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Stephen Ayres Conclave No 50 .
The Consecration of the Stephen Ayres Conclave took place on Tuesday 24th. June at Mark Masons Hall.
Our Grand Master Most Illustrious Brother Jonathan Charles Roberts presenting Ill Preceptor Ill Bro Doug Black with the Warrant.
Yorfrid Conclave No 32.
Yorfrid Conclave No 32 : 19th. May 2025
Another evening of Masonic delight was clearly ahead of the brethren and guests of Yorfrid
Conclave No 32 as they made their way to Widnes Masonic Hall on Monday 19 th May 2025.
The Illustrious Preceptor, Andy Whittle, who just happens to be the Second Provincial Grand
Principal in The West Lancashire Royal Arch Chapter, entered the Conclave with a confident
stride ably assisted by a crutch! Only three weeks earlier Andy had undergone a knee
replacement, and he wasn’t going to let something like that stop him discharging his duties.
The admin was sorted with the assistance of the Scribe, Geoff Gill, and the Marshal, Shaun
Higson then set about preparing the Conclave for the advancement ceremony for David
Berrington.
The ceremony was delivered, in an exemplary manner by Andy who was ably assisted by
Ian Scott as Excellent Preceptor and Joe Simon as Worthy Preceptor. David will surely not
forget tonight’s meeting.
Following the Elections for Illustrious Preceptor (Eric Poole) and Treasurer (Geoff Bailey),
Andy was soon closing the Conclave and we all retired to a superb festive board, where the
atmosphere around the tables was full of lively chatter.
Well done Andy and Yorfrid Conclave.
Mike Beesley Regional Governor.
Horewic Conclave No 41.
Horewic Conclave No 41 15th May 2025
Tonight’s meeting of Horewic Conclave, held by dispensation at Westhoughton, was planned
to be an advancement of a Pilgrim, however ‘the best laid plans of mice and men’ were soon
to change things when the Pilgrim concerned was taken ill with shingles.
Dennis Schiff, the Illustrious Preceptor, opened the Conclave and conducted the business
which included a short paper on the Royal Arch lecture normally delivered by ‘J’, very
informative indeed.
Following which the election of Illustrious Preceptor proved in favour of Stephen Sharp and
treasurer will continue to be Andrew Greenhalgh.
A discussion on the meeting venue took place with the Conclave deciding to resume
meetings at Ridgmont House, Horwich.
All business concluded the Conclave was closed and we all retired to a very pleasant meal
prepared and served by the staff at Brookfield.
Mike Beesley
Regional Governor NW.
Palatine Conclave No 10
Palatine Conclave Wednesday 30 th April 2025
On a very warm Wednesday morning the Pilgrims and Preceptors of Palatine Conclave
No10 descended on Pemberton Masonic Hall with their visitors for their Installation meeting.
R.Ill.Bro, Mike Beesley, Regional Governor was in attendance.
Not to get two distracted by the Installation, the Ill Preceptor Bro. John Breakwell conducted
the Reception Ceremony for two E. Companions Vic Hudson Foulds and Jon Measures, under the
direction of the Deputy Marshal Glyn Davies.
Onward we Strode and in no time John was installing Ill.Bro. Ian Scott as Preceptor under
the direction of Ill.Bro. Chris Welton.
Following a quick photo call we all retired to a modest festive board before making our way
home to prepare for further Masonic duties later in the day.
Holy Well Conclave No.4
The Regional Governor, Mike Beesley accompanied by several members of the North West
Region, attended Holy Well Conclave on Tuesday 15 th April 2025.
The main business of the evening was to receive and advance two new Preceptors, Tony
Heys and Gordon Coppack into the Order. Ill.Bro. John Bird took the chair and steered the
Conclave through an excellent ceremony ably assisted be the members of the Conclave
under the direction of the Marshal Chris Gleave.
At the end of the Conclave business, the Regional Governor took the chair and opened a
Regional meeting, where he reappointed his regional officers Ill. Bro’s Joe Simon as
Secretary, Dennis Schiff (elected) as treasurer and Chris Welton as Marshal.
Handing back the chair to Ill.Bro. John Bird the Conclave was closed and all retired to a
superb festive board prepared and served by the catering staff at the hall.
Another night of wonderful Pilgrim Preceptory Masonry.
