<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Provincial Grand Lodge of Worcestershire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worcestershire Freemasonry website for Information, Enquiries and News]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:49:13 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Ted Meredith Conclave 427 of the Order of the Secret Monitor ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ted Meredith Conclave 427 of the Order of the Secret Monitor will meet on Wednesday the 1st of July, 2026, at King’s Heath Masonic Hall at 6:30pm. The meeting itself is open to all members of the OSM, and will be called off at around 7:10pm so non-members of the order can be admitted for a talk from Bro. Alastair L. Kennedy-Rose who was recently Inducted into Charles Hinitt Conclave No 238. Wives, partners and Craft friends are welcome to join us for the talk and dinner. As a bit of...]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/the-ted-meredith-conclave-427-of-the-order-of-the-secret-monitor</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2675b3a7cc9d295b3faea4</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:56:44 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Annual Charity Clay Shoot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tenbury Wells Summer Lodge 10053, in association with Worcestershire Masonic Clay Shooting Society, are please to be holding there annual Charity Clay Shoot and Family Fun Afternoon on Saturday 25th of July 2026. The day is open to everyone, with both expert and novice shooters very welcome to attend.   It promises to be a fantastic day with plenty going on for all the family to enjoy. they will also have family attractions on the day, including a bouncy castle and ice cream van, helping to...]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/annual-charity-clay-shoot</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0d822f8e0cce8d79c80606</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 09:47:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_b7b444d21a8341dcac7e6c0b6248d854~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steaming ahead to Coalville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The peripatetic Permanent Way Lodge no. 9951 enjoyed lunch on the Great Central Railway from Louchborough Central station, on this former main-line heritage railway, on Saturday 16th May. Dining to an exceptional standard on the ‘Carolina’ dining train, the brethren along with partners (including former Head of Worcestershire Freemasons, Bob Vaughan) later headed over to nearby Coalville.  Master of the Lodge, Paul Brinkworth, is also a member of Grace Dieu Lodge no. 2428 which meets in the...]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/steaming-ahead-to-coalville</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0b1b720b9e4f37fd2cb20a</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:02:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_f54193f16c8b44249ccaec3c73f4d709~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Lodge Consecration]]></title><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/new-lodge-consecration</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a02d5ce2fe6e98eed440180</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:25:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_a4fbe366032e4b32a915cad1eb306dc0~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_995,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steaming ahead with the world’s fastest chips]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saturday evening, 25 April, saw the ‘Cheltenham Fryer’ depart Toddington on the @Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway with a full complement of Masons and their families, to enjoy an evening of fish and chips, music, nostalgia and fundraising as the day gradually turned into night.  With a long stop at Winchcombe to collect the evening’s cuisine and enjoy the music of ‘Breeze’ on the platform, the train then continued to Cheltenham and returned to Toddington.  A draw was conducted...]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/steaming-ahead-with-the-world-s-fastest-chips</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a01a239b1ac8cd94fa90431</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 09:38:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_748ee3511f59418f9e36ec29ec201412~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[WFV Project 1-2-3 Needs You]]></title><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/wfv-project-1-2-3-needs-you</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a00a9a9ecab90113756e5ab</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 15:52:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/648f94_124863c255524e68b33183fc56de5d6a/480p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[WFV 123 Project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Save the Date, we need volunteers, more details of how to sign up will follow....]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/wfv-123-project</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fb35a35caf4ed272bfa439</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 12:37:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_288fc3f48d774c83888c3e6c122db4c7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubit Club Summer Party]]></title><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/cubit-club-summer-party</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fa40f67c961ad0b9fe5dae</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 19:13:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_ab9329c819f04cfaaad82b136f142677~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[50 Year Certificate for W Bro Greg Boughton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many of you might know W Bro Greg Boughton, a stalwart of Kings Heath freemasonry (and current WM of The Arter Lodge 2654), was presented last night with his 50 year certificate from the PGM. A fantastic evening with Ladies &#38; Friends to dine, and entertained after the festive board with a fantastic singer.]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/50-year-certificate-for-w-bro-greg-boughton</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f2404498adb45f7c06327f</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:20:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_2db9a018e37748f385ffabb0438c3395~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[50th Certificate for W.Bro Peter. L. Bullock]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday 16th April 2026, Peter L. Bullock, Past Grand Standard Bearer, was formally presented with his 50-year certificate in recognition of his remarkable service to Freemasonry. The presentation was made by Tim Jones, Past Assistant Grand Registrar, acting under the authority of the Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master, Stephen John Wyer. The evening, held at Elgar Lodge No. 9254, was a truly memorable occasion, celebrating Peter’s long, loyal and distinguished contribution over...]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/50th-certificate-for-w-bro-peter-l-bullock</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e8b8e4d06bed7d1a9dbaf5</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:16:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0bb884_93f4ac6ef3654e7a8e23974f41c9ee2a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mail87166</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[WORCESTERSHIRE FREEMASONS VOLUNTEERS SELECTED FOR NATIONAL SHOWCASE]]></title><description><![CDATA[* BREAKING NEWS * WORCESTERSHIRE FREEMASONS VOLUNTEERS SELECTED FOR NATIONAL SHOWCASE The national Community Engagement Working Party, chaired by Sir David Wootton, have chosen WFV as an example of excellence and will be showcasing our work to the entire constitution. The collaborative approach to enhancing our service commitments across the province has been recognised and they want to ensure this is recognised nationally. W Bro Paul Wong APGM &#38; President of WFV said “This selection is...]