Driffield Masonic Hall

Driffield Masonic Hall Driffield Masonic Hall is a hidden gem in the town centre, available to hire for weddings, parties, community events, meetings and conferences.

A versatile, welcoming venue with great facilities to suit every occasion.

On Wednesday 20th May, Sykes Lodge 1040 of Driffield had the extreme pleasure of installing Bro. Oliver Parker into the ...
26/05/2026

On Wednesday 20th May, Sykes Lodge 1040 of Driffield had the extreme pleasure of installing Bro. Oliver Parker into the Chair of King Solomon, making him the youngest Worshipful Master of Sykes Lodge in 129 years.

“It’s a great honour to be installed as Worshipful Master. Looking forward to serving the brethren and strengthening our lodge together.”

The ceremony was thoroughly enjoyable and well attended, followed by an excellent festive board enjoyed by all, thanks to the fantastic service provided by RMM Catering.

We are all looking forward to an excellent year ahead under the leadership of W.Bro. Parker, who certainly has big shoes to fill following a fantastic year by W.Bro. Michael Beckett.

Congratulations once again to W.Bro. Oliver Parker and all officers appointed and invested on the evening.

Brethren, what first drew you to Freemasonry… and more importantly, what made you stay?For me, I’d always known people i...
20/05/2026

Brethren, what first drew you to Freemasonry… and more importantly, what made you stay?

For me, I’d always known people involved in Freemasonry, so initially it was curiosity that brought me through the door.

What made me stay was something completely different.

The friendship. The sense of purpose. The charity work. The self-worth and identity outside of work and family life. Being part of something bigger than yourself whilst still remaining grounded in your local community.

And of course… the food.

We’re very fortunate at Driffield Masonic Hall to have excellent catering from R. M. M Catering, which certainly helps after a long meeting.

One thing many people don’t realise is that every Mason’s journey is different. Some join through family connections, some through friends, some through curiosity, and some simply because they were looking for friendship and direction at the right time in life.

So let’s hear yours in the comments below.

What first drew you to Freemasonry… and what made you stay?





19/05/2026

Looking for a venue in Driffield for your club, class, event or celebration?

The Masonic Hall Driffield offers a spacious and adaptable venue available for both one-off bookings and regular weekly or monthly lets.

Over recent months we’ve welcomed a wide variety of groups and events including:
• Slimming World
• Baby Sensory classes
• Cake decorating workshops
• Dance classes
• Darts tournaments
• Veterans Breakfast gatherings
• Birthday parties and celebrations

Whether you’re planning a party, running a community group, hosting a class or searching for a regular meeting space, we may have the perfect venue for you.

With flexible layouts and a welcoming atmosphere, The Masonic Hall Driffield is a fantastic local space right in the heart of the community.

For availability and further information please contact:
📧 [email protected]

Please show your Support for Victoria Inn’s upcoming darts Competition. Brand new set up in Wetwang which looks amazing....
18/05/2026

Please show your Support for Victoria Inn’s upcoming darts Competition. Brand new set up in Wetwang which looks amazing.
As a darting community we need to back these tournaments or risk losing them all together.

Ages 14+ and can pay on the day

Details below 👇 ⬇️ 👇

It’s Installation Month for Sykes Lodge 1040 at Driffield Masonic Hall.Whilst we don’t normally speak too much about cer...
18/05/2026

It’s Installation Month for Sykes Lodge 1040 at Driffield Masonic Hall.

Whilst we don’t normally speak too much about ceremony, this is always one of the biggest and most important meetings of the Masonic year.

This month, Sykes Lodge will install its new Worshipful Master, who will guide the Lodge for the next 12 months.

For those outside Freemasonry, the Worshipful Master is essentially the elected chairman of the Lodge for the year — responsible for leading meetings, supporting members, and continuing the traditions and values that have kept Sykes Lodge going strong for 162 years.

It’s a night that brings together experience, tradition, friendship, plenty of laughter, and usually a good festive board afterwards too. Even the goat has fun.

One of the nicest parts of Freemasonry is seeing members progress through the various offices over time, building confidence, friendships, and memories along the way.

