Sion Lodge 7562

21/02/2026

A fantastic evening was had by all at our Installation meeting last night.

Our Festive Board went on until just gone 4am 🤕

Sionites were back to work sharp this morning to restore North Shields Masonic Hall to a business as usual condition.

A huge thank you from the Lodge to all who came along to celebrate with us - we had dozens of visitors from across the Province. 🗺️

Our new Worshipful Master will be out across the Province visiting your Lodges, as a thank you to you all, for supporting him and our Lodge, on such a special occasion 🤠

20/02/2026

We are all set up for what promises to be a fantastic evening!

There are a few logs on the fire 🔥

The caterer is busy prepping 🍴

The 🍺 is cooking.

We very much look forward to seeing our visitors this evening - we start at 5pm ⏰ - there'll be plenty space upstairs for last minute visitors.

Best of luck to Newcastle-upon-Tyne Lodge 24 who'll be celebrating at the same time.

10/02/2026

Rehearsal 2 of 4 completed - our current WM is hard at work and it's shaping up to be a fantastic evening!

Why not come along and support our Brethren taking new offices!

Curtain-up at 5pm.

🤝 🎭

We've held our first rehearsal this morning in preparation for our Annual Installation meeting on Friday 20th February!

We'll be starting at 5pm for those who haven't signed up yet.

It's our SW/ME first time in the Chair, so we'll have a full installation ceremony, inclusive of the appointment of our new Officers - with Master Masons taking office for their very first time.

Message us now, or email [email protected] to secure your place!

If you like 🍰 🤝 🎵 🥧 then there's only one place to be!

08/02/2026

We've held our first rehearsal this morning in preparation for our Annual Installation meeting on Friday 20th February!

We'll be starting at 5pm for those who haven't signed up yet.

It's our SW/ME first time in the Chair, so we'll have a full installation ceremony, inclusive of the appointment of our new Officers - with Master Masons taking office for their very first time.

Message us now, or email [email protected] to secure your place!

If you like 🍰 🤝 🎵 🥧 then there's only one place to be!

26/01/2026

We've had a fantastic evening at St. Wilfrid Lodge 5439 at North Shields Masonic Hall.

A new Master was installed, our current Master, Master Elect and a group of our Brethren went along to mark the occasion, and to pick up some tips on how it should be done 👏🏻

We're counting the days to our own Installation Meeting ⏰

If you don't have anything in your diary for Friday 20th February, drop our secretary at email at [email protected] and secure your place 🗓️

Next stop Lindisfarne Lodge 2762 on Wednesday for their Burns night celebration, will we see you there? 👀

24/01/2026

Our preparations are well underway for the Annual Meeting when our Senior Warden, Master Elect, will be installed as Master of the Lodge 🪑

We'll be kicking off early, breaking for coffee & cake, then cracking on with our work.

Our outgoing Master is finishing off his first year in the Chair by installing our SWME for his first time also, it promises to be a memorable occasion 🎉

Our Festive board will be complete with a four course meal and an opportunity to rid yourselves of your hard earned cash! 💰

The meal will be:
Spicy Three Root Soup
Steak & Ale Pie with Mashed Potato
Chocolate Brownie with Ice Cream
Cheeseboard

We hope to see many of our friends from North Shields, across the Province and beyond to help us make this a special night for our outgoing and incoming Masters 🤝 🚶🏻‍♂️

To let us know you're attending either get in touch with us by Direct Message, or email our secretary at [email protected] ✉️

17/01/2026

16/01/2026

On Friday 20th February our Worshipful Master Gareth Marijt will install his successor, our Senior Warden-Master Elect for the ensuing year 🪑

Join us from 5pm, or around 5:45 at our interval.

There'll be a four course meal to follow and the festive board will continue into the small hours ⏰

You're guaranteed a warm welcome and a lie in the day following is recommended! 🛏️

We hope to see as many of our friends from across the Province and beyond 🗺️ 🤝

24/12/2025

To Our Brethren wherever dispersed, your families, our friends and those we have yet to meet...

A Very Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁

21/12/2025

Freemasonry in the UK is about becoming the best version of yourself. 🤝

It offers lifelong friendships, personal development, and the chance to give back through charity and community support 💰

Rooted in tradition yet relevant today, Freemasonry brings together men from all walks of life who value integrity, kindness, and self-improvement.

There are many Lodges to choose from across North Tyneside/Newcastle/Northumberland and beyond, but some would say that Sion Lodge is probably... The best Lodge in the 🌎

Curious? The first step is simply to ask 🤝

13/12/2025

Sion Lodge - Probably the best Lodge in the 🌎

Discover Freemasonry in North Shields

Friendship • Tradition • Self-Improvement

At North Shields Masonic Hall, men from all walks of life come together to build lifelong friendships, support their local community, and work on becoming the best versions of themselves.

What Freemasonry Offers
🤝 Genuine Friendship – Meet like-minded people in a welcoming, respectful environment

🧭 Personal Development – Build confidence, leadership, and communication skills

🏛️ Tradition & Values – Be part of a worldwide organisation rooted in integrity, charity, and respect

❤️ Community & Charity – Make a real difference locally and beyond

Who Can Join?
You don’t need family connections or special knowledge.

If you are:

Over 18
Of good character
Interested in self-improvement and helping others

…Freemasonry could be for you.

Visit Us
North Shields Masonic Hall is a historic and welcoming venue where curiosity is encouraged and questions are always welcome. Whether you’re simply interested or ready to take the next step, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

We have some fantastic Lodges with Sion Lodge 7562 , Lindisfarne Lodge 2762, St. Wilfrid Lodge 5439 and many more...

Freemasonry in North Shields: more than you expect, exactly what you’re looking for.