Whalley Masonic Hall

15/03/2026

15/03/2026

Once again Abbey Lodge’s high-tech Race Course graced our Hall for a night of family fun fundraising on Saturday 14 March 2026.

The Race goers took their places in the Stands as the Course Steward announced that the going was firm and that he expected some record-braking performances from the horses and jokeys competing. There were 7 races on the evening’s card the first 6 being sponsored by members of Abbey Lodge and a seventh race between them. There would be a break in the racing after the fourth race so that refreshments could be taken in a relaxed atmosphere.

The first race sponsored by Alan Dunnicliff and run as the DC Handicap was won by Drainoff owned by Miss Imogen Fraser. There then followed the Tutter’s Corner Stakes sponsored by Ray Evans and won by Provincial Prancer who was owned by Pauline Bond. The Veterinary Stakes sponsored by All Creatures Great and Small Kennels saw Pomfrey’s Tricky Woo win for owner Eric Bond. The fourth race, the Endurance Course, sponsored by Alan Holderness was won by Sarie Marie by 3 lengths owned by Abbey Lodge’s Worshipful Master, Tony McHugh. This was the first of a trio of consecutive wins by owners from the McHugh stable as The Dunes Handicap was won by Mustapha Camel owned by Sue McHugh followed by the FNAF Derby won by Foxy owned by Kieran McHugh.

The last race of the evening, The Master’s Cup, was won by Dalek Khan owned by an absent Ray Evans who won a lovely hamper.

There was lots of family fun for those in attendance and a handsome £384 was raised for worthy causes.

Thanks to all those that made the evening so enjoyable and making it happen.

15/02/2026

Once again Abbey Lodge's high-tech Race Course will grace our Hall for a night of fun fundraising. Places in the Stands are going quickly. DM the Course Steward or email [email protected] to reserve your seats - binoculars optional.

31/12/2025

Wishing all our followers a happy and prosperous new year.

There's been Freemasonry in Whalley, Lancashire since 1894 - the year Blackpool Tower was opened to the public. We have a Little Gem of a Lodge Room hidden behind the door of 12 Accrington Road full of local history. We welcome genuine enquiries and visitors.

02/12/2025

After 106 years Priory Lodge of Mark Master Masons, No. 693 meeting in Whalley will close tomorrow and surrender its Warrant. It was founded by a number of Abbey Craft Lodge members and others on 15th September 1919.

In recent times the membership has declined to such an extent that the Lodge became unviable.

But there is some good news!

The few brethren of Priory Lodge will join Starkie Lodge of Mark Master Masons, No. 159 and this Lodge will meet at Whalley.

More information after tomorrow.

02/12/2025

Our Hall is getting into the mood for Christmas with a little tree and lights display during the hours of darkness above the front door.

24/10/2025

Everything is ready at the Hall for this weekend's Open Days. Look for the yellow signs in the ground floor windows if you don't know where Number 10 Accrington Road, Whalley is. See you there between 10am and 2pm this Saturday and Sunday.

05/10/2025

Come see what's behind the black door of 12 Accrington Road, Whalley.

27/09/2025

Just a calendar month away from our Open Weekend.

Put it in your diary and come along to see what's behind the black door at 12, Accrington Road, Whalley.

20/09/2025

We are really pleased to be an integral part of this campaign.

Come see what's behind the black door of 12, Accrington Road, Whalley on Saturday 25th October or Sunday 26th October between 10am and 2pm each day.

We have two upcoming Membership Events in the Ribble Valley, giving our Area Brethren the opportunity to invite their non Masonic friends, family and colleagues to get a closer look at Freemasonry and potential Membership. To book for the White Table, please use the QR code on the poster or click the link here: https://forms.gle/gfpEw396ED84grty7

To read more about Membership, please click here: https://eastlancashirefreemasons.org/become-a-freemason/

22/08/2025

Images from yesterday's fifth Cooperman Memorial Shoot held at Coniston Cold Shooting Ground hosted by Abbey Lodge 2529.

40 shooters enjoyed the fine weather and aided by qualified instructors went around the stands revealing their shooting skills.

The funds raised will be donated to worthy causes particularly the local charities that John and Susan Cooper held dear to their hearts.