I am very pleased to report that, thanks to on-going donations of all types of unwanted regalia, the total raised for the Mark 2021 Festival in just over 2 years now stands at over £10000 (incl.Gift Aid).
Some facts and figures:
Following his Mark Lodge visits in 2016/17 by WBro. Ron Coucill, due to the generosity of the Brethren of the Lodges already visited and other outside sources, the Sponsorship money raised at the end of January for the 2021 Festival now stands at a magnificent £476.50 !… Read more “Marathon Man Raises £476.50 for Festival !”
The usual Canons Close December meeting took place on the 13th December. Two of our stalwarts were unfortunately absent – Geoff & Edith Bleakley (who are both being kept in a secure wing somewhere). Get well soon both of you, for those who
For your donation of £35 you will receive 12 bottles of this excellent brew. Please order by December 6th for Christmas delivery.
Call Colin Bodimeade on 07831 419181 or email me at colbodmmm@bodimeade.me.uk
Happy Christmas and New Year !
At our November meeting, we welcomed David Bleackley who gave a talk on the changing face of the police force. It brought back many memories of the “Good old days”.
Tuesday night on the 25th October saw the Installation of WBro Ed Barton as Worshipful Master of 990 at Manchester Hall.
Over 70 Brethren attended the meeting including the PGM RWBro Alex Sillars McLaren, his Deputy WBro John Hartley Smith together with his 2 APGMs WBros Tony Davies and Gerry Young.The… Read more “East Lancs Provincial Grand Officers Lodge No.990 – Installation”
A full report on the Annual Charity Banquet which took place at Middleton Masonic Hall last Saturday is now available to view on the 2021 Festival Website http://www.2021festival.co.uk/2016-annual-charity-banquet/