Summer train trip for ELMBF

In East Lancashire, we have the ELMBF (East Lancashire Mark Benevolent Fund) our own Provincial Mark Charity who administer and distribute funds raised within the province of East Lancashire and any National donations provided by the Mark Benevolent Fund.

In addition to its responsibility for the administration of two groups of properties in East Lancashire, provided to

Temperance Lodge No.56 – Installation Thurs 15th October 2015

The PGM, RWBro Alexander Sillars McLaren receives cheques from WM Bro.Thomas GalvinWorshipful Master WBro Peter Evens Installed Bro Thomas Joseph Galvin SW, as Worshipful Master for the ensuing year. The Installation Ceremony and all other items on the summons were presented very well in a most sincere and dignified manner.The Lodge donated £50 to defray the

Canons Close News

CC1The morning mists rolling across the gardens
make us aware that Autumn is creeping up on us.
The gardens though are still very colourful with begonias
and lobelia while the newly planted roses are

Vacancies at Canons Close

Canons CloseVacancies have now arisen at ELMBFs purpose-built development and here’s a report from one of its long-term residents, WBro Geoff Bleackley – Canons Close is a small enclave of bungalows and flats in

Mossley RAM 1381

IMG-20150305-00004Thursday the 5th of March 2015 the Mossley RAM 1381 meeting saw fourteen members and two visitors enjoy a very interesting paper of Masonic interest. Delivered with good humour by the Worshipful Commander.

Duck Race – A Fund Raiser for the ELMBF

click here for event posterSunday 19th April 2015 A Fun Fundraiser for ELMBF. 12 pm to 3 pm. Come and join the Fellowship and Fun. “Real Ale & Hot Food.” Great Children’s Play Area.

A great day for Canon’s Close

Mark Benevolent Fund logoFriday 21st November 2014  marked the formal opening of the new
gardens at Canon’s Close by Rt W Bro John Prizeman. John is the president of the Mark Benevolent fund, in London, and we were proud to give him a conducted tour of the site in order to