running regular training sessions to help the team”. He went on to say “the Light Blues are always on the look out for new players regardless of experience, so please get in touch with the team, a warm welcome is extended to everyone’.

The first training session was extremely well attended with 30 Brethren from across the province in attendance.

and a further summary of the rugby played by Director of Rugby and Club Captain Bro. Andrew ‘Jock’ Keenan (Enderby Lodge 5061).

Details of all the Light Blues games and training sessions will be shown on the Light Blue Club & Rugby Club Facebook Groups, for those brethren who do not use Facebook, the rugby club website is a great source of information (www.lightbluesrfc.com). W. Bro. Daniel Quelch (Rothley Temple Lodge 7801) stated “we are trying to publicise the rugby club activities via most media channels, we have found the Facebook group a great way of reaching out to Brethren across the Province. The clubs new website is constantly updated with information and will shortly be a portal to order club ties and other apparel.

Director of Rugby and Club Captain Bro. Andrew ‘Jock’ Keenan stated “I have provided the brethren this evening with a summary of the rugby played during our first season indicating strengths and weaknesses, I have also asked everyone to bring new players forward into the team so we continue to grow”.

Following the first training session, the clubs first Annual General meeting was held and chaired by Bro. Samuel Harris (Golden Fleece Lodge 2081) where various club matters were discussed. The brethren present at the AGM received a summary of the outstanding success of the first season from Club President W. Bro. Paul Toon (Knighton Lodge 4711)

Chairman Bro. Samuel Harris stated “ the AGM was extremely successful tonight, I’m delighted to reappoint the committee of the Light Blues that will see the following Brethren continue to run the club” Bro. Harris went on to say “the Light Blues committee wanted to express their sincere thanks for the continue professional design support provided to the club by Bro. Andrew Rathbone (5061 Enderby Lodge) who had designed the clubs logo, playing kit and club ties”.

Bro. Rathbone “thanked the committee for their kind comments and went on to confirm he is currently designing the clubs new kit for the 2017/18 season”

we are trying to publicise the rugby clubs activities via most media channels, we have found the Facebook group a great way of reaching out to Brethren across the province.

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Car run held in Leicestershire

Classic 300

The Classic 300 was launched on Sunday 21st May 2017 by the Grand Master, HRH the Duke of Kent, with a large gathering of vehicles at Windsor Great Park and is aimed at showcasing three hundred years of Freemasonry.

Grand Lodge of Leicestershire & Rutland and the United Grand Lodge of England as part of the Tercentenary celebrations.

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by W. Bro. David Crocker, Province of Leicestershire & Rutland which started at the Devonshire Court RMBI Home in Oadby at 10.00am.

This gave the residents a chance to look at the vehicles including Mrs Edna Edmond, originally from Bridlington, who very much admired the special edition Mike Tunnicliffe E-type Jaguar.

The classic car and bike enthusiasts then drove in convoy the 15 mile journey to Bradgate Park on the outskirts of north Leicester. Upon arrival, they were warmly greeted by the Provincial Grand Master of Leicestershire and Rutland, R.W. Bro. David Hagger.

Many then walked through the Park to the site of the Memorial Wood that is being funded by the Provincial

The Park Ranger, Peter Tyldesley, gave a very interesting talk on the history of the park and also the construction of the Memorial Wood which is due to be opened by the Pro Grand Master, R.W. Bro. Peter Lowndes on Thursday 5th October 2017. The visitors were shown the newly installed 14 tonne granite stone which is to be the centrepiece for the wood, along with a walk around the paths which have been created to meander throughout the one acre wood.

After a slow walk back to the cars in the warm sunshine everyone then continued onto the Grey Lady Kitchen and Deli in Newtown Linford for Sunday lunch and thus completing a very enjoyable day in the company of many friends and family.

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proudly represent the province MACE (the Masonic Annual Charity Event) held its seventh annual event in Dorchester on Friday 4th August 2017, featuring teams from sixteen Provinces from all across the country.

The Leicestershire & Rutland rink won three of the four games but sadly missed out on one of the three play-off places by one point. The weather was very kind and £3,000 was raised for three local charities in Dorset.

The 2018 MACE event will be “at home” on 10th August 2018 at Melton Mowbray and it is hoped that more than one rink can be entered. Any masonic bowler interested in playing next year, please contact W. Bro. Jim Williamson on 0116 2596448.

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SPORTING ASSOCIATIONS

300 Mile Cycle Ride

Raises over £21,000

The 300 mile trip not only marked the 300th anniversary of Freemasonry but raised over £21,000.00 to be split equally between the Rainbows Children’s Hospice in Loughborough and the Masonic Charitable Foundation.

The 23 cyclists ranged from 19 to 64 years of age and were from 15 masonic lodges based in Leicester, Oakham, Syston, Market Harborough and Ashbourne in Derbyshire.They were waved off from Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester by the Deputy Provincial Grand Master, V.W. Bro. Jim Buckle, and Helen Smith from Rainbows, and during the ride were welcomed by Brethren at the Masonic Centres in Loughborough, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Coalville, Hinckley, Lutterworth, Market Harborough, Uppingham, Oakham, Melton Mowbray and Syston.

