What's On?
The continued success of our programme, both masonic and social, rests entirely upon the support of every Mark Mason in the Province. The variety of highly successful events we organise on your behalf ensures something for everyone to enjoy. On each occasion you will be among friends, both new and old, and assured of a hearty and warm welcome. Why not make up a Lodge party to feel well and truly at home?
Most of the social events provide an opportunity to invite our Craft Brethren, and non Masons* along to see how much we do enjoy ourselves in the Warwickshire Mark. This, assisted by distribution of the Provincial Newsletters and our websites makes it very easy to introduce Candidates to our Lodges, thus ensuring ongoing success and support
If you have any thoughts, ideas, comments, suggestions etc. about our Social activities, do please let our Committee Chairman, W Bro Cedric Stiles know.
* indicates events only open to Mark/RAM Masons.
Annual Mark Provincial Golf Day
Harborne Golf
Club
The regulars are there every year – why not join them for a leisurely game and supper? Prizes galore, something for everyone. Or welcome to supper only if you're a non-player.
Full details and booking form can be downloaded here.
Contact:
W Bro Roger Sargent
01530
273971
sargentrw@btinternet.com
Brass on the Grass
Guy's Cliffe,
Warwick
Same great venue and layout as the ever popular Jazz in the Park, but thought we'd add a bit of oomph with a twenty piece Brass Band!
Bring your picnic tables/chairs, gazebos, groundsheets and (just in case) umbrellas to enjoy a lazy, hazy, summer afternoon of entertainment with the Band. Pig Roast, Barbecue and wine/beer/soft drinks included in ticket price.
Full details and booking form can be downloaded here.
Contacts:
W Bro Peter Wellings
peter@wellings.me.uk
07973 135761
W Bro John Handley
johnfrhandley@googlemail.com
01564
777578
The Annual Mark Festival
Peterborough
Details to be advised.
Contact:
W Bro Gareth Hughes, Provincial
Grand Secretary
garethhughes@3castles.nildram.co.uk
01527
874661
Provincial Cricket Match v Worcestershire MMM
Wishaw Cricket
Club, Wishaw
Now an established annual challenge, enjoyed by both sides. Traditional afternoon playing/watching, cream teas, bar and barbecue. Players and spectators now being invited.
Contact:
W Bro Cedric Stiles
cheryl@cherylsmart.orangehome.co.uk
07976
711422
Provincial Officers' Lunch (includes ladies) *
Moor Hall, Sutton
Coldfield
An exclusive invitation to the "engine room" members of the Province, who collectively make everything happen. This includes the new Incoming & Outgoing Provincial Officers, including Prov RAM GR, Social/WMBF/Finance Committee members, and Mark & RAM Grand Lodge Officers, present, past and designate. All will be sent their personal invitations, if you don’t receive yours, get in touch!
Contact:
W Bro David Hopkins
david.hopkins5@sky.com
02476
327971
07770 624950
Fireworks Bonanza, Bonfire, Barbecue & Pig Roast
Park Farm,
Hampton-in-Arden
An explosive 2008 first for the Social Committee, which certainly went off with a bang both then and in 2009! We’re building on our experience and have already lit the blue touch paper for 2010!!
Contact:
W Bro Cedric Stiles
cheryl@cherylsmart.orangehome.co.uk
07976
711422
Annual Meeting of Mark Provincial Grand Lodge *
Stirling Road,
Edgbaston
Always a great meeting to be at in support of our PGM, with a colourful delegation from the Royal Ark Mariners. All Mark Master Masons encouraged to attend.
Details will be sent out with the October 2010 mailing.
Contact:
W Bro Gareth Hughes, Provincial
Grand Secretary
garethhughes@3castles.nildram.co.uk
01527
874661
Annual RAM Investiture *
Freemason's Hall,
Great Queen Street, London
This is the only RAM Grand Meeting during the year, where the worthy recipients receive their high honour in appreciation of their efforts and contribution in support of this delightful degree. All Royal Ark Mariners are very welcome to attend, and convivial group travel arrangements are organised. Please let us know if you wish to be included.
Contact:
W Bro Gareth Hughes, Provincial
Grand Secretary
garethhughes@3castles.nildram.co.uk
01527
874661
Annual Mark Carol Service
Edgbaston Old
Church
A beautiful Service for all the family, followed by seasonal conviviality in a unique atmosphere. Secure parking is available adjacent to the Church.
Application forms will be sent out with the October mailing.
Contact:
V W Bro Stan Smith
01902
842835
Warwickshire Installed Mark Masters' Lodge - Ladies' Festival Weekend
TBA
A weekend with a difference, to which all masons (not just Mark) are invited.
Mark Lodge of Instruction Festival *
Stirling Road,
Edgbaston
All Mark Master Masons, including guests from other Provinces are welcome. Junior Brethren are particularly encouraged to participate in this feast of Ceremonial perfection, and all newly advanced members may attend at no cost to themselves.
Date TBA in April 2011
Contact:
W Bro Simon Wensley
mailto:smwensley@aol.com
024 7659
2034
Mark Family Sunday Lunch
Stirling Road,
Edgbaston
A great event for all the family in the splendid surroundings of our HQ at Stirling Road. Reception drinks in the magnificent Concourse, a hearty lunch, entertainment and a Grand Raffle. Visitors from the Craft and other Orders are very welcome (subject to availability), and Mark Lodge Almoners are especially encouraged to bring along the Masonic Widows they support.
Date TBA in May 2011
Contact:
W Bro Roy Tidmarsh
01676
534483
Golf Match v Worcestershire MMM
Bromsgrove Golf
Club
Date TBA
The Gauntlet is down – may the best side win. Please contact Mike if you are available to play.
Contact:
W Bro Michael Baker
mbaker2897@aol.com
01562 886026
Mark Grand Lodge Annual Investiture Meeting *
Freemason's Hall,
Great Queen Street, London
Date TBA
Grandeur, Pomp and Ceremony – at its very finest – and a rare opportunity to see Mark Grand Lodge in action! We arrange transport, add a little bubbly and nibbles, then bask in true Masonic Pageantry as our well deserving Brethren receive their accolades. All MMMs are welcome.
Contact:
W Bro Peter Harrison
peter@windmillhouse.net
01543
262853