A wonderful evening at Canute Lodge last night as we welcomed a great number of visiting Brethren for the raising of our Brother Mark Abbas. Welcome to the Third Degree, Brother Mark – another important step in your Masonic journey. The ceremony was carried out in fine form and enjoyed by all present. After the...Read More

Botley Masonic Centre will be hosting a Dine-a-Friend evening on Monday the 9th January 2026 from 1900-2130. This is your opportunity to bring along any friend who may have an interest in Masonry and introduce them to the Craft in a nice and relaxed environment. Menu: Chicken Curry (or vegetarian option) Creme caramel Venue: Botley...Read More

🌈 Eastleigh Pride was bursting with colour, laughter, and… a whole lot of ice cream! 🎉🍨 FITC showed up loud, proud, and full of sprinkles today, soaking up the sunshine and celebrating love in all its forms. Our stand quickly became the sweetest spot in town (literally), and honestly—we’re starting to think there should be...Read More

As the new year for Hampshire & IoW Freemasons begins, 2025/26 Active Officers with their wives and partners gathered at Kings Court Centre for the annual event hosted by PGM Jon Whitaker. Greeting everyone with a light-hearted introduction to his Exec the PGM got the day got off to a relaxed and fun occasion. The...Read More

A unique event on Monday the 24th November. We are lucky enough to have our own PGM talking to the SE Area about his year as High Sheriff. It is promoted by Portsmouth Temperance Lodge (Cosham Masonic Centre, Albert Road, Cosham PO6 3DD) so it is an 11.00 am meeting. It promises to be an...Read More

An important and informative evening to be held at Portsmouth and District Masters Lodge at Cosham on Thursday, 9th October, 6.15. It will be based upon the book entitled The 7 Habits of Highly Successful Lodges, and will be presented by the author, Tony Harvey. The evening has been organised by our APGM to assist...Read More

The Masonic season running from the 2nd of September 2024 to the 9th of July 2025 witnessed many lodges celebrating important milestones in their history.  There were 90 official visits by the active provincial team, reaching into all four corners of our Province.  Those visits included Brook House Lodge (50th anniversary), Aultone and Cosham Lodges...Read More

The 2025 Annual General meeting for the Province of Hampshire and Isle of Wight was held for the fourth time at Freemasons Hall, Great Queen Street, London, and for the fourth time the decision to hold it at this superb venue was vilified. Numerous articles have already been published on social media, and emailed from...Read More

Almost 50 members of the Wolvesey Lodge No. 6818, together with friends, family, Brethren from other lodges and potential candidates celebrated the annual Lodge Summer BBQ today. It was a great way to celebrate the fantastic weather and get everyone ready for the first meeting of the post-Summer season in just few short weeks.Read More