Iver Lodge Freemasons

10/02/2026

What a truly cozy and memorable meeting we had last Saturday!

A huge congratulations to Bro. Ni**od Hudson on passing to the degree of Fellow Craft — beautifully deserved! All our officers performed wonderfully, each ritual executed so smoothly and on point.

The festive board was filled with laughter, great conversation, and, of course, plenty of wine 🍷 It was wonderful to share such a warm and uplifting evening together.

We’re already looking forward to our next meeting in April and more memorable moments with our brethren.

25/12/2025

🎄🌟 Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year 🌟🎄

On behalf of the Worshipful Master and all the brethren of Iver Lodge No. 5254, we extend our heartfelt wishes to you and your loved ones this festive season. May the joy and warmth of Christmas fill your homes and hearts, and may the New Year bring peace, prosperity, and continued fellowship.

Let us all celebrate the spirit of brotherhood, unity, and love that this season represents.

Stay safe, stay blessed, and we look forward to another year of growth and togetherness.
Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year! 🎉🎄

09/12/2025

Last Saturday at our Iver Lodge meeting in Slough, we had the honor of celebrating a truly remarkable milestone – W. Bro. Paul Biddle’s year in Freemasonry! 🎉

A special 50 Years of Service certificate was presented to W. Bro. Paul by our Immediate Past Provincial Grand Master, RW Bro. John Clark. Paul joined Iver Lodge in 1975, following in the footsteps of his father, who was a member from the early days of the Lodge in the 1930s and served as Worshipful Master in 1946, when Paul was just one year old.

W. Bro. Paul is not only a dedicated Mason but also a proud father of four and grandfather to ten. Outside of Freemasonry, he is an accomplished rugby and hockey player, embodying the spirit of strength and camaraderie in all aspects of his life.

Here’s to 50 years of dedication, service, and brotherhood, W. Bro. Paul! We are incredibly fortunate to have you as a part of our Lodge family. Thank you for your outstanding contributions to Freemasonry and for being such an inspiring example to us all.

07/12/2025

Last night was a remarkable occasion as Iver Lodge and Nestor Lodge came together to perform a Third Degree ceremony and a First Degree initiation. The Third Degree ceremony was conducted by Nestor Lodge in collaboration with the Project Transform team. It was a privilege to witness Brother Eksith Hapangama being raised, while Brother Oshan De Alwis was initiated into our esteemed Fraternity.

We were honored by the presence of several distinguished Masonic leaders, including our Immediate Past Provincial Grand Master, RW Bro. John Clark, and our Assistant Provincial Grand Master, RW Bro. Matthew Eaton, along with many other Grand Officers and visitors. Their presence truly added to the grandeur of the evening.

A heartfelt thank you to all who made this evening possible – your support and dedication continue to inspire and strengthen the bonds within our Fraternity.

27/11/2025

Invitation to a Special Event at Iver Lodge & Nestor Lodge

We are excited to invite you to join us on Saturday, 6th December, at 3:00 PM at the Slough Masonic Centre for a memorable event hosted by Iver Lodge and Nestor Lodge.

The day will feature the incredible Project Transform, with both a Third Degree Ceremony and a First Degree Ceremony. This event is particularly special as we celebrate the Third Degree Raising of our own Eksith Hapangama, and we would be honoured to have you there to share this important milestone.

If you’ve yet to experience the Third Degree Ceremony as part of Project Transform, this is a perfect opportunity to see it in action.

After the ceremonies, we’ll come together for a Christmas Festive Board, where we can enjoy some great food, festive cheer, and good company – a wonderful way to celebrate with our Brothers.

Please let Philip Barton know if you’ll be joining us by reaching out to him at [email protected] for more details.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

29/10/2025

Our thoughts are with our brethren and the people of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands during this difficult time.

We echo the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE) in standing ready to support through the Masonic Charitable Foundation.

We are monitoring the situation in Jamaica closely and stand ready to provide support where we can through the Masonic Charitable Foundation on behalf of our members.

Our thoughts are with the District Grand Lodge of Jamaica & the Cayman Islands and all Jamaicans at this time.

10/10/2025

The Day Before – PGL Prep in Full Swing!

Teamwork, laughter, and hard work filled Freemasons’ Hall today as preparations for tomorrow’s Provincial Grand Lodge Meeting got underway. The crew has been busy since morning, setting up for what promises to be a fantastic day for 500 attendees.

Freemasonry truly brings people together — friendships made, bonds strengthened, and memories created.

Join the fraternity here: https://buckspgl.org/join?ref=PGL25



Buckinghamshire Freemasons

09/10/2025

Birthday Greetings to Our Grand Master!

The Worshipful Master of Iver Lodge No. 5254, W. Bro. Phil Castagnette, together with all the brethren of the Lodge, proudly join with all Freemasons of the Province of Buckinghamshire — and indeed throughout the country — in celebrating the 90th birthday of HRH The Duke of Kent, KG, Grand Master of the United Grand Lodge of England.

Since 1967, His Royal Highness has guided the Craft with wisdom, dignity, and unwavering dedication, inspiring generations of Freemasons across England, Wales, and beyond. On this remarkable milestone, we extend our heartfelt congratulations and warm fraternal good wishes.

Fraternal greetings from all at Iver Lodge No. 5254.

05/10/2025

On Saturday 4th October, Iver Lodge held its annual Installation Ceremony – and what a wonderful evening it was! The ritual was delivered to an excellent standard, with flawless music and lighting creating a truly special atmosphere for the occasion.

Our warmest congratulations go to W.Bro. Phil on being Installed into the Chair of King Solomon, and to all the Officers who were invested with such sincerity and precision. A special mention also to W.Bro. Simon for his outstanding work on the floor of the Lodge.

We were honoured by the presence of both the Provincial Grand Master and the Past Provincial Grand Master, whose attendance made the evening even more memorable and a real feather in the cap for the Lodge.

To our visiting Brethren, thank you for joining us and supporting the Lodge – your presence and friendship added greatly to the atmosphere and helped make the evening one to remember.

The Brethren of Iver Lodge can be justly proud of their efforts – the evening was a shining example of hard work, teamwork, and dedication to the Craft.

✨ A truly unforgettable night in the history of Iver Lodge No. 5254! ✨

18/09/2025

🔹 The Apron – A Symbol of Freemasonry 🔹
The Masonic apron has a rich history, from its practical beginnings with operative stonemasons to the symbolic regalia we wear today. Discover its origins in the first part of our series on Masonic aprons.