The 20th Loyal Manor Curry and Quiz took place on Saturday, March 1, 2025. The event began with questions focused on cuisine, followed by a series of challenging anagrams. In the second half, participants were tested on their general and sports knowledge.

Overall, it was a fantastic evening, with over 110 attendees enjoying the quiz and a delicious curry, raising money for the building fund. Congratulations to everyone involved in organising this successful event.

We are delighted to announce the initiation of Martin Parker, who is our first initiate of 2025. The evening was truly memorable, filled with support for Martin, who is already well-known within the local community. Many of his friends were present to witness his initial steps into Freemasonry. We look forward to Martin’s journey and development with Loyal Manor.

The meeting was held at the Freemason’s Hall at Victoria Square on Portland, organised by the ladies of the Broken Column Association.

The day was very well attended and kindly supported by our Provincial Grand Master Stephen James and Assistant Provincial Grand Master Leon Matthews

There was a short talk from the Island Community Action group by Nicky Turrell. This was very informative and highlighted the many supportive services available on Portland and in Weymouth, These ranged from information sign posting, Culture and Heritage on the island, transport and befriending, with many more activities listed.

After the talk a raffle was held with many prizes all donated, and the proceeds of the raffle are to go to the Island Community Action Group. For more information you can go the the ICA’s Facebook page , or their website.

The raffle was followed by plenty of food laid on by the ladies of the Broken Column Association. Many thanks to all those who organised this event and for those who supported it.

On the 22nd November, Matthew took the next step in Freemasonry, and was Passed to Fellow Craft. The ceremony was carried out by Roger Hart and supported by his officers and Past Masters. Here Matthew is with Steve, Roger and Nicko. Well done Matthew, perfect performance.

4th November 2024

Ray Baines celebrated sixty years in Freemasonry with many members attending from several Provinces including the United Grand Lodge of England. Ray has played a special part in The Loyal Manor Lodge and other lodges of Dorset Freemasonry, as he served as the visiting officer for many years, before moving to the Taunton area.

Ray Baines receiving a 60 year certificate from Brother Ray Guthrie with the Assistant Grand Master RW Bro David Medlock in attendance: Photograph kindly provided by Les Pickersgill, Provincial Photographer for Somerset.

Several member from the Portland and Weymouth Lodges from the Dorset Province attended the celebrations. All were welcomed, and wined and dined by Ray.

From L-R, John Poole, Gav Anderson-Terry, Johnathan Carter, Derek Pile, Ray Baines, Brian Barton, George Halls, David Seal, Graham Cook & Les Spencer. Photograph kindly supplied by Graham Cook.

Many senior members of Freemasonry also attended the celebration of this fantastic achievement and were proud to display their colours with Ray: Photograph kindly provided by Les Pickersgill, Provincial Photographer for Somerset.

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On Friday, October 25th, the Loyal Manor Lodge installed Roger Hart as into the chair. Although Roger only recently joined the Lodge, thanks to some persuasive encouragement from Michael Lambourne, he now finds himself leading the team —a role he hadn’t anticipated on doing.

The evening was very well supported by the Provincial Team with Mark Burstow heading the team and giving an inspiring talk at the Festive Board. A little encouragement goes a long way especially when we don’t always reach the high bar we set ourselves.

Congratulations to all the newly appointed officers for the following, and we all look forward to supporting Roger throughout the following year.

Portland Social Club and Loyal Manor Lodge 6445, meeting in Portland, joined together to assist a local girl with mobility issues to return to the sports she loves. The objective of the fundraiser was to purchase a  MY WALKER  which is an assisted, wheeled frame recommended by the NHS, Children’s Therapy Department, Dorchester for Aaliyah.

On hearing that Portland Social Club were fundraising for a very worthy cause, Freemasons from Portland Loyal Manor Lodge 6445 immediately donated funds and sought assistance from the Dorset Masonic Care (DMC). Matched funding by DMC was agreed and quickly effected. Within days the order was made.

Aaliyah can now take part in her beloved sports.

Congratulations to Stuart Johnson on being Raised to Master Mason in the Loyal Manor Lodge on the 28th June 2024. Our WM stand in was Roger Hart and JD Derek Pile, supported by SD Nick Oldham, and an amazing job all round.

It is with great pleasure to announce a second new member in a row, Emilio Fabian. This was a great evening with lots of support for Emilio on his first steps into Freemasonry. We all look forward to seeing Emilio progress.

It is with great pleasure to announce the latest addition to The Loyal Manor Lodge’s Members, Matthew Le Seur. Matthew has links to Freemasonry having had a Grandfather who was WM of Trinity Lodge, Matthew is looking to continue the family tradition.

The evening was also attended by two newly made brothers from visiting lodges, of which for one of the new brothers this was only his second meeting. We wish them all the very best on their journey through Freemasonry.