Archbishop Plegmund Conclave No.34
A Busy Day in Wallasey – 9th April 2025
Mike Beesley, Regional Governor for the North West, travelled from Leyland to Wallasey with Tony Hall to attend a meeting of Archbishop Plegmund Conclave No. 34 at the Masonic Hall.
The journey via the Kingsway Tunnel was smooth following a quieter post-Grand National period.
Upon arrival, members were setting up under Marshal Bryan Ogden’s guidance. Due to the Illustrious Preceptor Paul Saunders' absence (his wife being unwell), Alan Glazier stepped in with little notice and led a successful, ritual-filled meeting. Administrative matters were swiftly handled, including honorary memberships for Ken Mayer and Mike, a subscription increase, and the proposal of a new member.
The main event was the Advancement to Preceptor of Tony Cross and Jeff Faulkner, followed by the Installation of John Bannell as Illustrious Preceptor. Officers were appointed and invested, and the meeting concluded with a photo, drinks, and a traditional meal. The day ended on a high note, with warm weather and a sense of accomplishment.
Yorfrid Conclave No 32.
Yorfrid Conclave No 32 : 19th. May 2025
Another evening of Masonic delight was clearly ahead of the brethren and guests of Yorfrid Conclave No 32 as they made their way to Widnes Masonic Hall on Monday 19 th May 2025.
The Illustrious Preceptor, Andy Whittle, who just happens to be the Second Provincial Grand Principal in The West Lancashire Royal Arch Chapter, entered the Conclave with a confident stride ably assisted by a crutch! Only three weeks earlier Andy had undergone a knee replacement, and he wasn’t going to let something like that stop him discharging his duties.
The admin was sorted with the assistance of the Scribe, Geoff Gill, and the Marshal, Shaun Higson then set about preparing the Conclave for the advancement ceremony for David Berrington.
The ceremony was delivered, in an exemplary manner by Andy who was ably assisted by Ian Scott as Excellent Preceptor and Joe Simon as Worthy Preceptor. David will surely not forget tonight’s meeting.
Following the Elections for Illustrious Preceptor (Eric Poole) and Treasurer (Geoff Bailey), Andy was soon closing the Conclave and we all retired to a superb festive board, where the atmosphere around the tables was full of lively chatter.
Well done Andy and Yorfrid Conclave.
Mike Beesley Regional Governor.
Horewic Conclave No 41.
Horewic Conclave No 41 15th May 2025
Tonight’s meeting of Horewic Conclave, held by dispensation at Westhoughton, was planned
to be an advancement of a Pilgrim, however ‘the best laid plans of mice and men’ were soon
to change things when the Pilgrim concerned was taken ill with shingles.
Dennis Schiff, the Illustrious Preceptor, opened the Conclave and conducted the business
which included a short paper on the Royal Arch lecture normally delivered by ‘J’, very
informative indeed.
Following which the election of Illustrious Preceptor proved in favour of Stephen Sharp and
treasurer will continue to be Andrew Greenhalgh.
A discussion on the meeting venue took place with the Conclave deciding to resume
meetings at Ridgmont House, Horwich.
All business concluded the Conclave was closed and we all retired to a very pleasant meal
prepared and served by the staff at Brookfield.
Mike Beesley
Regional Governor NW.
Palatine Conclave No 10
Palatine Conclave Wednesday 30 th April 2025
On a very warm Wednesday morning the Pilgrims and Preceptors of Palatine Conclave
No10 descended on Pemberton Masonic Hall with their visitors for their Installation meeting.
R.Ill.Bro, Mike Beesley, Regional Governor was in attendance.
Not to get two distracted by the Installation, the Ill Preceptor Bro. John Breakwell conducted
the Reception Ceremony for two E. Companions Vic Hudson Foulds and Jon Measures, under the
direction of the Deputy Marshal Glyn Davies.
Onward we Strode and in no time John was installing Ill.Bro. Ian Scott as Preceptor under
the direction of Ill.Bro. Chris Welton.
Following a quick photo call we all retired to a modest festive board before making our way
home to prepare for further Masonic duties later in the day.
Holy Well Conclave No.4
The Regional Governor, Mike Beesley accompanied by several members of the North West
Region, attended Holy Well Conclave on Tuesday 15 th April 2025.
The main business of the evening was to receive and advance two new Preceptors, Tony
Heys and Gordon Coppack into the Order. Ill.Bro. John Bird took the chair and steered the
Conclave through an excellent ceremony ably assisted be the members of the Conclave
under the direction of the Marshal Chris Gleave.
