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Wednesday 7th March saw the new Officers of Hartington Lodge 1085 carry out their first ceremony, which was an Initiation.
Although this was the first ceremony for the members in their new office, the ceremony went really well and without hitch.
More importantly the candidate really enjoyed himself and had a warm welcome into Derbyshire Freemasonry.

On Monday night our Master made his first visit as Master of Hartington Lodge 1085. An excellent night was had by all who attended.
Here he is with the Worshipful Master and the Initiate.

It was a chilly night at Pride Park, but that didn’t stop Hartington Lodge 1085’s IPM, ADoC and newest member from attending DCFC V LUFC, where they saw Derby draw 2-2. In fairness it should have been a win to the Mighty Rams, but we’ll take the point!
We also had a picture with a chap named Mel!

Wednesday night was the Hartington Christmas Social for the Brethren and their partners.
The event started with a bubbly reception, followed by a four course meal which consisted of Chicken and Mushroom Soup, Turkey dinner with all the trimmings, Christmas Pudding and then cheese and biscuits.
The evenings entertainment was provided by the talented Luke Michael.
There were 54 people who attended the event, Masons, non-Masons and their partners and an enjoyable night was had by all, I believe.
Thanks to The Grange Banqueting Suite for hosting the event.

Thursday night was Derbyshire Lodge of Installed Masters, which was attended by 100+ Brethren.
Four new members were balloted for, which proved successful so were admitted as joining members.
The Lodge was closed and a Lecture was given by Worshipful Brother Mike Neville on the Crime and the Craft. For anyone who hasn’t heard this, it is well worth listening to if you get the chance.

Last Saturday was the Arabian Night, hosted by Tudor Lodge.
An enjoyable night was had by all who attended.
The camels were running well and the Hartington Lodge had winners in most races.
Our Worshipful Master owner the winning camel in one race and had to ride the camel in the final race, which all represented Lodges had a camel running by in. He rode Victorious in this.

Friday night saw the newly Installed Worshipful Master of St Werburga Lodge Initiate his first candidate in exemplary fashion, even whilst feeling a little under the weather.
Ritual was superb and any Lodge would have been proud of it.
The Initiate was treated to an excellent ceremony and he himself conducted himself very well.
Not only was the Initiation second to none, but the Festive Board was most enjoyable and the Visitors made to feel most welcome.
The toast to the Initiate was one of the most sincere I’ve ever seen and the response was too.
I’m sure the candidate will turn out to be an excellent Mason. It was an honour to be a part of this special evening and a proud moment for Derbyshire Freemasonry.

Worshipful Master and the newly Initiated Brother.

(L-R) Worshipful Master of Hartington Lodge, Worshipful Master of St Werburga Lodge, the Initiate and the Worshipful Master of Tyrian Lodge.

Thursday 23rd November was a special evening at Belper Masonic Hall.
The Master Elect was Installed in to the chair of King Solomon by his step father, a special evening for both members and for Beaureper 787 in particular.
Beaureper was supported by a number of visiting Masters, including Hartington Lodges, accompanied by his two Wardens and the Lodges Secretary, who is also D of C at Beaureper.
An enjoyable and welcoming evening was had by all those who were present.

Sunday 12th November 2017, saw seventeen Derbyshire Freemasons meet at the Royal British Legion in Repton.
From here they marched to St Wystan’s Church for an absolutely packed Remembrance Service. The vicar gave a special welcome to those in Uniform, naming some in particular – which included the Derbyshire Freemasons.
After the service the wreaths were laid, including one from the Provincial Grand Lodge of Derbyshire, which was laid by Brother Anthony Waddington, who served in the army up until a couple of years ago.
The parade then marched back to The British Legion.
Thanks go to the Brethren of Bretby Lodge for welcoming Brethren from other Lodges, including Hartington Lodge and Trisantona Lodge. With special thanks going to W. Bro Terry Hough for organising.

Friday night saw a special meeting for United Service Lodge, not only was it their Annual Rememberance Meeting, but they also had the pleasure of Initiating three candidates. 
A triple Initiation is something that doesn’t happen that often, but to have it happen on one of the most special evenings of their Masonic calendar is even better. I guess that explains why there was approximately 90 brethren present including the Provincial Grand Master of Derbyshire, who took the Chair to open the Lodge in exemplary fashion. 
All the Officers who took part in the ceremony did extremely well and gave the three candidates a memorable evening and entrance to Derbyshire Freemasonry.
The Festive Board was as moving and special as always, with the Bugle calling the Brethren to dinner and playing the Last Post.
To anyone who’s not been to the Rememberance Meeting, it’s well worth a visit.

The three candidates and a number of the Officers.

The Right Worshipful, Provincial Grand Master – Steven Varley, presenting the three candidates with a Derbyshire Freemasonry Rememberance Tie.