One Journey,
One Organisation
Building a caring society
with Integrity
Common foundation
for Friendship
Treat others
with Respect
Create an impact
through dedicated Service

Welcome to

Freemasonry in Northamptonshire & Huntingdonshire

Welcome to the Masonic Province of Northamptonshire & Huntingdonshire.

One of the oldest secular social and charitable organisations in the world, modern Freemasonry’s roots lie in the traditions of the medieval stonemasons who built our castles and cathedrals.

For Freemasons, there are four important values that help define their path through life: Integrity, Friendship, Respect and Service. In today’s world filled with uncertainty, these principles ring as true now as they have at any point in the organisation’s history.

Membership is open to men over 18 from all backgrounds and the organisation’s aim is to empower members to be the best they can be – it’s about building character, supporting members as individuals and helping them make a positive contribution to society.

Freemasonry provides a structure for members to come together under these common goals, enabling people to make new friendships, develop themselves and make valuable contributions to charitable causes. We are one of the largest charitable givers in the country, contributing £51.1m to deserving causes in 2020.

Mission Statement

What We Are (Purpose)
We are a unique members’ organisation that has thrived for over 300 years. Having no political or religious affiliations, we comprise members of all ages, races, religions, cultures and backgrounds. We meet in our individual Lodges throughout the country where we have ceremonial traditions which encourage us both to be more tolerant and respectful and actively to fulfil our civic and charitable responsibilities; we also make time to eat, drink and meet together, and form lifelong friendships.
What We Aim For (Vision)
To attract those from all backgrounds and walks of life, enabling them to develop into more thoughtful and confident people. To inspire and challenge them to practise the core values we celebrate – Integrity, Friendship, Respect, Service – in their private and public lives. To cement our reputation as a force for good in our communities and society at large and as a thriving organisation that people aspire to join.
How We Will Achieve This (Mission)
Over the next 7 years, we will enhance our reputation as a thriving organisation that people aspire to join and broaden our membership across all age groups.

Our Values

Integrity

Rather than working on buildings like the masons of old, today’s Freemasons focus on building themselves as people of integrity, and membership provides the structure to help achieve that goal.

Friendship

One of the oldest social organisations in the world, Freemasonry is not defined by an ideology. It is open to people from all religions and political persuasions and provides the common foundation for friendships between members, many of which will last for life.

Respect

With a membership of more than 150,000 people drawn from communities across the UK, Freemasonry brings people together irrespective of their race, religion or any other perceived differences that can divide us as a society.

Service

Whether participating in events, fundraising for a charitable cause or volunteering for public or community organisations, service is at the very heart of Freemasonry. Our members make valuable contributions by donating time, resources and skills.

Our History & Achievements

Barely a decade after the foundation of the Grand Lodge of England in 1717, Freemasonry had become the largest and arguably the most influential of Britain's many clubs and societies. This continued into the 20th century, a key factor being the widespread promulgation of the 1723 Constitutions of the Freemasons, which pioneered the cutting-edge principles of a philosophy known as 'The Enlightenment':

  • Religious tolerance, something wholly radical in a world characterised by religious conflict.
  • Meritocracy, at a time when birth and wealth determined success.
  • High standards of interpersonal civility.
  • Scientific and artistic education.
  • Societal and personal self-improvement.

An organisation for all cultures and backgrounds

Our members have come from all walks of life and each with their own unique story to tell for why they became a Freemason.

One of the oldest social and charitable organisations in the world

Freemasonry’s roots lie in the traditions of the medieval stonemasons who built our cathedrals and castles. Let us take you on a journey back in time.

United Grand Lodge of England Statistics

Members

175,000

Charity Fundraising

£51.1m

Yearly Volunteering Hours

18.5m

Provincial Statistics

Members

2900+

Meeting Places

23

Latest News

  • Urgent Help Needed - NGH Appeal

    At the Provincial Grand Charity Annual General Meeting on Saturday 15th March the Deputy Provincial Grand Master WBro Tim Almond gave a presentation on High Intensity Focused Ultrasound Therapy....
  • Samuel Pepys 8330 Donation to DISH

    On Tuesday 18th March 2025 Worshipful Master WBro David Linger of Samuel Pepys Lodge, accompanied by the Charity Steward, WBro Rob Taylor, presented a cheque for £1,000 to the Huntingdon Charity...
  • Senior and Group Officer Changes and Appointments 2025

    The Provincial Grand Master RWBro Mark Constant has been pleased to announce the following Senior and Group Officer changes and appointments: Peterborough Group: WBro Neil Handley has been appointed...
  • Grand Rank Appointments and Promotions - 2025

    The Provincial Grand Master RWBro Mark Constant was pleased to announce at the Provincial Grand Charity Annual General Meeting on Saturday 15th March 2025, the following Grand Rank promotions and...
  • 2025 Royal Arch Provincial Appointments and Promotions

    Registered Mason website users can download the list detailing this year's Provincial appointments and promotions by clicking the following link...
  • Password: Spring 2025 Edition

    The Spring 2025 edition of Password is now available to view online. We thank Password Editor WBro Craig Bunday and all the other members of the Provincial Communications Team whose time and effort...
  • Samuel Pepys 8330 Cancer Donation

    On the 5th March 2025 WBro Rob Taylor, (IPM and Charity Steward of Samuel Pepys Lodge) who is undergoing radiotherapy treatment for prostate cancer, presented the Cancer Wellbeing Service at...
  • Presentation for TLC at The Vale of Welland Lodge

    Prior to the Vale of Welland Lodge No.8845, Installation meeting on Monday 10th March at Stamford Masonic Centre. Pro Musica Lodge No.9547 member W.Bro Alisdair MacDonald Prov GSwdB, presented a...
  • Special Evening at Kingsley Chapter

    Kingsley Chapter No 2431 was bursting to the seams for the Official Visit of the Most Excellent Grand Superintendent, Ex Comp Mark Constant on Friday 21st February 2025.
  • Lodge of St James Pummie night

    "Over 100 masons attended the Lodge of St James No 6838 February meeting, “Pummie night", held in honour of the late WBro Pummie Matharu, whose idea it was to have such an evening encouraging...