Fylde Lodge of Mark Master Masons No 296 |
|
| First meeting of the new season for Fylde Mark Lodge on Thursday 25th September 2025 at the Masonic Hall, Adelaide Street, Blackpool. | |
 |
|
| 14 Brethren present for a business meeting with an additional presentation on the Royal Ark Mariners. | |
 |
|
| The WM, WBro. John Earnshaw opened the Lodge. | |
| A eulogy was given for Bro. Brian Purdie who passed away in May, by WBro. Ray Lamb acting DC for the night. The Brethren stood to order for a period of reflection for departed merit. | |
 |
|
 |
|
 |
|
| The WM worked through the business including a declaration that WBro. Dennis Askham PPrGSD, be Master Elect for the ensuing year. WBro. Askham thanked the Brethren. | |
 |
|
| WBro. Craig Scott ProvGStwd, was declared as the Treasurer for the ensuing year and he thanked the Brethren for their ongoing trust. | |
 |
|
 |
|
| WBro. Ray Lamb PPrGJW, then gave a very interesting presentation on the Royal Ark Mariner degree which was warmly received by the Brethren. | |
 |
|
| The Lodge was closed and the Brethren retired to the bar and onto the festive board. | |
 |
|
| Lively discussion and a friendly atmosphere accompanied the meal! | |
 |
|
| A raffle was organised by WBro. Peter Green PPrGSO, which raised £65 for the charities! | |
 |
|
| A good night was had by all! | |
| Words and pictures by Tony Cross |