They were also warmly welcomed at Freemasons’ Hall, London by the Chief Executive of the Masonic Charitable Foundation, David Innes.

The cyclists made a quick detour in London to visit St. Paul’s Churchyard where the first Grand Lodge of England was formed 300 years ago in 1717 at the Goose and Gridiron ale-house. W. Bro. Simon Oldfield from the Wyggeston Lodge and organiser of the event, said: “We are all proud to have taken part in a great adventure, and such an achievement by all the riders and support crew, great team spirit and camaraderie to raise money for charity.” The cyclists arrived back on schedule at Freemasons’ Hall Leicester where they were welcomed by the Assistant Provincial Grand Master, V.W. Bro. Peter Kinder and a large number of family and friends.

Bro. Chris Panteli, also from Wyggeston Lodge, said: “A truly amazing four days, that started out with mostly strangers and finished with friends. I learnt a lot about myself whilst doing what I love to raise money for extremely worthy causes. I am both extremely proud and humbled by the whole event.”

W. Bro. Paul Simpson, Master of St. Wilfrid’s Lodge in Market Harborough said: “The whole experience was most enjoyable. Hard work and tough at times but I have an immense feeling of satisfaction. This is what Freemasonry is all about. Working together as a team to raise funds for charity whilst having great fun in doing so. I made some friends that will be friends for life now.”

Planning has already started for the 2018 event, spanning Saturday 9th to Sunday 10th June.

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LODGE NEWS

Fund Raising Events

Clay Pigeon Shooting

Brethren from Jason Lodge No.7716 and the Lodge of Friendship No.7168 both held separate fundraising events over the summer. “Jason Lodge kicked off the first of its 2022 Festival charity fund raising events of the summer, which was held at Lakeside Sporting, Clay Grounds, Wymeswold on Saturday 20th May, whilst The Lodge of Friendship held their event at Doveridge Clay Sports Club, Derbyshire on Friday 14th July 2017” For what can be a tricky sport, the brethren still managed a respectable hit rate of 165 out of the 300.

A cup of tea and a delicious cream tea soon lifted the spirits of shooters. The best shot of the day was our Entered Apprentice Steve (Ned) Kelly.

the twenty prizes, a grand total of £1170 was raised towards the 2022 Festival and a great day was had by one and all.

A prize for the worst shot of the day was another Entered Apprentice of the lodge, although anonymity has been assured to prevent embarrassment!

Brethren from the Lodge of Friendship No.7168, which meets at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester, together with their friends, gathered at Doveridge Clay Sports Club, Derbyshire for a Clay Shooting day on Friday 14th July 2017.

After the brethren of Jason Lodge had collected money and donated

A total of 14 people firstly enjoyed a hearty breakfast laid on by the

club before being coached by a professional on the principles of clay shooting and of course safety. After a short break for refreshments, a competition was held which was won by Shay Smith, brother of Bro. Kaine Smith. W. Bro. Merrick Platts said: “It was a great day with post shoot debrief and more food at the Coach and Horses in Markfield, it was determined by all involved that this should become an annual event”

Celebrating

Hedley Kendall 95th Birthday W. Bro. Hedley Kendall, a member of St Mary’s Lodge No.7164 and Framland Hundred Lodge No.9453 celebrated his 95th Birthday on 24th August 2017.

W. Bro. Michael Rawson, Almoner for St Mary’s Lodge, paid him a visit on his birthday and presented him with a gift from the brethren of the three Melton Mowbray lodges. Hedley was initiated into St Mary’s Lodge No.7164 in February 1954. Over his many years in Freemasonry he has received many progressive promotions. He has been affectionately known as the father of the Lodge. He was a founder member of the Framland Hundred Lodge on 27th May 1992 and was installed as its first Master and has served it well over the years.

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LODGE NEWS

Hinckley Masons tackle the

Three Peaks Challenge 12 Hinckley Freemasons took on the epic National Three Peaks Challenge as a celebration of 300 years of Freemasonry and to raise money for the Masonic Charitable Foundation and Lawrence House which supports homeless young people in the Hinckley area.

The National Three Peaks Challenge involved climbing the highest peaks in Scotland, England and Wales in just 24 hours.

The challenge started at Ben Nevis (Scotland) on Saturday 2nd September 2017, followed by Scafell Pike (England) and finishing on Snowdon (Wales).

The organiser David Fell commented, “It was a great effort by a wonderful team who under extreme conditions worked hard and gave the commitment to make it succeed�.

Our Editor attains

The chair of King Solomon We are delighted to report that at London Road Leicester on Tuesday 2nd May 2017, our Editor W. Bro. Richard Barnett was installed into the Chair of Granite Lodge No. 2028 in front of a packed Holmes lodge room.

The Installing Master W. Bro. Scott Arnold performed an excellent and memorable ceremony, during which W. Bro. Richard conducted himself with assurance. He later invested his officers in a warm and dignified manner and afterwards nearly 80 brethren dined together in a delightful atmosphere. Altogether a truly memorable evening for W. Bro. Richard and everyone who attended.

The photograph shows Leicester Square Chairman W. Bro. Jim Williamson congratulating our Editor on his installation.

