Shropshire Freemasonry

29/08/2026

W.Bro’s Dave Hedley & Simon Birch of Teme Lodge No 4267 braved the weather and attended the Knighton show today promoting Freemasonry within Shropshire!
Well done both

28/08/2026

What a night to remember for Charlie and Shropshire Widows Sons!

The Shropshire Chapter of the Widows Sons were out in force to support our brother William “Charlie” Bingham as he was raised to the sublime degree of a Master Mason and proudly patched in on the evening as a full Widows Sons member. A truly proud and well-deserved

The lodge was consecrated in the same building (Castle Hall, Bridgnorth) exactly 150 years ago on the 25th August 1876, a very special milestone!

The support on the evening was outstanding, with members of the Shropshire Widows Sons in attendance alongside our Provincial Grand Master, who proudly joins us as an honorary member of the SWS - The brotherhood, camaraderie, and encouragement shown throughout the evening were second to none.

A huge thank you must go to the Brethren of Castle Lodge 1621 for delivering a fantastic ceremony. And a special thanks to the Shropshire Provincial Team for their attendance.
Everyone commented on what an excellent evening it was, making it an occasion that won’t be forgotten anytime soon.

What makes Charlie’s achievement even more special is that his journey into Freemasonry began with the Widows Sons, where he was introduced into Freemasonry. There’s a great story behind that journey, and we’ll be sharing a full write-up very soon!

Congratulations, Charlie — a fantastic achievement and an unforgettable evening!

26/08/2026

✨ Ladies’ Night at Fitz Alan Lodge ✨
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of glamour, great company and fantastic entertainment!

Saturday 24th October 2026
6.30pm start - limited spaces available
Freemasons Hall, Roft Street, Oswestry, SY11 2EP
Dress code: Black Tie / Ball Gowns
Carriages at midnight
Your ticket includes:
🥂 Drink on arrival
🍽️ Delicious 3-course dinner
🎵 Live music & disco by The Midnight Specials
And the excitement doesn’t stop there…
There’s a sensational auction & raffle packed with impressive, must-win prizes that you simply won’t want to miss!
All proceeds go to Hope House – so every ticket is a chance to win big and support a brilliant cause.
Just £40 per person
email FitzAlan Secretary to book in
Don’t miss your chance at those incredible prizes – it’s going to be a night to remember! 💃🕺🎁

25/08/2026

Craftcast episode 3 lands tomorrow where the team travel to Wrexham! Looking forward to this one 👍

21/08/2026

St Mary’s Lodge No 8373
Installation Meeting
Wednesday 23 September 2026 | 18:00 hrs
Tern Hill Hall, Market Drayton
We are delighted to announce the Installation of
W.Bro. C. Jones MBE
as the 55th Worshipful Master of the Lodge.
Festive Board – £35 per person, Vegetarian option available
The Provincial Grand Master will be presiding and the Assistant Grand Master will be in attendance!
Places are limited – early booking is essential.
A wonderful evening of fellowship awaits. We look forward to seeing you there.
Please reach out to your lodge secretaries for the summons and the airtable link to book in.

19/08/2026

🌊🏍️ OCEAN IN MOTION – CHARITY MOTORCYCLE RIDEOUT🏍️🌊

Join the Shropshire Chapter of the Widows Sons for an unforgettable charity ride from Oswestry to Barmouth and back on Sunday 20th September 2026

📍 Start & Finish: Freemasons Hall, Roft Street, Oswestry, SY11 2EP

💧 Collect your bottle of water at registration in Oswestry

🌊 Ride to Barmouth and collect your Ocean in Motion seawater at the coast

🎟️ Return your Ocean in Motion water to Oswestry and be entered into a prize draw to win a special single malt wh**ky

🏍️ Stunning roads
🌊 Beautiful Welsh coastline
🤝 Great company
❤️ Supporting a fantastic cause

Suggested minimum donation
💷 £10 per rider
💷 £5 per pillion
❗ No anonymous donations

☕ Registration from 08:30–10:30 at Freemasons Hall (parking available at Oswestry Car Park, SY11 2NR) with tea, Danish pastries and a chance to catch up with fellow riders before departure.

All proceeds support ⭐️The Movement Centre⭐️, helping children with movement disabilities gain greater independence through life-changing Targeted Training therapy.

👉 Donate and register here:
https://www.justgiving.com/page/shropshire-widows-sons-1

Get your bike ready, bring your buddies, and put the Ocean in Motion!

18/08/2026

What a brilliant turnout for the St.Oswalds 2026 summer BBQ held at the Punch Bowl, West Felton recently.
Great support from Oswestry’s 3 x lodges and £976 raised on the day towards the 2030 festival!
The food was excellent and the company truly fantastic.
Well done to W.Bro Rick Gerrard and everyone that helped in organising a wonderful afternoon

11/08/2026

28/07/2026

Secret rituals and symbols on lattes:
Metro goes inside Freemasons Grand Lodge

Metro was invited into the United Grand Lodge of England by the Freemasons, who have been at the centre of wild conspiracies for centuries.

24/07/2026

A presentation to Derwen College today brought great pleasure to the staff, photographed here with W. Bro. Peter Cherrington, Worshipful Master of Combined Services Lodge No. 9988.

Our sincere thanks go to the members who supported a request for £1,250. It would also be wrong not to mention our Charity Steward, W. Bro. Richard Webster — a man on a mission!

You’ll notice the figure above was £1,250, but as W.Bro Cherrington feels so strongly about this charity and the work they do, W.Bro Peter Cherrington agreed to match it — so £2,500 was presented in total.

The funds will help young people entering the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme, many of whom have to find £40 out of pocket just for the application form. We’re glad to assist in some small way.

In the photo, from left to right:

• Steve Evans, Sport and Leisure Coordinator
• Becky Bowyer, Marketing, Brand and Communications Manager
• Bryony Wesson, Fundraiser
Well done to all involved!!