West Kent Provincial Press Releases
Christmas Story
I would like to tell you all a Christmas story with a sightly more up to date twist. In my capacity as a District Councillor, people bring me all manor of problems, some of which I can help with directly, some I pass on to the correct authorities, and some I simply...
PGM’s Christmas Address – December 2020
Brethren and Companions, As 2020 draws to a close, this has been a unique year in many respects. It has certainly been the most challenging year of my life – and whilst some of our senior members may recall darker days – I think for the majority of us, this is a...
West Kent supports Age Concern, Orpington
Bob Blanchett, Secretary of Heart of Oak Lodge approached the West Kent Emergency Fund (WKEF), seeking support for the charity Age Concern, Orpington. The charity provides day care and support to the elderly and physically and mental frail people in the Orpington...
Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice Thank you letter
Our Provincial Charity Steward, Peter Brooker, received a very nice thank you letter from Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice after being awarded a donation of £2,045 via the Masonic Charitable Foundation on behalf of West Kent Freemasons. Please see letter...
Homeless to receive more than £850,000 in donations from Freemasons to help protect them this winter
Having donated £1m between April and July to help those impacted by the Covid-19 crisis, Freemasons are now focusing on protecting the homeless, with a new series of donations across England and Wales. The homeless crisis has been exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic,...
Resumption of Masonic Meetings
In line with the ending of the Government lockdown the suspension of Lodge and Chapter meetings by the MW, the Grand Master, also expires. New rules and conditions are in force and meetings can resume in compliance with the new tier restrictions set out below. The...
West Kent Helps Local Riding for the Disabled Charity
Medway Lodge approached the West Kent Emergency Fund (WKEF), seeking support for the charity ‘Bradbourne Riding for the Disabled’, based at Sevenoaks. This charity would normally be providing riding opportunities and stimulating, therapeutic exercise experiences for...
Community Cupboard Charity send thank you letter after our donation
The Community Cupboard is a new Charity helping families and individuals in Kent who are facing difficulties. Obviously this year has been overwhelming for these charities and we are pleased to have been able to offer a little help from all our members. Please see the...
Front Line TLC Teddies
West Kent TLC Teddies are still doing their important work at Tunbridge Wells Hospital. One member of West Kent was very lucky to be able to go to reception(after being checked) to deliver Bears today and chat with the Amazing Staff. He was pleased to say that the TLC...