18/10/2026
What a evening in Markethill yesterday and we arent just talking about the weather! The sun was shinning down as we gathered to unfurl and dedicate our brand new banner. A huge thank you to all those across the District, the County and further afield for joining us on this special occasion. Special thanks also must go to the Rev David McLaughlin for officiating the service and to Bro Bertie Marshall for unfurling the banner. Bro Marshall was instrumental in the reformation of our lodge 40 years ago so it was only fitting he conducted the unfurling…without him we would not be where we are today.
We might be slightly biased in saying it truly is a work of art. William Magowan deserves all the credit for this, his incredible craftmanship on show for all to see. King William III as a young boy on one side pointing towards youth and heritage with Markethill Orange Memorial Stone on the other, which also was erected 40 years ago, paying tribute to those within our community who gave the ultimate sacrifice. We couldnt be happier with how it turned out and we look forward to parading proudly alongside it in the years to come.
A truly fitting end to the marching season in our 40th Anniversary year!