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LODGE NEWS

There and back again.......

a backpack for the 2022 Festival

At the Lodge of the Holy Well (7827) Installation Meeting W. Bros. David Foster and Jon Ivins announced their plans to do a hike to raise money for the Festival. The walk was to be based around the Nine Edges challenge (designed by the Edale Mountain Rescue organisation) with extra miles at the start and end of the hike. The total mileage covered was planned to be slightly over 60 miles. While Jon is an experienced backpacker it would be David’s first time being a self-sufficient and self-propelled hiker.

The Nine Edges walk covers the magnificent limestone escarpments in the Dark Peak, starting from Derwent Edge in the North and ending at Birchen Edge in the South. It is a 23 miles long traverse over high, exposed moorland with no shelter. The extensions were from Hope, via the lower slopes of the Kinder area to LadyBower and hence to Derwent Edge to start the Nine Edges and from Birchen Edge to Matlock via the Chatsworth Estate and Derwent Valley Way afterwards.

After the challenge was completed, both David and Jon had been saturated, windblown, cold and hot, yomped across miles of open moorland, made countless ascents and descents, been beyond tired, seen hares, grouse and deer and had been thoroughly awed by the wild beauty of the moors and their vistas.

In addition, in excess of £650 including gift aid had been raised for the 2022 Festival. David and Jon would like to sincerely thank all the Brethren who so kindly sponsored them.

Loughborough Masons Jump for Charity be driven for 20 minutes into the hills along a single track road to the takeoff site. The launch site was on the south side of a sharp ridge offering wonderful sea views.

Two Masons from the Lodge of Science & Art No.8429, Tony Andrews, Digby Lund and his wife Yvonne made their charity jump on Sunday 3rd September 2017 (Tony’s 49th birthday) with Tony’s wife Elanor providing support. Upon their arrival the pilots, Antonio and his colleague Jose arrived by air right in front of the jumpers, showing how best to land. This was a valuable lesson to be learned - run and don’t stop before the man with the wing does, otherwise a pile up ensues!

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Antonio and Jose set about strapping the two would be flyers into their harnesses. Very important to get this done correctly as any errors cannot be corrected in flight and could result in a very uncomfortable trip.

The instructions were very simple, when told to, run down the slope until the ground falls away. In Tony’s case a false start led to Jose stumbling, but after a few steps both were on their way. Yvonne’s takeoff was less eventful though, she being determined to become airborne without repeating the stumbling start.

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and offered amazing views out to sea and along the coast. Both were lucky enough to have fairly good landings, though Tony collected a lot of the beach in his shoes and some in his knees!

Digby’s flight showed the advantage of being so much taller than Antonio when taking off from such a steep slope, a couple of steps and then off into the blue yonder.

Having all safely returned to earth the group exchanged feelings about their flights, the heightened heart rate before and during takeoff, the gradual relaxing as the flight continued and then the increasing tension as the ground rapidly approached. But everyone agreed the venture had been well worthwhile and hope the donations will fully reflect their efforts.

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LODGE NEWS

Burbach Lodge hold a Caribbean Party to

Raise £3,780 for cancer charity

On Saturday 5th August 2017, around 160 Burbach Lodge No.8699 members, their families and friends enjoyed a fun filled afternoon and evening of music and Caribbean food in the grounds of W.Bro. Peter and Irene Faulkner’s home. Thunderstorms and heavy rain an hour before the event started, did not put off the hardy revellers and when the sun came out and shined upon all those present the afternoon became complete and coupled with the beautiful grounds and setting through the hard work of W.Bro. Peter they could not have asked for more.

The party was attended by the Provincial Grand Master, R.W.Bro. David Hagger and the Assistant Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons of England & Wales, R.W.Bro. Stephen Davison, who both enjoyed the relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

The famous ‘Caribbean Regals Steel Band’ entertained the guests who were treated to a selection of excellent Caribbean food, which along with rum punch, certainly added to the party fun.

The event continued with ‘The Gritters’ cover band who

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entertained everyone into the night and culminating with them donating their fee to the charity too!

The Master, W.Bro. Simon Mepstead said: “My wife and I have been unbelievably touched by the generosity of so many people, that gave up their afternoon to support us and raise a fantastic amount for the MacMillan Charity.

As always events like these don’t happen on their own and without the support, hard work and dedication of W.Bro. Peter and Irene Faulkner and Bro. Steve and

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Donna Iliffe the event would not have happened. We are so very grateful to all of those who supported this event.”

He continued: “Like many, some of our members and our friends have benefited from the support and care given by the MacMillan Charity and it was for this reason that my wife and I chose to support them through my year in the chair.”

The event raised a total of £3,780 for the Macmillan Cancer Support

LODGE NEWS

St Mary’s

Lodge enters a new era

St Mary’s Lodge No.7164 installed its new Master, Bro. Geoff Benford, in the presence of the Provincial Junior Grand Warden W.Bro. Dr. Andy Green on Monday 15th May 2017 at Melton Mowbray.

This Installation meeting also marked a significant change in Officers within the lodge, with W.Bro. Nigel Lane stepping aside as Treasurer after 21 years; W.Bro. John Southerington retiring as Chaplain after 16 years and W.Bro. Keith Hallam passing on the job of Secretary after 14 years. The outgoing Master W.Bro. Mike Rowe made special mention of the service these brethren had given to the lodge and thanked them for such dedication to their offices and the lodge.

