Holborn Bars Lodge

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Introduction

The Lodge was consecrated in 1937 and was formed when men with strong connections with the insurance industry, other professions and the military, who were working mainly in the Holborn area of London, decided to form a new Lodge.  The name was chosen from a group of ancient buildings which had survived the Great Fire of London in 1666 known as Holborn Bars.  These were purchased by the Prudential Assurance Company in 1885. The choice of a crest (above) represented these old houses and where the original Company building may still be seen at No.142, Holborn, London, EC1.

The original Holborn ‘Bars’ were ancient boundary posts (or small vertical granite obelisks) defining the western jurisdiction of the City of London.

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Why join

Hey, YOU!  …… Yes, YOU!
Come and have some fun while we strive to make ourselves better men!

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How to join

In the first instance, if you are interested in becoming a Freemason and you know a family member, friend or colleague who…

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Lodge Meeting Dates

The regular meetings of the Lodge are on the 4th Friday in the months of January, March, September (Installation) and November. We usually start at 4pm.

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News

Read about the latest updates and changes, related to our brotherhood

Seven Raised at Meridian

On 7th March, Meridian Lodge No 4106 conducted a seven-candidate Raising, with James Eaton serving as Worshipful Master

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A 75 year old apron gets a new owner at Kindred Arts

Many congratulations to W Bro Alex Shoolman on being Installed into the Chair for the first time in any Craft Lodge, at Kindred Arts Lodge No 5784 on 10th March 2026. He writes, “Being Installed by my father-in-law, W Bro Clive Goodman, added much emotion to the ceremony, especially being Invested with my Masters Apron, which has a 75+ year family legacy.

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Tamworth Lodge Chooses Renewal Over Retreat

Four years ago, Tamworth Lodge was on the verge of surrendering its warrant. On Friday 6th February, on the exact day marking 96 years since its Consecration, the Lodge met at the Croydon & District Masonic Centre to conduct a double Third Degree ceremony and, in the same meeting, present certificates to seventeen trained Mental Wellbeing Ambassadors. The contrast between then and now speaks to a deliberate and sustained period of renewal.

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Seven Raised at Meridian

A 75 year old apron gets a new owner at Kindred Arts

Tamworth Lodge Chooses Renewal Over Retreat

Events

Below you can find information, related to our latest events and activities

Kent Club Gala

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Lord Mayor’s Show, Parade and Luncheon

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Belmont Ensemble Concert

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