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The
Group is very privileged to have a dedicated and resourceful management team,
who in liaison with the Masonic Hall Foundation, devote their time and expertise
to maintaining this beautiful structure in its fullest splendour.
I am pleased to report that Freemasonry is flourishing in Southport with some
900 brethren regularly meeting within 24 Lodges, last season 38 new brethren joined
and this year has started well with a goodly number of newcomers awaiting their
turn to be initiated.
Freemasonry is one of the oldest fraternal society's in the world and is unique
in that it does not enter into Political or Religious discussion, but places great
emphasis on helping those less fortunate than ourselves, by supporting many and
varied Charities.
Freemasons take the 'formal' side of Freemasonry seriously, but we also enjoy
ourselves and aim to provide a friendly, family atmosphere for all our members.
Lodges and Chapters hold a variety of social activities, together with Group events
including, an annual Ball, regular dinner dances, golf and bowling tournaments,
Computer Club and the "Three Degrees Club" for new members. There is an active
and well supported Luncheon Club for the wives, partners and widows of Freemasons.
Every year at the Masonic Hall we hold a Children's Christmas Party and a Christmas
Fayre. We also have an annual Group Carol Service, which is held at Emmanuel Church.
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Charity is at the heart of Freemasonry; Masonic social events all help to add
to the support given by Southport Freemasons to Masonic and to non-Masonic Charities,
as well as supporting local community projects.
Our splendid building, which is air conditioned throughout and fully licensed,
with an excellent in house catering facility, is available on many days throughout
the year for outside functions. Wedding receptions, anniversaries and social functions
are our speciality.
Mrs Julie McGee, the Hall Manageress and Steve McKenzie the Catering Manager are
always available to advise and to help our clientele, ensure that each event is
a happy, successful and memorable occasion.
Should you wish to know more about Freemasonry or if you are interested in joining
our organisation, the Southport Group Membership Officer, Peter Martin will welcome
a call or an email leading to a confidential chat on all aspects of Freemasonry
and will be able to answer any questions or doubts you may have.
If you are already a member, please let us have your news and views which you
want to share with others and if you are a prospective member we hope that your
visit will be fruitful and enjoyable.
Bryan S Henshaw Group
Chairman
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