Father Installs son as

Master of The Rutland Lodge

The Rutland Lodge No.1130, which meets in Melton Mowbray, having reached their 150th Anniversary last year, were treated to another special occasion on Thursday 6th April 2017, when W.Bro. Thomas J. Finn had the pleasure of Installing his son, Bro. Andrew S. Finn into the Master’s Chair.

It was an extremely proud moment for W.Bro. Tom who was subsequently invested by his son as the Immediate Past Master of the Lodge. The evening was extremely well supported with over 70 brethren in attendance, including Tom’s other son Bro. Peter J. Finn.

The Worshipful Master said, “The night of your Installation is something really quite special and one I will never forget”. He continued: “I am extremely proud to be the Master of this historic Lodge and I am really looking forward to my year as Master. I also feel very humbled and incredibly lucky to have the support of the Officers and Brethren of The Rutland Lodge, which includes four Grand Officers”.

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CHARITY

Charity

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A total of £47,700 was generously donated by Leicestershire and Rutland Freemasons to 31 local and national charities on Saturday 27th April 2017 at a special award ceremony at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester.

The Provincial Grand Master of Leicestershire and Rutland, David Hagger, and Grand Superintendent of the Holy Royal Arch, Peter Kinder, were on hand to present the donations on behalf of the Freemasons.

or are diagnosed as HIV Positive.

The Charity grants wishes for those of eighteen years and below and has already granted hundreds of wishes for local children.

Richard Bebbington from the charity said: “There is a young lady, 8 years old, who is one of many young children suffering from cancer. She loves Disney but unfortunately she is too ill to travel to Disneyland Paris. This money will grant a VIP ticket for her and her family to go to see Disney on Ice.” He continued: “This donation of £7,500 is absolutely

Leicestershire-based Wishes 4 kids was one of the main beneficiaries receiving a total of £7,500. Wishes 4 Kids was created to grant a wish for children and youngsters in Leicestershire who are life limited, terminally ill, have experienced life-changing physical or emotional traumas, have suffered major abuse

unbelievable which will go to grant at least another 7 or 8 wishes. A huge thank you to the Freemasons.”

David Hagger, Provincial Grand Master, concluded the meeting by applauding all the charities and their volunteers who give their time to such good causes: “I’m proud that the Freemasons have been able to make a major contribution to society by supporting charities particularly those helping many children and young people in the local community.”

Following public vote, Leicestershire and Rutland Freemasons announce

£58,000 charity awards

Six local charities have benefited from a series of special Community Awards from Leicestershire and Rutland Freemasons following an unprecedented public vote of 178,801 votes across England and Wales.

The Community Awards are a major part of Freemasonry’s 300th anniversary celebrations. The Masonic Charitable Foundation is distributing three million pounds to 300 charities across the country, with the public vote deciding on the range of Awards from £4,000 to £25,000.

The full list of Community Awards in Leicestershire and Rutland was: • The Laura Centre - £25,000 • PROSTaid - £15,000 • Vista - £6,000 • Leicester Children’s Holiday Centre - £4,000 • Rutland Sailability - £4,000 • Warning Zone - £4,000

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The charities will be presented with their Awards at a special ceremony by the Provincial Grand Master from the Leicestershire and Rutland Freemasons on Saturday 7th October 2017.

The three million pound fund is being administered by the Masonic Charitable Foundation, which obtains all of its funding from Freemasons, their families and friends. It is estimated that half of Freemasonry’s total charitable expenditure of over £33m goes to charities that help people in communities across the country.

Provincial Grand Master, David Hagger, said: “We are delighted to be able to celebrate three hundred years of Freemasonry by helping six excellent local charities. We’ve been active in charity work for all that time, but this is the first occasion we’ve asked the public to help us decide how to spend our money.

We are very pleased that so many people from Leicestershire and Rutland took part in the vote.”

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LODGE NEWS

A First for

Granstone Lodge

On the 20th April 2017, a special event occurred at the Granstone Lodge No. 6406 Installation Ceremony, at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester.

Thirty years to the month after his own Installation as Worshipful Master, Lodge Secretary, Graham Langley, took over the Chair from the outgoing Worshipful Master, Keith Goode, to install his son, Jeremy “Jem” Langley into the Chair of King Solomon.

It was a particularly emotional occasion as Jeremy had previously postponed his progression, due to a long-term illness incurred by his wife, Sue, who has since made a full recovery.

The Lodge was honoured by the presence of the Assistant Provincial

Grand Master, Very Worshipful Bro. Peter C Kinder, escorted by the Provincial Assistant Grand Director of Ceremonies, W. Bro. Steven Skidmore.

Over 40 Brethren attended the Ceremony, in the impressive surroundings of the Holmes Lodge Room and Festive Board, both under the capable direction of Director of Ceremonies, W. Bro. Mark Taylor.

At the Festive Board, the Assistant Provincial Grand Master pointed out that this was the first time a father had installed his son in the seventyyear history of the Lodge.

Photograph 1 (l to r): Mark Taylor (DC); Jeremy Langley (WM); Graham Langley (IM); Peter Kinder (APGM); Steven Skidmore (ProvAGDC)

Granstone Lodge had seen some difficult times, until a few years ago, when the Provincial Grand Master asked several experienced Masons to guide it through its recovery. Whilst membership is still small, a steady stream of new, younger members has ensured continued growth and a vibrant future.

