Lodge of Cycling

21/03/2026

21/03/2026

Members of the Lodge of Cycling, Leicester’s Freemasons lodge dedicated to cycling, were proud to attend Wednesday's fantastic inclusive cycling session at Abbey Park — and even prouder to present a donation of £2,731 to Leicester Wheels For All in support of their Great Central Rides project.

The event was especially memorable as it was attended by Chris Boardman CBE — Olympic champion, Active Travel England Commissioner, and now the new patron of the Wheels for All charity.

Chris Boardman visited the Leicester hub to show his support for inclusive, community-based cycling, championing opportunities that enable disabled people to enjoy cycling through specialised bikes, trikes, and adaptive equipment. As Chair of Sport England and a long-time advocate for active travel, he continues to highlight how accessible cycling can transform wellbeing and strengthen community spaces.

💙 The Leicester Wheels for All club offers cycling for people of all ages and abilities, and we are thrilled that our donation will help them continue this vital work.

A huge thank you to lodge members and supporters whose generosity made this contribution possible. Together, we’re helping to bring the joy and freedom of cycling to everyone.

United Grand Lodge of England Leicestershire and Rutland Freemasons

14/12/2025

Discover the Lodge of Cycling.

In Leicester we have a special interest lodge that brings together Freemasonry and a passion for cycling.

The Lodge of Cycling actively ride for charity, community and health — using their wheels to make a difference and live our principles. Whether you’re an experienced rider or simply enjoy being active and part of a team, this lodge is about camaraderie and the open road.

If you’re a Freemason who loves cycling or is curious about combining the ride with a meaningful fraternal community, this might be the place for you.

06/12/2025

🚴 Congratulations to Raj Solanki!

On Monday, 1st December, Raj was installed as Master of the Jason Lodge of Cycling at Freemasons’ Hall, Leicester. Raj is a passionate cyclist, having completed the 300-mile Tercentenary charity ride and many more adventures. The installation was conducted by Simon Oldfield—another dedicated cyclist!

Did you know? Leicester has a rich cycling heritage:

🚲It hosted the 1970 UCI Road and Track World Championships, bringing the world’s best riders, including legends like Eddy Merckx, to Mallory Park and Saffron Lane Velodrome.

🚲Leicester was a hub for cycle manufacturing and retail, with Halfords originating from Halford Street (opposite the previous Freemasons' Hall) in Leicester in 1902.

🚲The city also saw pioneers like Henry Curry and Walter Sturgess promoting cycling as a sport and leisure activity.

🚲Leicester riders have competed at the highest levels, and the city’s parks were once home to popular cycle races.

The Lodge of Cycling was formed for Freemasons who share a love of cycling, and Raj is already planning an exciting sportive in Leicestershire during his year as Master.

👉 Interested in learning more about the Lodge? Drop us a DM, we’d love to hear from you!

29/08/2025

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