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.
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One of the oldest social and charitable organisations in the world

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History of Freemasonry

United Grand Lodge of England Statistics

Members

175,000

Charity Fundraising

£51.1m

Yearly Volunteering Hours

18.5m

Provincial Statistics

Members

2900+
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Meeting Places

23
Meeting Places

Lodges

97
Lodges in Province

Latest News

  • 2025 Provincial Valentines Masked Ball

    Written by William Diggins on October 31, 2024. Posted in General News

    We are excited to invite you, your partners, and your friends to the Provincial Valentines Masked Ball – a glamorous evening of elegance and entertainment, to be held on Saturday the 15th of...

  • PGM launches Maggie's Cancer Care charity appeal

    Written by Peter Robinson on October 28, 2024. Posted in General News

    The Provincial Grand Master, RWBro Mark Constant announced as part of his address at The Three Counties Installation meeting on Monday 28th October 2024, the support of our Province for The Maggie's...

  • 2nd PROVINCIAL LECTURE COMPETITION

    Written by William Caswell on October 31, 2024. Posted in General News

    The 2024 PROVINCIAL LECTURE COMPETITION is open to all Master Masons for the best NEW lecture to be 10 to 20 mins in length. (2- 3000 words). Preferably to include audience participation and / or...

  • One times one equals TWO!

    Written by John Napper on October 29, 2024. Posted in General News

    It did at Hinchingbrooke Lodge No 9282 on Friday 18th October when WBro Albert Bareham, the first second-time Master for Hinchingbrooke conducted the Lodges’ first ‘double-first’ ceremony, Bros...

  • WBro Eddie Storey earns the 'Silver Matchbox award'

    Written by Mark Peter Titterton on October 26, 2024. Posted in General News

    Congratulations to WBro Eddie Storey PProvAGDC of Unity Lodge No. 9495 in Corby who last night received 'The Silver Matchbox' award from The Emulation Lodge of Improvement in London, having...

  • The Provincial Demonstration Team Needs You?

    Written by Roger Allanson on October 14, 2024. Posted in General News

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  • Toseland Lodge changes guard

    Written by John Napper on October 23, 2024. Posted in General News

    The PGMS’s Official Representative WBro Tom Webster, ProvSGW saw a change of the ‘Old Guard’ as WBro Tony Cooper was appointed JW after 20+ years’ service as ADC/DC and WBro Tony Larkins stepping...

  • The N&HNYMC visit to Cumton Lodge at Castle Ashby on Wednesday 16th October

    Written by Timothy Mills on October 23, 2024. Posted in General News

    Wednesday evening 16th October 2014 marked the first Lodge visit to Cumton Lodge No. 8869 at under the Northants & Hunts New Young Masons Club “5 Points of Fellowship”.

  • St James Primary School support for 3 Pillars

    Written by Aaron Day on October 18, 2024. Posted in General News

    On Thursday 10th October 2024, WBro Aaron Day was invited to join St James Primary School for their annual Harvest assembly in his role as a lay minister. During the assembly, the staff and children...

  • Introducing WBro Tim Mills - New LCO in Northampton

    Written by Peter Robinson on October 23, 2024. Posted in General News

    The Provincial Grand Master, RWBro Mark Constant, has been pleased to appoint WBro Tim Mills as a Local Communications Officer (LCO) working with Northampton Lodges alongside fellow LCO WBro Geoff...