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/worcestershire-freemasons-volunteers-selected-for-national-showcase</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ce874a6def0df73ca9eebd</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:13:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_da231e4177ca4b58be1d215abf2c8333~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_560,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lodge of the Desired Haven Brewery Tour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lodge of the Desired Haven No 5948 next regular meeting is a BREWERY TOUR Saturday 16th May 1200Hrs, at the Birmingham Brewing Company. They will open the lodge, call off, tour the brewery (and tasting, obviously) call on, close the lodge. The tour and finger buffet is £25. Please contact W.Bro Paul Webber, Sec.deshaven5948@gmail.com 07912350902 to book in. This event is open to Masons, non Masons, wives and girlfriends, please bring a friend or chauffeur.... Booking closes 01 May 26]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/lodge-of-the-desired-haven-brewery-tour</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c7eaa2495b6130435139b5</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 14:51:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_c16df1586062493cb931c4110721dd4a~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Easter Giving: Kings Heath Foodbank Donation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Easter got off to an excellent start with the Easter Egg Donation to the Kings Heath Foodbank. The Eggs will be given out to their clients from next week and it’s a huge help in ensuring that no child in our community goes without an Egg this Easter! Charity starts at the Food Donation Point in the Hall. Sharon Powers thanked all the Units that meet at the Hall for their donation. Particular thanks went to Lodge of Hospitality, Wythall Lodge, Merston Culy Chapter, Ladies Club and Widows Sons...]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/easter-giving-kings-heath-foodbank-donation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c1702836a1fdc193bb92d5</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:58:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_dfa28ca73f6e4e999159e84c2c8e2f23~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Outstanding Success: Initiates’ Welcome Evening]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Initiates Supper held at Rainbow Hill proved to be a well-attended, outstanding success. The Provincial Grand Master, Stephen Wyer, gave the key note address setting out the importance of the Initiates and with the assistance of the Provincial Charity Steward Chris Vendy, Provincial Almoner Bill Tucker, Provincial Mentor Simon Rogers, Cubit Club Chairman Adam Lewis, and the Deputy Grand Superintendent Tim Jones, the team gave an insight into their journey and what ultimately Freemasonry...]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/outstanding-success-initiates-welcome-evening</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c16d3aaa3981cd0ec1b5b4</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:47:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_ac5a276759874d4191843844ff7b22c3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lecture Competition 2026. Worcester, Tuesday 31/3/26, 6.30pm for 7.00pm. Stourport, Thursday 2/4/26, 6.30pm for 7.00pm. Northfield, Friday 10/4/26, 6.30pm for 7.00pm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here we are at the final stages of the 2026 Competition. The response for speakers has been excellent and they bring with them some very interesting ad intriguing subjects. Not to be missed. Logistically, it has been very difficult to have Lodges Host this year’s presentations. Due mainly to April being a very busy part of the season with ceremonies taking place in many of the lodges. This is interpreted as a good indicator for Freemasonry in Worcestershire. Consequently, the lectures will...]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/lecture-competition-2026-worcester-freemasons-hall-tuesday-31st-march-2026-6-30pm-for-7-00pm-sto</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bfd8f60160b7de3150afc6</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><category><![CDATA[Events]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:00:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0bb884_ada775029328476fa4019d3f1d57d951~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_598,h_838,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mail87166</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upcoming MCF Grant Announcement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Announcement of £12,000 MCF grant to The Mary Stevens Hospice. We are delighted to share that we will be announcing the recent grant award on the MCF social media platforms within the next few weeks. This will be a general announcement featuring the amount, the charity name, the associated province and the purpose of the grant. Worcestershire  will be tagged in the social media post, therefore please feel free to repost, like or share. If there is any reason why you would not like us to...]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/upcoming-mcf-grant-announcement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b913a299279fec8af23ba3</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:42:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_864a384eb21644118b10abd505596e6d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_734,h_256,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dormer Lives On Through the Widows Sons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dormer Lodge No. 7294 had been due to return its warrant this year, bringing to a close many years of valued Masonic service. However, through the gracious support and goodwill of its members, a new chapter has begun. With their blessing, the Widows Sons have ensured that the Lodge’s story does not end, but instead continues in a new and vibrant form as a Summer Lodge. At the Lodge’s final meeting under its former constitution, a poignant and memorable moment took place. In the last item of...]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/dormer-lives-on-through-the-widows-sons</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69afeb7c1d3232d04a84cc1e</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:02:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_656439e2168c4d4b93404090fba3e154~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Provincial Grand Masters Welcome Evening]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you wish to attend please use the link below http://bit.ly/worcswelcomeevening]]></description><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/provincial-grand-masters-welcome-evening</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ae9ea1948b12dc563530bf</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:21:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_8819bac815824421a601e07fadf1758b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_544,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grand Rank Appointments and Promotions]]></title><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/grand-rank-appointments-and-promotions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a99d289ce02ea2106a0e0d</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:14:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_8dc1a296615c43dda74dbe5587b42990~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Talking Heads]]></title><link>https://www.worcestershirefreemasons.com/post/talking-heads</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a574a8fe2730c04133b45b</guid><category><![CDATA[Stop the Press]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:30:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/648f94_7592bf9b348d4a9196dd2967e02dda81~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_953,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Gibbs</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>