Golden-ager to set out on 215 mile cycle ride

72 year old Loughborough Freemason, Rod Harpham who is a Past Master of Howe and Charnwood Lodge No.1007, which meets in Ashby Square, Loughborough, undertook an epic cycle journey in aid of the Masonic Charitable Foundation and as a celebration of 300 years of Freemasonry.

Rod cycled the Trans Pennine Trail which is a longdistance path running from coast to coast across Northern England entirely on surfaced paths. It is an exciting route for cyclists linking the North and Irish seas, passing through the Pennines, alongside rivers and canals and through some of the most historic towns and cities in the North of England.

Rod was accompanied by his son on his 215 mile ride starting at Hornsea north of Hull on the 29th July 2017 and finished on the beach at Southport north of Liverpool.

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LIGHT BLUES

Leicestershire & Rutland

Light Blue Club The season ahead, we start with a bang and continue at pace.

We are all looking forward to the season ahead and we hope you are too. Whether you have just been initiated or wearing ‘Dark Blue’ we’ve got some fantastic events and visits coming up that we know you are going to love. In addition to our regular drinks socials around the province we have some special socials, the first of which is in October when we have a Clay Pigeon Shooting event at Kibworth shooting ground. We have a special Christmas party event in December before we race into January and its ‘go go go’ for our Go-Karting social.

There are also four great lodge visits that we have lined up throughout the season, starting with a centre visit to Coalville on 9th November and the Grace Dieu Lodge No.2428 and finishing in June with our annual visit to Apollo Lodge No.357 in June. It cannot be denied though that the jewel in our crown this season will be our visit to the Keats and Shelley Lodge No.1, in Rome!

A three day trip between 23rd and 25th February and for this special visit we are pleased to advise that wives & partners are also invited. With your support we hope to make this our biggest overseas visit to date.

How Do I Join the LBC?

You are automatically a member of the Light Blue Club as soon as you have been initiated as a Freemason in Leicestershire & Rutland. There is no cost involved, no membership fee, no subscription, nothing. As soon as you are an Entered Apprentice you are also able to visit other Lodges, so come and get involved, join us at one of our future social events or Lodge visits. Please also be aware that the LBC is for everyone, there is no upper or lower age limit or any upper or lower masonic rank. We have a wide range of ages and masonic rank that attend our events, every Brother is welcome.

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LONG SERVICE

70 year certificate presentation

R.W. Bro. Gayton C. Taylor

On 28th June 2017 the Provincial Grand Master R.W.Bro. David Hagger visited Cornwallis Court, the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Home at Bury St Edmunds to present a 70 year certificate of service in Freemasonry to R.W.Bro. Gayton C. Taylor who was Provincial Grand Master of Leicestershire and Rutland from 1978 to 1989.

The Provincial Grand Master was accompanied by V.W.Bro. Peter Kinder, Provincial Assistant Grand Master and R.W. Bro. Derek Buswell, Past Provincial Grand Master of Leicestershire and Rutland.

The Provincial Grand Master said: “Despite Bro. Gayton being 95 years of age and having to use a wheelchair, he was in remarkably good health. He was delighted to receive the Certificate which recorded not only the Lodges of which he was a subscribing member but also the 43 Lodges of which he had been made an honorary member. A very enjoyable day was had by all.”

Top Award goes to

W. Bro. Professor Aubrey N. Newman, PJGD, of John of Gaunt Lodge No. 523 We are delighted to announce that the M.W. The Grand Master, His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent conferred THE GRAND MASTER’S ORDER OF SERVICE TO MASONRY upon W. Bro. Professor Aubrey N. Newman, PJGD, of John of Gaunt Lodge No. 523 at the Quarterly Communication of the Grand Lodge on 13th September 2017. them to place the letters OSM after their names, preceding the initials of any other Masonic rank they may hold. The Order is a neck decoration in the form of a Garter blue ribbon from which hangs the jewel of the Order.

W. Bro. Aubrey was initiated into the John of Gaunt Lodge No.523, Leicester in 1967 and was the Master in 1981 and again in 2000. He subsequently became The Order of Service to Masonry a joining member and Master of was instituted in 1945 and is in the two lodges involved with Masonic personal gift of the Grand Master, research: Lodge of Research in acknowledgment of exceptional No.2429 in Leicester and Quator services to the Craft. The Order is Coronati Lodge No.2076. In 2003, limited to 12 holders, confers no he was the Prestonian Lecturer 26precedence Leicester Square AUTUMN 2017 on them, but entitles with his lecture entitled: ‘The

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The Provincial Grand Master of Leicestershire and Rutland, R.W.Bro. David Hagger said: “The Grand Master’s Order of Service to Masonry is the highest award that is conferred in Masonry. W. Bro. Aubrey is a worthy recipient and on behalf of all the Brethren of the Province I extend to him our Heartiest Congratulations.”

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Farewells

We are sad to announce the passing of the following Brethren to the Grand Lodge above and our thoughts go to their families and loved ones.

Each one will be missed but not forgotten.

