What a fantastic and memorable evening at Pontefract Lodge of Royal Ark Mariners No. 878, where we had the pleasure of witnessing W.Bro. Ian Robertson installed into the Chair as our new Commander in fine style. The ceremony was expertly conducted by his nephew, W.Bro. David Whitelaw, who took the Chair of the Lodge in …
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Tapton Hall, Sheffield on Saturday 3rd October 2026 saw Brethren from across the Province gather to see those Brethren to be appointed to Provincial Royal Ark Mariner Grand Rank and of course enjoy the company of The Carl Whitehead Lodge of RAM No. 110. It was a fabulous day enjoyed by the Brethren and their better …
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What a super night on Thursday 24th September 2026 at Pontefract Masonic Hall to celebrate Ian’s fabulous achievements both as a man and a mason. Ian was Advanced into Pontefract Lodge of M.M.M. No. 878 on the 23rd of September 1976 and has not looked back since. Ian was born in Oldham Lancashire, 1947 and went to …
This evening saw The Deputy Provincial Grand Master V. W.Bro. Andrew James Brown, along with Assistant PGM, G.Gary Parker, accompanied by a numerous retinue of over 20 Acting Provincial Grand Officers and members of the West Yorkshire Provincial Grand Stewards Lodge attend Prince Edward Mark Lodge at Blenheim House at Batley for an Escorted Visit. …
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Tuesday 22nd September 2026 and what a ‘Reponing’ it was. Hoyle Court in Baildon was the host and what a super venue for it. The wonderful main temple being easily able to cope with the sixty plus who attended to see White Rose reborn as a Lodge for Grand Lodge officers. Current rulers and past rulers present together …
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Pudsey Masonic Hall Monday 21st September and Pudsey RAM No. 658 were honoured with the presence of W. Bro. Philip Oldfield and W. Bro. G. Gary Parker both Assistant Provincial Grand Masters. Philip was there with an escort to witness the Porphyry stone being delivered in fine style by a delegation of Pontefract Lodge of RAM No.878 …
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On 10th July 2026, the Pontefract Masonic Hall played host to a memorable and spirited meeting of the Pontefract Lodge of Royal Ark Mariners No. 878. It was a delight to witness such a strong turnout for the Escorted Visit from the Provincial Grand Master, who was ably assisted by W.Bro. Clive Hawkins, the Provincial Grand …
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Sunday Lunch 28th June 2026. This has become a must attend event for many Mark and Royal Ark mariner Masons in the Province and this was no exception. The Dining room was throng with Brethren, their families and guests not forgetting the Provincial Grand Master, Right Worshipful Brother Trevor Bolton and his Lady, Pamela, all …
The holiday this year was again at The Inn on The Prom St. Annes, Lancashire. It ran from Sunday 14th June until Sunday 21st June. For a second year we had the benefit of using our very own W.Bro. Mick Jessop as our driver/tour advisor and all round helper. We do thank Mick for all his efforts that …
On the 16th June 2026, Elmete Lodge of Royal Ark Mariners No. 111 hosted a truly memorable meeting at Westbourne House. It was a pleasure to see the Lodge in such fine form, welcoming a distinguished delegation headed by the Deputy Provincial Grand Master, supported by the Assistant Provincial Grand Master and a goodly number …
