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Invicta Lodge of Ashford No.709 Welcomes Army Cadets.
On Friday 10th April, 10 Cadets from the Ashford Tobruk Cadet Detachment visited the Ashford Masonic Centre as guests of Invicta Lodge of Ashford. Invicta Lodge are seeking to support the Ashford Army Cadets as part of the Armed Forces Covenant which was signed by...
East Kent Freemason completes extreme 500km Arctic endurance challenge in support of Kent charities
A Freemason from Broadstairs in Kent, has recently completed one of the most extreme endurance challenges in the world, using it as a platform to support local charities and demonstrate the values at the heart of Freemasonry. Rob Wilkinson, a member of Porta...
Provincial Officers Mess 19th March 2026: An Observer’s Report
I don’t know how they do it, but nearly every Provincial Officers’ Mess Meeting seems to be held in glorious weather. Maybe we should hold them as barbecues outdoors. “More onions on your sausage, Sir?” The Provincial Officers’ Mess is for all Freemasons in East Kent...
An Operative Mason and a Morse of Lewises
Some might say it’s risky to do anything on Friday the thirteenth. Not so for the Duke of Kent Lodge No 5818, who had a very memorable meeting on Friday 13th February 2026 – for all the right reasons. It seemed at first glance a simple and straightforward Second...
Raising Hope for MND – A Remarkable Journey of Dedication and Charity
My name is Jeremy Tettmar, and I would like to share a story about a charity that has become deeply important to both my wife, Sharon, and me. Motor Neurone Disease (MND) has touched our family personally, and it continues to inspire our commitment to raising...
A Lodge Making a Real Difference
The Erasmus Wilson Lodge – A Season of Generosity and Community SpiritAs the festive season approached, the brethren of the Erasmus Wilson Lodge embraced the true spirit of giving with remarkable enthusiasm. At their pre‑Christmas meetings, members agreed that this...