The pandemic fails to halt the Friends of Prince Michael of Kent Court
The pandemic fails to halt the Friends of Prince Michael of Kent Court W Bro Andrew Farleigh SLGR – Trustee and Press Officer, Reports In spite of the pandemic, the Association of Friends of Prince Michael of Kent Court has continued to support and enhance the lives of residents over the past couple of years […]
MUSEUM OF FREEMASONRY
MUSEUM OF FREEMASONRY MUSEUM TREASURES – A LAVISH BADGE OF JEWELS AND AN EARLY LONDON FREEMASON Louise Pichel – Archivist, Museum of Freemasonry I’ve often heard the Museum’s collections described as ‘quirky’. As an archivist, I’m used to seeing a lot of paper records, most of which don’t really fit that description. There are however, […]
Welcome Companion…
Welcome Companion… In 2020 and 2021, Solomon launched a series of Modules, each designed specifically for Entered Apprentices, Fellow Crafts and Master Masons. Each module is filled with content specifically focused on your journey through these degrees, featuring the variety and quality of content Solomon is well known for, including quizzes and papers focused on […]
Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice
What we do! At Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice we help provide care for over 300 babies, children and young people every year who are seriously unwell, as well as support to their families, to help them make the most of every single day. And we support those who die young to do so in as […]
Chips From The Quarry

This article is part of the Arena Magazine, Issue 48 April 2022 edition. Arena Magazine is the official magazine of the London Freemasons – Metropolitan Grand Lodge and Metropolitan Grand Chapter of London. Read more articles in the Arena Issue 48 here.
The Scrip Purse

The Scrip Purse A column from the Metropolitan Grand Almoner’s Team ‘A very warm welcome from the Metropolitan Grand Almoner and his Team to our regular feature on Arena. We are looking forward to providing information, interesting stories, and a regular Q & A section. We are here to help, and you can always contact […]
Footprints in London

Arena talks to W Bro Lawrie Hawkins SLGR about creating history with a difference. Not many Lodges can claim a history of over 200 years, and in Ionic Lodge No 227’s case, the story goes back even further. Bro Lawrie has spent the last twenty years gathering material to follow the pathway of this distinguished, […]
From Craft to the Holy Royal Arch

E Comp Olu Shonubi reflects on his experiences in joining his Royal Arch Chapter. To all those who are thinking about joining a Chapter, let me tell you my story as a Companion of this supreme degree. My journey started just after my raising in Craft when I was approached by my masonic […]
London Freemasons contribute to £500,000 for Ukrainian refugees

Thousands of Ukrainian refugees as well as displaced people still inside Ukraine will be given help and support, thanks to half a million pounds raised by Freemasons and other Provinces across England and Wales The money is being directed to charities working on the ground in Ukraine, as well as organisations helping refugees in neighbouring […]
London Freemasons help to donate more than 20,000 Easter eggs to children across the UK

Freemasons are donating 20,000 Easter eggs to thousands of children, care homes, hospitals and food banks across England, Wales, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. London Freemasons have been rolling up their sleeves and helping to distribute Easter eggs across the country once again this year. The donations are helping children and families […]
Could you become the Metropolitan Grand Baker?

Join our celebrity host, Metropolitan Grand Inspector W Bro Tony Shepherd for the highlight of the Masonic calendar – Metropolitan Masonic Bake Off. This fabulous event will give all brethren the opportunity to demonstrate their flair, imagination and creativity in cake form. There will be prizes for best masonic decoration, best flavour and a top […]
Arena 48 Print Edition
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