Eastern Area Freemasons
Friendship. Tradition. Charity.
Freemasonry
Making Good Men Better
Friendship
Meet new people from all backgrounds and build lifelong friendships
Tradition
Join a traditional fraternity that dates back 100’s of years.
Charity
Support the community both locally and worldwide.
Supporting charities locally & worldwide
The Freemason support a wide range of charities and organisation both at home and over seas.Â
In 2020/21 The Masonic Charitable Foundation supported by the Freemasons gave out over £24 Million in grants.
EASTERN AREA MASONIC NEWS
What has been happening in the Eastern Area.
Ben Brierley 3317 – Installation
On 11 October 2025, WBro Collin Willis was proclaimed Worshipful Master of Ben Brierley Lodge 3317 for his 2nd year in office. Good luck Colin, the lodge is in very safe hands.
Solidarity Lodge 7885 – Installation
On 25 September 2025, although not a traditional Masonic celebration the lodge celebrated not just their installation but their 500th meeting. Â It was a splendid Installation meeting with our APGM but also with a gift from the Lodge of a commemorative notebook and...
Discover the Royal Arch – A Red Table Event in Rochdale
On 22 September 2025, brethren from across the Eastern Area – and even beyond – gathered at Rochdale Masonic Hall for a truly special occasion: a Royal Arch Red Table event. For those unfamiliar, the Royal Arch is often described as the completion of pure Antient...