At the end of the Conclave business, the Regional Governor took the chair and opened a
Regional meeting, where he reappointed his regional officers Ill. Bro’s Joe Simon as
Secretary, Dennis Schiff (elected) as treasurer and Chris Welton as Marshal.
Handing back the chair to Ill.Bro. John Bird the Conclave was closed and all retired to a
superb festive board prepared and served by the catering staff at the hall.
Another night of wonderful Pilgrim Preceptory Masonry.
Archbishop Plegmund Conclave No.34
A Busy Day in Wallasey – 9th April 2025
Mike Beesley, Regional Governor for the North West, travelled from Leyland to Wallasey with Tony Hall to attend a meeting of Archbishop Plegmund Conclave No. 34 at the Masonic Hall.
The journey via the Kingsway Tunnel was smooth following a quieter post-Grand National period.
Upon arrival, members were setting up under Marshal Bryan Ogden’s guidance. Due to the Illustrious Preceptor Paul Saunders' absence (his wife being unwell), Alan Glazier stepped in with little notice and led a successful, ritual-filled meeting. Administrative matters were swiftly handled, including honorary memberships for Ken Mayer and Mike, a subscription increase, and the proposal of a new member.
The main event was the Advancement to Preceptor of Tony Cross and Jeff Faulkner, followed by the Installation of John Bannell as Illustrious Preceptor. Officers were appointed and invested, and the meeting concluded with a photo, drinks, and a traditional meal. The day ended on a high note, with warm weather and a sense of accomplishment.
Palatine Conclave No 10
Palatine Conclave Wednesday 30 th April 2025
On a very warm Wednesday morning the Pilgrims and Preceptors of Palatine Conclave
No10 descended on Pemberton Masonic Hall with their visitors for their Installation meeting.
R.Ill.Bro, Mike Beesley, Regional Governor was in attendance.
Not to get two distracted by the Installation, the Ill Preceptor Bro. John Breakwell conducted
the Reception Ceremony for two E. Companions Vic Hudson Foulds and Jon Measures, under the
direction of the Deputy Marshal Glyn Davies.
Onward we Strode and in no time John was installing Ill.Bro. Ian Scott as Preceptor under
the direction of Ill.Bro. Chris Welton.
Following a quick photo call we all retired to a modest festive board before making our way
home to prepare for further Masonic duties later in the day.
Holy Well Conclave No.4
The Regional Governor, Mike Beesley accompanied by several members of the North West
Region, attended Holy Well Conclave on Tuesday 15 th April 2025.
The main business of the evening was to receive and advance two new Preceptors, Tony
Heys and Gordon Coppack into the Order. Ill.Bro. John Bird took the chair and steered the
Conclave through an excellent ceremony ably assisted be the members of the Conclave
under the direction of the Marshal Chris Gleave.
At the end of the Conclave business, the Regional Governor took the chair and opened a
Regional meeting, where he reappointed his regional officers Ill. Bro’s Joe Simon as
Secretary, Dennis Schiff (elected) as treasurer and Chris Welton as Marshal.
Handing back the chair to Ill.Bro. John Bird the Conclave was closed and all retired to a
superb festive board prepared and served by the catering staff at the hall.
Another night of wonderful Pilgrim Preceptory Masonry.
Archbishop Plegmund Conclave No.34
A Busy Day in Wallasey – 9th April 2025
Mike Beesley, Regional Governor for the North West, travelled from Leyland to Wallasey with Tony Hall to attend a meeting of Archbishop Plegmund Conclave No. 34 at the Masonic Hall.
The journey via the Kingsway Tunnel was smooth following a quieter post-Grand National period.
Upon arrival, members were setting up under Marshal Bryan Ogden’s guidance. Due to the Illustrious Preceptor Paul Saunders' absence (his wife being unwell), Alan Glazier stepped in with little notice and led a successful, ritual-filled meeting. Administrative matters were swiftly handled, including honorary memberships for Ken Mayer and Mike, a subscription increase, and the proposal of a new member.
The main event was the Advancement to Preceptor of Tony Cross and Jeff Faulkner, followed by the Installation of John Bannell as Illustrious Preceptor. Officers were appointed and invested, and the meeting concluded with a photo, drinks, and a traditional meal. The day ended on a high note, with warm weather and a sense of accomplishment.
