Brethren, we have finally reached the conclusion of our 2021 Festival for the benefit of the Mark Benevolent Fund. It has been a long and challenging road and one which has been overshadowed by the Covid-19 pandemic, which none of us could ever have imagined.… Read more “2021 Festival, the end”
Category: 2021 Festival News
Tony Davies Memorial Walk
24 June 2021 Tony Davies Memorial Walk in the Dark Peak around Blackhill near Holmfirth.
On an overcast day, an enthusiastic group (see photo) of walkers started on the much-heralded and postponed walk in memory of Tony, the first 2021 Festival chairman.… Read more “Tony Davies Memorial Walk”
MBF 2021 Festival – Update
It is with no little sadness that I have to announce that the Festival Banquet scheduled for 3rd July has been cancelled due to the extension of the Covid-19 lockdown measures. I am sure that this is disappointing for everyone who was planning to attend but particularly for the Banquet Committee who have worked so hard, for so long, to put on an event worthy of the occasion and our Province.… Read more “MBF 2021 Festival – Update”
“AND Finally: The Tony Memorial Festival Walk June 24 start 1000
The Tony Memorial Festival Walk June 24 start 1000 at Digley Reservoir South Car park Map ref 109067 -OS Map OL1, Postcode HD9 2RX, off Fieldhead Lane
The walk is in the Blackhill area of the Peak District. Suggested route from Greenfield: A635 to Holmfirth- pass Huntsman pub on left where walkers can
To all receiving Past Provincial Grand Rank promotion
“Many congratulations to all receiving Past Provincial Grand Rank promotion this year ! I have available numerous second-hand Collar Jewels at just £10 and Dress Apron Badges at just £5. All are in good condition and prices include P&P – ranks available as pictured.… Read more “To all receiving Past Provincial Grand Rank promotion”
Sale- Can you help me?
As we know, over the last few years WBro Garry Errock PGStB has been raising money for the East Lancashire Mark 2021 MBF Festival by selling regalia etc., donated by East Lancs Mark Brethren and Lodges, mainly via eBay. The current total raised now stands at just over £42,000!… Read more “Sale- Can you help me?”
Support the 2021 Festival
Brethren, It is easy to donate to the 2021 Festival, by Credit Card, by individual personal cheque, by standing order and by your own lodges making donations.
By Credit Card
You can make a personal donation to the 2021 Mark festival and pay by credit card by clicking the button below and completing the included form Donate by Credit Card
By Personal Cheque
You can make a personal donation to the 2021 Mark festival and pay by cheque by clicking the button below and completing the included form Donate by Cheque
By Standing Order
You can make a regular donation to the 2021 Mark festival and pay by standing order by clicking the button below and completing the included form Create Standing Order
Lodge Donations
As a Lodge, we have one form which enables a quick and smooth donation process Make Lodge Donation
Completed ‘Individual ONE-OFF’ and ‘Lodge Giving’ donation forms and cheques (made payable to East Lancs Mark 2021 Festival‘) should be returned to D.J.Rainsbury,