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Britannic Council of Madeira welcomes Dist. GJW

Details: Published: Wednesday, 08 April 2026 12:04

An unfortunate start to the meeting of the Britannic Council of Madeira, with the Worshipful Master falling ill on the day of the meeting. A quick reshuffle and W. Bro. David Clemson came to the rescue and agreed to take the chair for the meeting. So Lodge duly opened, the Council welcomed the District Grand Junior Warden, W. Bro. Keith Florence and a delegation of District Grand Officers.

A lodge of Grand Tilers of Solomon was then opened to admit Bro. Adam Page into the Masters Elect of 27. The Lodge had commissioned a beautiful drawing of the Plan of the Temple which was displayed by Grand Master Hiram Abiff to the members present, who were in awe of it's beauty. The ceremony continued in fine style to admit Adam into the Degree.

Ceremony complete, lodge business attended to, the Lodge was closed and the Brethren made their way to the 1st floor dining room for a splendid meal of Thai Monk Fish with mussels (somebody said they were moules, but I'm pretty sure they were mussels) all accompanied by some very fine wines.

The WM then taught everyone the AMD fire using a parallelepipedon, which caused much confusion. But not as much as when the rectangle was re-introduced followed by a Rhombus!! After much un-scynchronised clapping, the WM toasted to their next merry meeting.

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Rumbelow Council No.67 Welcomes DGP

Details: Published: Wednesday, 25 March 2026 23:17

On Wednesday 25th March the "67"ers assembled at Mark Masons Hall for their March meeting. After opening, the Council welcomed the District Grand Prefect, R.W.Bro. Scott Cargill and a delegation of District Grand Officers.

Formalities complete, V.W.Bro. Jules Greenwall took the Chair to conduct the Degree of Grand Tilers of Solomon for five candidates. The ceremony was conducted in a fine manner.

A swift turn around transformed the Temple ready for the Ceremony of Grand High Priest which saw W. Bro. Keith Florence take the chair to conduct the ceremony for 8 candidates. Once again a fine performance by Keith and an excellent rendition of the lecture by Bro. Ian Dent.

After the meeting Brethren made their way to the Duke of Conaught room to partake in an excellent festive board of fine food, fine wine and port. The evening concluded with Worshsipful Master W. Bro. Mark Lappage toasting to their next merry meeting.

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Metropolitan TI welcomes District Grand Senior Warden

Details: Published: Thursday, 19 March 2026 10:36

On the evening of 18th March members of Metropolitan TI Council assembled in the Bristol room at Mark Masons' Hall. After the Lodge was opened the Council welcomed W. Bro. John Baker, District Grand Senior Warden and a delegation of District Grand Officers. A eulogy to R.W. Bro. Eddy Goodwin was then given and a moment of silence was held in memory of Eddy.

The WM and his team then Introduced, Received and Admitted Bro. Steven Fasey into the degree of St. Lawrence the Martyr, with an excellent rendition of the lecture from W. Bro. Roger Keys.

The Council then moved onto install Bro. Michael Minkov into the Master's chair. At the same time Bro. Paul Busby received the secrets of an Installed Master.

W. Bro. Minkov then appointed and invested his officers in fine style before closing the lodge.

After a short break in a 2nd floor roadside hostelry members gathered in the Euston room on the first floor for an excellent and convivial Festive Board. Food and drink consumed, Toasts made and responded to, the WM toasted to our next merry meeting.

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R.W. Bro. Eddy Goodwin

Details: Published: Wednesday, 18 February 2026 16:23

It is with deep sadness that I write to inform you of the passing of Right Worshipful Brother Eddy Goodwin, Past District Grand Prefect of the Allied Masonic Degrees District of London, who died peacefully on 16th February 2026.

Eddy gave many years of devoted and distinguished service to the District, and to the Order more widely. He was of course a great supporter of all the Companion Orders. During his term as District Grand Prefect, he led with quiet dignity, steadfast commitment, and a genuine care for the welfare of the brethren. His guidance, wisdom, and encouragement left a lasting impression on all who had the privilege of serving alongside him.

Beyond his rank and office, he will be remembered as a true and loyal friend — courteous, thoughtful, and ever willing to offer support and counsel. His contribution to AMD London forms an enduring part of our District’s history.

On behalf of the Officers and brethren of the District, we extend our sincere condolences to his family and loved ones at this difficult time. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

May the Great Disposer of All grant him eternal rest and peace.

For a reflection on Eddy's passing from the Deputy Grand Master R.W. Bro. Colin Woodcock MBE click here.

Regretfully,

Scott Cargill

District Grand Prefect

AMD District of London