Holy Well Conclave No.4
The Regional Governor, Mike Beesley accompanied by several members of the North West Region, attended Holy Well Conclave on Tuesday 15 th April 2025.The main business of the evening was to receive and advance two new Preceptors, Tony Heys and Gordon Coppack into the Order. Ill.Bro. John Bird took the chair and steered the Conclave through an excellent ceremony ably assisted be the members of the Conclave under the direction of the Marshal Chris Gleave.
At the end of the Conclave business, the Regional Governor took the chair and opened a Regional meeting, where he reappointed his regional officers Ill. Bro’s Joe Simon as Secretary, Dennis Schiff (elected) as treasurer and Chris Welton as Marshal. Handing back the chair to Ill.Bro. John Bird the Conclave was closed and all retired to a superb festive board prepared and served by the catering staff at the hall.
Another night of wonderful Pilgrim Preceptory Masonry.
Archbishop Plegmund Conclave No.34
A Busy Day in Wallasey – 9th April 2025
Mike Beesley, Regional Governor for the North West, travelled from Leyland to Wallasey with Tony Hall to attend a meeting of Archbishop Plegmund Conclave No. 34 at the Masonic Hall.
The journey via the Kingsway Tunnel was smooth following a quieter post-Grand National period.
Upon arrival, members were setting up under Marshal Bryan Ogden’s guidance. Due to the Illustrious Preceptor Paul Saunders' absence (his wife being unwell), Alan Glazier stepped in with little notice and led a successful, ritual-filled meeting. Administrative matters were swiftly handled, including honorary memberships for Ken Mayer and Mike, a subscription increase, and the proposal of a new member.
The main event was the Advancement to Preceptor of Tony Cross and Jeff Faulkner, followed by the Installation of John Bannell as Illustrious Preceptor. Officers were appointed and invested, and the meeting concluded with a photo, drinks, and a traditional meal. The day ended on a high note, with warm weather and a sense of accomplishment.
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Athenaeum Conclave No. 28
One more successful Installation meeting of Athenaeum Conclave No 28 took place Saturday 15 March 2025 at the Masonic Hall of Kifisia, Athens, Greece.
The Illustrious Preceptor, Ill Bro Andreas Arkouzis, installed his successor, Wy Bro Konstantinos Athanasopoulos, in excellent manner according to Ancient Tradition of the Masonic Order of Pilgrim Preceptors.
A superb Festive Board followed, and the Brethren enjoyed Greek delicious specialities in a lovely atmosphere.
Well done, Pilgrim Preceptors!
Members of Athenaeum Conclave No. 28, Athens
The newly installed Illustrious Preceptor, Ill. Bro. K. Athanasopoulos, with the Regional Governor of the Mediterranean Region, R. Ill. Bro. E. Kalogeropoulos
Portus Adurni No. 13
Portus Adurni Emergency Meeting held on Friday 31 January 2025.
Grand Master the Most Illustrious Brother Jonathan Roberts with the Acting Ill Preceptor Mark Gannaway.
The Grand Master and Ill Preceptor Mark Gannaway with the three Candidates for the Pilgrimage and Preceptor
Ceremonies namely Steven Groegen, Peter Hartland and Ali Nazaripour.
Also in attendance was Jonathan Whitaker for the Preceptors Ceremony on behalf of Titus Caesar.
Archbishop Plegmund No. 34
Archbishop Plegmund Conclave No.34
Wednesday 9 th October and rain it did pour! But that didn’t stop the brethren of Archbishop
Plegmund Conclave from turning out to Wallasey Masonic Hall for another feast of Pilgrim
Preceptor Masonry.
Arriving at the hall, the rain was abating, and the Regional Governor, Mike Beesley
accompanied by Ill.Bro. Ian Scott and Bro. Tony Hall who had accompanied him to the
meeting found the Ill. Preceptor Paul Saunders, entering the hall.
We were all soon in the Lodge room where the brethren, under the direction of Ill. Bro. Ken
Mayer, acting as Marshal Preceptor for the day, were busy setting out the Conclave.
In no time at all Paul was soon opening the meeting and following a memoriam for Departed
Merit, Ill. Bro. Eric Lysons, PGMar., a founder and very well-respected Freemason in the
Region who passed to higher service on the 7 th August. The brethren stood in silent and sad
reflection.
We were then into the admin of the Conclave which was, as usual, skilfully managed by the
conclave Scribe Ill Bro. Shaun Crutchley, PGKoP.
