DGP's Communique's 2026

2026 Summer Social Event

      The Third Annual Allied summer social event took place at the Delamere Fortune Palace Chinese Restaurant on a delightful sun drenched Sunday afternoon on 23rd August 2026. Seventy plus brethren, wife’s, partners and family attended and experienced an excellent choice of dishes to numerous to mention at this very pleasant location. The dining room had a fantastic buzz as the brethren and their wife’s met old friends and new friendships forged. The Allied leadership invites you all back for next years social event at the same venue. Details will be circulated soon via your council secretary’s and a poster with booking details will be on the district website. We have secured 100 places for next year and will be a private party for our district only.  Dining will start at the earlier time of 12.00 noon -3-00pm on Sunday 22nd August 2027. Be sure to book early when the booking details are released to avoid disappointment.                                                                 A very sincere thank you all for supporting this event.                                                        R.W.Bro. Brian Williams D.G.P.

First Founders Meeting of Alliegance Allied Council

n Sunday 16th August 2023  the very first founders meeting took place at The Partridge Inn at Stretton.
The meeting was to lay down the foundations for the future consecration of a new Allied Council.
           The new council will be called Allegiance Allied Council No ?  and will meet three times yearly at Runcorn Masonic Hall, meeting on a Saturday morning.  If any brother requires further information or is interested in becoming a member of this exciting new council, please contact W. Bro Steve Headdock .  Phone 07831 607856.  (Founding Secretary)

East Midlands AGM August 2026

On Saturday 15th August 2026, our D.G.P.  R.W. Bro Brian Williams, his deputy, W.Bro Graham Kirby accompanied by five district officers travelled to Derby in the East Midlands to attend their AGM.
        A delightful Allied meeting followed by an excellent social board was had by all. It will indeed be a pleasure to return once again next year, and meet our Allied friends from all parts of the country.

Team Visit Great Orme Council No. 5 wed 15th July

The DGP R W Bro Brian Williams, accompanied by his DDGP W Bro Graham Kirby had a lovely evening when they attended Great Orme Council nr 5 Wednesday 15July and witnessed  the Introduction Reception and Admission of Brother Victor Rogerson into the AMD

This was followed by our Past DGP RW Bro Peter Talbot being presented with his honourary membership and then rounded off with a superb festive board buffet for the circa 35 attending brethren.

Condate Council No. 134 Installation July 2026

The District Grand Prefect R W Bro Brian Williams, accompanied by thr Deputy District Grand Prefect W Bro Graham Kirby, Past Dist Grand Prefects, Past Deputy District Grand Prefect and the majority of the District team had a thoroughly enjoyable evening when they attended Condate Council nr 134 Monday 6th July.

Its worth noting our records confirm that this meeting was supported by the most District Team members ever.

Here, they witnessed  the Introduction Reception and Admission of 2 new Brothers Kevin Rick and Lee Doran into the Alled degree commendably performed by the Worshipful Master W bro  Roy Jutson
(Both photographed alongside the DGP (Jpg WA0024) 

This was immediately followed by the installation of Bro David Turvey as Worshipful Master for the ensuing year again performed admirably by W bro Roy.

The evening was rounded off by a very  enjoyable and well attended festive board.

Third Annual Allied Summer Social Event

Please see below information regarding the upcoming Summer Social for the Allied Masonic District of Cheshire & North Wales.

District Grand Prefect - Introductory Newsletter

DGP Visit to Excelsior Mark Lodge (Windows Sons Motorbike Enthusiasts

Our District Grand prefect was invited to attend the first meeting of Excelsior Mark lodge (Widows Sons motorcycle Enthusiasts) ) on 2nd May along with The heads of Mark, Craft & Royal Order of Scotland orders
Our DGP (Brian Williams) and PGM of Mark (Gary Horstman) along with PGM of Craft (David Dyson) were invited to be the Overseers  for the initiation of 4 candidates into the Mark Degree.
Excellent day all round !
A novel presentation was made to the 3 overseers in the form of a key in a cubic stone with engraved plate on the front. 
 
Note: The WM of Excelsior is Harry Shone a relative newcomer into our AMD  & Mike Ross in the normal dress code for Excelsior Mark Lodge – note the boots!! 

Wirral Emeritus No 169 - Team Visit

This is photo of the 25th Anniversary of the Council held on Sat 11th April 2026 in Manor Road, Wallasey
30 people in attendance plus a £100 Cheque for Ty Gobaith Children’s Hospice in North Wales was presented to District Grand Prefect 
Well attended by District Team, Member’s & Guests – a  superb afternoon.

Cheshire & North Wales held the AGM at Wrexham on Saturday 14th February 2026

 Over 100 Brethren were in attendance, with a great turnout from the District team in support of Our R.W.D.G.P. Brian Williams. We extend our thanks and gratitude to all the visiting brethren from around the country.

West Midlands AGM 2026

Our R.W.D.G.P. Brian Williams and brethren from Cheshire & North Wales District team, attended the AGM of West Midlands at Burton on Trent on Saturday 31st Jan 2026.
A memorable occasion once again.