Ballykelly Lol 699

04/06/2026

A member of the lodge is presently in Delft, Holland (Netherlands 🇳🇱) On his travels he visited Nieuwe Kerk and he took the below photo.

The father of King William III of England (William of Orange) was William II, Prince of Orange and he is buried in the Nieuwe Kerk (New Church) in Delft, Netherlands.

Key Details About the Burial Site: -

The Location: He is interred inside the subterranean Royal Crypt (Koninklijke Grafkelder) located beneath the church.

The Royal Tradition: This crypt serves as the primary final resting place for members of the Dutch Royal Family, a tradition that initially started with the family of William the Silent.

Historical Context: William II died unexpectedly of smallpox on November 6, 1650, at the young age of 24. His son, the future King William III, was born a week after his death.

(Note: While his father rests in the Netherlands, King William III himself is buried across the English Channel in Westminster Abbey in London).

26/04/2026

Congratulations to Bro Robert Magee in receiving his 50 year jewel and hopefully many more years to come. Your quiet guidance is appreciated

08/04/2026

Anyone wishing to join Ballykelly LOL699 contact this page or speak to any lodge member. Meeting 1st Tuesday of the month. We are making plans for our 175th Anniversary atm

🟠 Orange Invitation Day – Let’s Grow Together

Our Orange family is growing — and we want to keep that momentum going.

Every day is an opportunity to bring new members into the Institution, but on Sunday 19th April, we’re asking everyone to make a special effort.

👉 Invite a friend
👉 Bring along a family member
👉 Encourage a colleague

One conversation can make all the difference.
Together, we can continue to strengthen our lodges, build for the future, and keep the Orange story moving forward.

Let’s make Orange Invitation Day 2026 count.

28/03/2026

On March 28th 1972 Joseph Forsythe, aged 65, a builder’s labourer was murdered along with Robin McMichael when an IRA van bomb went off outside Limavady RUC station. Both men were sitting in a car which took the full force of the bomb. The van, which had been hijaked earlier in Limavady, exploded moments after IRA members had parked it. Joseph, who came from Ballykelly, was buried after a service in the village’s Presbyterian church.

Jospeh was a member of Ballykelly LOL 699 and Edenmore No Surrender ABOD. Although Robin was not a member of Ballykelly LOL699 he is survived by family members who are members of the lodge.

Remembering those 2 men today on the 54th Anniversary of their murder.

19/03/2026

Message the lodge page or contact any lodge member if you wish to join the lodge. Meetings are on the 1st Tuesday of each month.

05/03/2026

28/02/2026

The next in our series of events will be on the 17th March in the Heritage Centre to mark Saint Patrick's day.

Irish Stew and Entertainment featuring Trench Memorial Flute Band Limavady and Allen School of Irish Dancing all for £10

02/02/2026

Just a reminder to all those interested. Leanne Abernethy from Bushmills will be giving a funding lecture at Ballykelly Orange Hall tonight from 7pm. Tea and buns will be supplied. This is open to everyone including those not in the Loyal Orders

30/01/2026

A wonderful service was held yesterday evening for the installation of our Worshipful Master the Rev Brian Hassan as the minister of Tamlaghtfinlagan Parish Church and St John's (Myroe). The lodge wishes Rev Brian God's richest blessing in his Ministerial duties within the church which he attended in his youth and as a young man. Je Maintiendrai

28/01/2026

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