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W.Bro. Latham

John Spencer

Guthlaxton No.7717

W.Bro. Birley

Colin Henry

Leicestershire and Rutland Rotary No.9158

W.Bro. Allen

William Robert

Ferrers and Ivanhoe No.779

W.Bro. Burn

Eric John

St Peters No.1330

W.Bro. Redman

Robert Henry

Halford No.3919

W.Bro. Stretton

Byron Colton

Newarke No.6794

W.Bro. Allsop

George

St Mary’s No.7164

W.Bro. Crossley

Byron David Kimber Lodge of the Round Table No.7762

W.Bro. Moreby

Richard Edward

Burbach No.8699

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Peter James Minter

East Goscote No.2865

W.Bro. Lawson

Daniel Blair

Knights of Malta No.50

W.Bro. Toon

James Henry

Sir John Corah No.7736

W.Bro. Cooke

Terence

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John Harold

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John Morton

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Reinhardt Albert

Roundhill No.8639

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Coulson

Paul Stuart

Lodge of Friendship No.7168

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Clive Ian

Prince Rupert No.7841

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ROYAL ARCH MATTERS

New Second Grand Principal visits

Provincial Grand Chapter

The annual convocation of the Provincial Grand Chapter of Leicestershire and Rutland was held at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester, on Thursday 23th March 2017, under the guidance of The Most Excellent Grand Superintendent, Comp. Peter C. Kinder - and was honoured by the presence of the Second Grand Principal, E.Comp. Russell Race.

The Most Excellent Grand Superintendent welcomed the many visitors from surrounding Provinces. These included the Grand Superintendents from, Bedfordshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire & Huntingdonshire, Nottinghamshire, and Warwickshire and other representatives from these Provinces as well as from Cambridgeshire, Staffordshire and Worcestershire.

The convocation was very well attended, and the Most Excellent Grand Superintendent took great pleasure in extending the patent of E.Comp. Noel Manby, PGSwdB, as his Deputy. He then re-appointed, E.Comp. Paul Charles Wallace, PGStB, as Second Provincial Grand Principal and E.Comp.

John Peberdy, PAGDC, as Third Provincial Grand Principal.

The Grand Superintendent also appointed his new team of active Provincial Officers for the year and appointed and promoted many other Companions to past ranks.

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Russell Race addressed the Companions with news from Supreme Grand Chapter.

It was then the Most Excellent Grand Superintendent’s turn to address the Companions, during which he welcomed the heads and deputies of other orders and recorded his thanks to the many companions who worked so hard to make the day a success.

The Most Excellent Grand Superintendent gave a brief update on the latest initiatives promulgated by the Royal Arch Executive and recent social events, including the very successful Royal Arch Dinner

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Dance that took place in January.

Before completing the business for the day, the Most Excellent Grand Superintendent asked for E.Comps.

David Herbert and Rodney Dixon to be conducted to the Dais. He then had great pleasure in presenting them with his Certificate of Merit for their long and devoted service to the Province. The Scribe E, E.Comp. David Turner, read the extensive citations of each Companion and the MEGS added his own personal words of thanks and congratulations.

While a hymn was sung, a collection was made in aid of the 2022 Festival, a sum in excess of £1,150, excluding Gift-Aid, was collected.

Over 240 Companions from the various Chapters in the Province were present and helped to make the annual convocation a great success. Subsequently, over 200 Companions enjoyed the traditional Festive Board, where E.Comp.

Peter Williamson proposed the Toast to the Most Excellent Grand Superintendent.

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Morley Chapter Installation

The Morley Chapter, No 8320, took another step forward on the 25th April 2017.

Meeting at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester the Chapter was opened by the Principals, E.Comps. Graham Coley, Robert Rankin and Kevin Thompson. Although the Official Visitor was intended to be the Deputy Grand Superintendent, E.Comp. Noel Manby, in the event, he was unable to attend and E.Comp. John Townsend, Past Second Provincial Grand Principal, deputised for him, assisted by E.Comp Geoffery Searson, the Provincial Deputy Grand Director of Ceremonies.

Before the Installation ceremony, Supreme Grand Chapter Certificates were presented to Comps. Paul Bodycot and Christopher Panteli, by E.Comp. Andy Green.

The Installation was carried out with great sincerity, under the direction of E.Comp. Richard Sutton, the DC, with the robes being presented by E.Comps.

Graham Coley and Philip Dodd and Comp. Clive Watts.

In appointing and investing his Officers, the new First Principal, E.Comp. Robert Rankin, appointed and invested two new executive officers – E.Comp.

Graham Coley replaced E.Comp. Kelvin Johnson as Scribe E and E.Comp. Andy Green replaced E.Comp.

Jonathan Varley as Assistant DC.

After the ceremony, the Companions enjoyed a very convivial Festive Board in the Morley Dining Room.

Comp. Simon Oldfield proposed the Toast to the Provincial Grand Officers to which E.Comp. John Townsend responded.

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On Tuesday 21st March 2017, the Leicestershire and Rutland Chapter of Installed First Principals, No 7896, took another step forward. This was the day of the Installation of the new Principals and Chapter Officers for the ensuing year.