12/05/2026

Children who have experienced domestic violence are more likely to struggle with mental health problems, low self-worth, develop unhealthy coping mechanisms and may begin to repeat behaviours seen in their domestic setting.

Thanks to your generous donations, we are proud to be supporting dozens of charities every year who help make a lasting difference to children affected by domestic abuse ❤️

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This year marks 162 years of Sykes Lodge being part of Driffield’s history.It’s been a while since I last posted on the ...
10/05/2026

This year marks 162 years of Sykes Lodge being part of Driffield’s history.

It’s been a while since I last posted on the Driffield Masonic Hall page. Between career changes, health issues and busy lives, time has run away a bit recently so I apologise for the recent silence.

It feels only right to return by celebrating something special. 162 years. Wow. At 41 that’s almost 4 times as long as I’ve been alive!

Generations of local men have walked through the doors of Driffield Masonic Hall — building friendships, supporting the community, and becoming part of something that lasts far beyond themselves.

And despite what many people assume, Freemasonry isn’t just “an old man’s club.”

In fact, Sykes Lodge is proud to have some of the youngest members in the whole Province of Yorkshire, North & East Ridings.

We’ve got members from all walks of life and all age groups — different careers, different backgrounds, all brought together by shared values, friendship, self-improvement, and community spirit.

In a world where people are increasingly disconnected, having somewhere you genuinely belong matters more than ever.

Freemasonry gives people that.

Not through pressure or status, but through friendship, support, charity work, tradition, and the chance to grow as a person alongside others who want to make a positive difference.

Behind the walls of your local Masonic Hall are ordinary local people:
• neighbours
• tradesmen
• business owners
• sons, fathers, brothers and friends

Men who simply want to support one another and contribute positively to the community around them.

Whether it’s fundraising, helping local causes, supporting fellow members through difficult times, or simply sharing good company over a meal, the impact of Freemasonry often reaches far further than people realise.

So if you’ve ever been curious about the building you’ve driven past a hundred times, why not start a conversation?

The door has been open in Driffield for 162 years — and it still is today.

If you'd like to know more about Sykes Lodge or Freemasonry in general, feel free to get in touch.

10/05/2026

We were delighted to welcome the Daily Mail to Freemasons' Hall to meet 30 Freemasons from all walks of life 👨‍🚒👨‍⚕️👨‍⚖️

From beekeepers to doctors, people from across the country shared how Freemasonry has shaped their lives, supported them through challenges, and built lifelong friendships! 🤝📷

Read the full article below:
https://tinyurl.com/yzkc8cf6

21/04/2026

At a Masonic dinner – what we call the Festive Board – following a toast, you may hear the word "Fire" called out, accompanied by a coordinated series of movements and claps.

To those seeing it for the first time, it can seem unusual.

But its origins are rooted in history.

The practice derives from traditional military customs, where gun salutes and musket volleys were fired to honour important occasions or individuals.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, it was also common to fire a volley after drinking a toast.

As Freemasonry developed during this period, it naturally adopted elements of these wider customs – and Masonic Fire was born.

In some Lodges, the tradition is expressed slightly differently, with specially designed firing glasses (pictured) being brought down onto the table in unison rather than clapping.

It carries no deeper ritual meaning – it is part of the convivial, social side of Freemasonry.

But in a military Lodge such as ours, it perhaps carries an added resonance – a small echo of the heritage many of our members share.

✦ Inspired by the writings of V.W.Bro. Roger Jago.
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31/03/2026

📢 New Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master/Most Excellent Grand Superintendent for the Province of Yorkshire North and East Ridings

Dear Brethren and Companions,

This afternoon we have received notification from United Grand Lodge of England that RW Bro. Mark Iveson PAGDC has been appointed as the new Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master/Most Excellent Grand Superintendent of the Province of Yorkshire North and East Ridings effective from 13 March 2026.

May I ask that you join the Provincial Officers in Charge and the wider Executive in offering your congratulations on his appointment and wishing him the very best of luck for the future.

Yours sincerely and fraternally,

Tony

W. Bro. Antony V. Stevenson
Provincial Grand Secretary/Provincial Grand Scribe Ezra

Province of Yorkshire North and East Ridings

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