The November meeting of Middleton Manor Lodge no 6337 was held at Masonic Hall Albany Road Sittingbourne on Tuesday 12th November 2024 and what a special meeting it was!
The Lodge was honoured by the presence of W.Bro Mark Costelloe Assistant Provincial Grand Master of the Province of East Kent, accompanied by his Escorting Director of Ceremonies W.Bro David Martins and an escort party of 5 Active Provincial Officers.
W.Bro Mark was attending to present to Middleton Manor Lodge, a Gold Award for our contribution to the East Kent Province 2025 Festival Appeal, the Lodge had raised the target amount of £16,000 and with still time left before the appeal finishes we hope to raise much more! More information about the appeal can be found here https://eastkentfreemasons.org/charity/#2025-festival
During the meeting the Lodge members and guests were treated to an excellent talk by W.Bro Clive Moore on the history of the Masonic Festive Board entitled '....and so to refreshment'. the talk was both educational and amusing and was thoroughly enjoyed by all those present.
After the proceedings the 35 members and guests enjoyed a three course meal of Tomato & Basil Soup, Roast Lamb with seasonal vegetables, Cheesecake & Cream, Tea & Coffee. During the meal there was a 'Whisky Raffle ' which raised £190 for the 2025 Festival Appeal and a standard raffle that raised £160 for local Charities.
Our Charity Steward W.Bro Mick Maguire (centre) with the certificate along with the APGM, our W.M, his officers, and members of the Escort team.
Our Worshipful Master, W.Bro Alan Newton is presented with the Gold Award by W.Bro Mark Costelloe APGM.