E.Comp, Richard Jelly PAGSoj, as MEZ, opened the Chapter and after confirming the Minutes of the previous meeting, received, the Official Visitor, the Provincial Grand Scribe E, E.Comp.

David Turner, accompanied by E.Comp. Anthony Sibson, a Past Provincial Deputy Grand Director of Ceremonies.

The accounts for the year ended 31st December 2016 were approved, with thanks to the Treasurer, E.Comp. Ian Betteridge PPGSoj, who was retiring after 7 years service.

The formal installations then took place.

E.Comp. John Peberdy PAGDC installed E.Comp.

Jonathan Varley PAGDC as the new J, Paul Wallace PGStB installed E.Comp. John Peberdy PAGDC as the new H, and E. Comp. Richard Jelly PAGSoj installed E.Comp. Paul Wallace PGStB as the new MEZ. E.Comp. Paul Wallace then appointed or reappointed and invested the remaining Officers, including E.Comp. Kenneth Evans as Scribe E and E.Comp. Noel Manby PGSwdB as Scribe N. E.Comp. Chris Packham, having been elected, was invested as the new Treasurer. E.Comp.

Gary McVeigh was re-appointed as DC, E.Comp.

John Hoskins was re-appointed as Almoner and E.Comp. Peter Williamson was re-appointed as Charity Steward. The Sojourners appointed were E.Comps. Anthony Wood PAGDC, Richard Moore PAGSoj and Anthony Sibson. E.Comp.

Tim Dixon was re-appointed as ADC, and E.Comp. Rodney B. Dixion was re-appointed as Organist. E.Comp. David Highton was appointed as Assistant Scribe E. The Stewards appointed were E.Comps. Michael Mee, David Turner, David Ayres, Ivan Scott, Ian Nesbitt and Terry Weston.

David Crocker was re-appointed as Janitor.

E.Comps. Andrew Norris and Peter Williamson were re-elected to serve on the Chapter Committee.

The MEZ then presented his paper entitled ‘A Brief Explanation of the Royal Arch Jewel’. This proved to be a most interesting presentation and was received with acclamation.

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Royal Arch Annual Summer Buffet

On Tuesday 20th June 2017, at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester, the Most Excellent Grand Superintendent, Comp. Peter Kinder accompanied by his wife Sandie, hosted the annual buffet supper for the recently appointed active Provincial Grand Chapter Officers and their ladies.

Peter and Sandie, supported by the Deputy Grand Superintendent, Noel Manby, the Second Provincial Grand Principal, Paul Wallace, and the Third Provincial Grand Principal, John Peberdy, accompanied by their ladies, welcomed over sixty guests, including a number of Grand Officers and those Companions who helped with the administrative arrangement on the day of the Provincial Grand Chapter meeting in March.

After reception drinks and a delightful sit-down buffet, Philip and Judy Dodd’s Tudor Choir provided a varied programme of musical entertainment. On this occasion Philip performed an amusing solo and Dr John Hennesy, a member of the choir, delivered an amusing song involving his trombone.

As a gesture of thanks to the Choir, the Grand Superintendent presented a cheque for £300 to Philip and Judy for LOROS, their chosen charity, and Judy was presented with a floral bouquet.

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The Most Excellent Grand Superintendent, Comp. Peter Kinder, was accompanied by 24 Companions from Leicestershire & Rutland for the April Investiture meeting of Supreme Grand Chapter. Peter was accompanied by the Deputy Grand Superintendent, E.Comp. Noel Manby, and the Second and Third Provincial Grand Principals, E.Companions. Paul Wallace and John Peberdy.

The Pro First Grand Principal, M.E.Comp. Peter Geoffrey Lowndes, presided over the meeting and our Companions were delighted to see him appoint and invest E.Comp John Hoskins to the rank of PGStB and Matt Toplis to the rank of PAGDC. There were also promotions for E.Comps David Hagger, PGSwdB, 30

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and E.Comps. Richard Davis and Michael Robinson, PAGSoj. Proceedings finished just before 1.00 pm and the Companions moved to the Grand Connaught Rooms for the official Lunch, where the Companions obviously enjoyed themselves.

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The White Ribbon Club freely and to discuss their Masonic journeys in a relaxed convivial atmosphere.

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With the summer now over and the flip flops finally dispatched to the back of the wardrobe for another year, our thoughts turn to the new Masonic season. During the summer months the WRC committee have been listening to the feedback we have received from Companions of the Province.

Along with our colleagues at the LBC we have agreed we should look to combine our resources whilst retaining our individual status. Many LBC members have now taken or are looking to take the fourth step in Masonry and as a result we have decided the LBC & WRC should combine resources and encourage greater links between the two organisations, encouraging all Master Masons to join the Royal Arch.

It is our intention to commence conjoined events allowing Master Masons & Companions to talk

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DEVONSHIRE COURT

Ascot Day at Devonshire Court The Residents of Devonshire Court, our Masonic Home at Oadby, together with Brethren of the Province, supported by family members, and friends enjoyed an exciting afternoon horse racing.

The races attracted a queue of people trying their luck, and each race was sponsored by Lodges, or individual Brethren and Friends.

There was a prize of a bottle of bubbly awarded to the owners of the winning Horse by the Chairman of the Friends of Devonshire Court, W. Bro. David Lathrope.