Then it was the main event to admit two E. Companions as pilgrims. The Ill Preceptor
assisted by Ill.Bro. Alan Glazier as Excellent Preceptor and Bro. Austin Bamber the Worthy
Preceptor, admitted the two Companions in a very dignified manner all under the guidance of
Ken Mayer who continued to act as Marshal Preceptor.
The two new Bro’s welcomed and seated in the North all that remained was for the Regional
Governor to present Bro Barry Travers with his membership certificate which was duly
signed and formerly presented by the Ill Preceptor.
The Conclave closed and there was just a quick photo call with the new members to
accompany this report. Sadly, other photos of those attending were well ‘underexposed’ and
are unavailable to publish.
The festive board was the usual fish and chips followed by a cheese board, all excellent,
prepared and served by the hall staff.
After the usual toast, with short responses, we were soon on our way home in all directions.
And the rain, it started as soon as we walked out of the door.
Mike Beesley Reg. Gov . North West.
The photo shows: Paul Saunders IP, Anthony Cross, Jeffrey Faulkner with Mike Beesley
Members of Athenaeum Conclave No. 28, Athens
The newly installed Illustrious Preceptor, Ill. Bro. K. Athanasopoulos, with the Regional Governor of the Mediterranean Region, R. Ill. Bro. E. Kalogeropoulos
Portus Adurni No. 13
Portus Adurni Emergency Meeting held on Friday 31 January 2025.
Grand Master the Most Illustrious Brother Jonathan Roberts with the Acting Ill Preceptor Mark Gannaway.
The Grand Master and Ill Preceptor Mark Gannaway with the three Candidates for the Pilgrimage and Preceptor
Ceremonies namely Steven Groegen, Peter Hartland and Ali Nazaripour.
Also in attendance was Jonathan Whitaker for the Preceptors Ceremony on behalf of Titus Caesar.
Archbishop Plegmund No. 34
Archbishop Plegmund Conclave No.34
Wednesday 9 th October and rain it did pour! But that didn’t stop the brethren of Archbishop
Plegmund Conclave from turning out to Wallasey Masonic Hall for another feast of Pilgrim
Preceptor Masonry.
Arriving at the hall, the rain was abating, and the Regional Governor, Mike Beesley
accompanied by Ill.Bro. Ian Scott and Bro. Tony Hall who had accompanied him to the
meeting found the Ill. Preceptor Paul Saunders, entering the hall.
We were all soon in the Lodge room where the brethren, under the direction of Ill. Bro. Ken
Mayer, acting as Marshal Preceptor for the day, were busy setting out the Conclave.
In no time at all Paul was soon opening the meeting and following a memoriam for Departed
Merit, Ill. Bro. Eric Lysons, PGMar., a founder and very well-respected Freemason in the
Region who passed to higher service on the 7 th August. The brethren stood in silent and sad
reflection.
We were then into the admin of the Conclave which was, as usual, skilfully managed by the
conclave Scribe Ill Bro. Shaun Crutchley, PGKoP.
Then it was the main event to admit two E. Companions as pilgrims. The Ill Preceptor
assisted by Ill.Bro. Alan Glazier as Excellent Preceptor and Bro. Austin Bamber the Worthy
Preceptor, admitted the two Companions in a very dignified manner all under the guidance of
Ken Mayer who continued to act as Marshal Preceptor.
The two new Bro’s welcomed and seated in the North all that remained was for the Regional
Governor to present Bro Barry Travers with his membership certificate which was duly
signed and formerly presented by the Ill Preceptor.
The Conclave closed and there was just a quick photo call with the new members to
accompany this report. Sadly, other photos of those attending were well ‘underexposed’ and
are unavailable to publish.
The festive board was the usual fish and chips followed by a cheese board, all excellent,
prepared and served by the hall staff.
After the usual toast, with short responses, we were soon on our way home in all directions.
And the rain, it started as soon as we walked out of the door.
Mike Beesley Reg. Gov . North West.
The photo shows: Paul Saunders IP, Anthony Cross, Jeffrey Faulkner with Mike Beesley
Grand Master the Most Illustrious Brother Jonathan Roberts with the Acting Ill Preceptor Mark Gannaway.
The Grand Master and Ill Preceptor Mark Gannaway with the three Candidates for the Pilgrimage and Preceptor Ceremonies namely Steven Groegen, Peter Hartland and Ali Nazaripour.
Also in attendance was Jonathan Whitaker for the Preceptors Ceremony on behalf of Titus Caesar.