A prize was also awarded to the Lady with the best style “Ascot Hat”.

This event has been run by the Friends of Devonshire Court for a number of years, and is a part of their efforts to raise funds for the Friends Association, which endeavours to make the residents life happy and enjoyable.

“I do like to be beside the seaside” In July the Care Team from Devonshire Court, the R.M.B.I. Care home in Oadby, took many of the residents, including those suffering from dementia, on a day trip to Skegness.

The trip was part of a programme set up by the Home in which residents were invited to tell the team what was their dream. The team then went about trying to make their dreams come true.

One 96 year old lady wanted to go back to the place of her birth. This was achieved by taking her to Walthamstow where she was able to see the house where she was born, and sample the pie, mash, and liquor at Manzie’s café. Another resident, a Brother from Warwickshire was taken to the Richard III visitor Centre in Leicester.

The trip to Skegness was a great success. With very kind weather, and a wonderful drive through much of rural Leicestershire and Lincolnshire the party arrived at the seaside. After a packed lunch the residents were taken round the great seaside town, down to the beach, sampled the ice cream, seaside rock, and finished with fish and chips wrapped in paper, eaten on the sea front.

This wonderful day out was made possible by a generous donation from the Masonic Order of the Secret Monitor.

Houghton Singers to visit Devonshire Court The Lodge of Gratitude No.6514 is pleased to sponsor an upcoming spectacular event at Devonshire Court. On Sunday 26th November, the Houghton Singers will be delighting the residents of Devonshire Court for a wonderful afternoon of singing with a programme entitled “Christmas is just around the corner”, featuring carols and songs from the shows & popular old time sing along favourites.

The choral event is due to start at 3pm, and will include complimentary wine, sherry, cakes, teas & coffees. Tickets for Visitors are available from W.Bro. Richard Brocklehurst of the Lodge of Gratitude who can be reached at richardbrock@hotmail.co.uk

OTHER ORDERS

New Provincial Grand Master for the Mark Province On Tuesday 9th May 2017, at the Provincial Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons, held at Leicester, the Pro Grand Master M.W. Bro. Richard V Wallis, installed R.W. Bro. Phillip J. Mann G.Stwd as the Provincial Grand Master for the Mark Province of Leicestershire & Rutland .

R.W. Bro. Phillip succeeds R.W. Bro. Stephen Davison as the Provincial Grand Master, and is very much looking forward to the opportunity of leading this most wonderful degree in Freemasonry.

Mark Grand Lodge Investitures 13th June 2017 Leicestershire & Rutland Brethren Honoured As reported in the last issue of Leicester Square, the then Provincial Grand Master of the Mark Degree, R.W. Bro. Stephen Davison resigned from his Office in Leicestershire and Rutland to take on the role of Assistant Grand Master.

R.W. Bro. Steve’s appointment took place at the Annual Investiture Meeting held at Great Queen Street, London on June 13th 2017 by the Grand Master, Most Worshipful Brother His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent.

Also receiving appointments and promotions were: Past Provincial Grand Master, R.W. Bro. Anthony Morris re-appointed as Deputy President of the Mark Benevolent Fund Provincial Grand Chaplain, Revd. Anthony W. Avery (St. Peter’s No. 1078) promoted to Past Grand Junior Overseer (PGJO) which entitles him to use the appellation of Very Worshipful Brother (V.W. Bro.) W. Bro. Barrie Owen (Joey Dunlop No. 1881) promoted to Past Grand Junior Overseer (PGJO) which entitles him to use the appellation of Very Worshipful Brother (V.W. Bro.) W. Bro. John D. Pinnock (Simon de Montfort No. 194) promoted to Past Grand Senior Deacon (PGSD) W. Bro. Bruce White (Multum in Parvo No. 1775) promoted to Past Grand Senior Deacon (PGSD) Provincial Grand Registrar, W. Bro. Terry A. Weston (Stony Gate No. 751) first appointment to Grand Rank as Past Assistant Grand Director of Ceremonies (PAGDC) W. Bro. John R. E. Carter (Simon de Montfort No. 194) first appointment to Grand Rank as Past Assistant Grand Sword Bearer (PAGSwdB) Provincial Grand Charity Steward, W. Bro. Clive S. Weston (Wiclif No. 1068) first appointment to Grand Rank as Past Assistant Grand Sword Bearer (PAGSwdB) .

Rose Croix Annual Service and Lunch This annual event was held again with thanks to Illustrious Bro. John Manby for organising a most successful day.

This year’s event took place on Sunday 9th April 2017 in the stunning late 16th century Brooksby Hall within the 800 acre estate with the service being held in the Brooksby Church (dating back to the 13th century) and officiated by Canon Peter Taylor followed by a 3 course

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lunch finishing with a fun “Heads & Tails” activity.

Just under 60 people attended the event and with a nice warm sunny day, many chose to have their predinner drinks taking in the sun’s rays.

The Inspector General, Very Illustrious Bro. David Parkes Bowen finished off the day by thanking John Manby for organising the event

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and everybody for attending and hoped that they had all enjoyed the day as much as he had and looked forward to seeing everybody next year on Sunday 28th March 2018 where all members of the Order and their wives/partners would be made most welcome and most importantly that we have a most enjoyable time together.

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