PGL Argyll & the Isles

Freemasonry in Argyll, Bute and Arran, Scotland

Daughter Lodges

Centenary Rededication in Tobermory

Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310 celebrated its 100-year anniversary in 2023. A rededication ceremony was carried out by the Grand Lodge of Scotland on Saturday, 28 October, 2023, headed by the Grand Master Mason, Brother W. Ramsay McGhee.

The ceremony was carried out in a solemn and dignified manner by Grand Lodge, peppered with humour throughout in traditional Scottish style.

The Master of the Lodge, Brother Justin Liddle (Josh), was supported by a large number of visiting brethren from the Province of Durham, Josh’s old stomping ground.

Honorary Membership

Two brethren received honorary membership on the day, brothers Douglas Philand, Immediate Past Provincial Grand Master of Argyll and the Isles, and James McCallum, Past Provincial Grand Secretary.

Gallery

All photos by Brother Cams Campbell, Master of Lodge St Molios No 774 on the Isle of Arran.

  • Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310 Rededication
    Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310 Rededication
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    Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310 Rededication
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    Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310 Rededication
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    Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310 Rededication
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    Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310 Rededication
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    Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310 Rededication
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    Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310 Rededication
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    Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310 Rededication
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    Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310 Rededication
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    Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310 Rededication

Toast List

  • The King, proposed by Brother Justin Liddle, Master of Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310
  • The Craft, proposed by Brother Justin Liddle, Master of Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310
  • The Grand Lodge of Scotland, proposed by Brother Justin Liddle, Master of Lodge Tobermory St Mary’s No 1310
  • Reply, by Brother W. Ramsay McGhee, Grand Master Mason
  • Provincial Grand Lodge of Argyll and the Isles, proposed by Brother Gavin Allan, Master of Lodge Lochfyne No 754
  • Reply, by Brother John Stewart, Provincial Grand Master of Argyll and the Isles
  • Future Health and Prosperity of Lodge Tobermory, proposed by Brother John McNaughton, Substitute Provincial Grand Master of Argyll and the Isles
  • Reply, by Brother Iain Cruickshank, Past Master of Lodge Tobermory

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Installation at Earraghaidheal No 1822

Brother Fred Christie was installed as Master of Lodge Earraghaidheal No 1822 on Saturday, 21 October 2023 by brothers Archibald Chalmers, Past Provincial Grand Master of Ayrshire, Past Master of Lodge No 1705, and Murray Hunter, Past Master of Lodge No 1822.

The ceremony was held in the premises of Lodge Oban Commercial No 180 in Oban.

Gallery

Toast List

  • The King, proposed by Fred Christie, Master
  • The Grand Lodge of Scotland, proposed by Fred Christie, Master
  • The Provincial Grand Lodge of Argyll and the Isles, proposed by Gary Thompson, WSW
  • Reply, by Archibald McCulloch, Provincial Grand Chaplain
  • The Installing Masters, proposed by Fred Christie, Master
  • Reply, by Archibald Chalmers, PM 1705
  • Reply, by Murray Hunter, PM 1822
  • The Visiting Brethren, proposed by Alistair Coultart, WJW
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Coronavirus Donations by Lodge Loch Fyne, No 754

Current Master of the Lodge, Donald Crawford, said it has been a privilege to try to help during this crisis, for example we gave £150 to Midton Acrylics, to make safety visors for NHS staff in Argyll and the same to volunteers making “scrubs,” uniforms for nurses. We have also, donated a couple of large screen ”Tablets” to Ardfenaig Care Home and a consignment of soft drinks to hospital staff, to show our appreciation for these dedicated, hard working staff. 

On behalf of residents, manager of Ardfenaig, Nan Anderson said, “our whole team are doing a fantastic job of looking after our residents and each other during this very difficult time. This kind donation is very welcome. We will use them to reach out to families and people in the community, reminisce, play games, catch up with news, learn new skills and have consultations with professionals. The possibilities are endless. We thank all of you very much for thinking of us and for your support.”                                                                                                                                                                                

Pictured are Angela Tustin, of Ardfenaig, receiving the ”Tablets”  from Donald Crawford, of Lodge Loch Fyne, No.754 and also, local mental health staff, with their supply of soft drinks.

Special Meeting Lodge Dunoon Argyll No 335 Sat 14th March – CANCELLED!

Please note, the special meeting of Lodge Dunoon Argyll, No.335 on Saturday,14th March 2020, at 2.30pm, to host a visitation by Lodge Union and Crown, No.307 has now been cancelled due to concerns re the spread of coronavirus. Sincere apologies from the RWM and brethren of 335, who hope you appreciate the reasoning behind this difficult decision. 
In this regard, please be assured the PGM and myself are in regular and frequent contact about this issue. On the basis there are no known cases in NHS Highland, we have decided to leave guidance as at present and will review again on Monday (or, possibly Tuesday?) by which time we “hope” Grand Lodge will have an updated position on this.

Installation at St Modan No 985

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Lodge St Modan, No 985 got 2020 off to a fantastic start with a huge attendance from within and outwith the province, to witness the Installation of Master Elect, Bro., Alan Bruce MacLeod and office-bearers. Depute Provincial Grand Master, Bro., Kenneth Harvey, was on hand to offer the congratulations and best wishes of PGL, to the new RWM.

The DPGM paid tribute to the great ceremony performed within the confines of a crowded Lodge, by Installing Masters, Bro’s Robert Cruickshanks, Iain Alexander, and Hamish Emslie also warmly welcomed all visitors to the province, thanking the PGM, Douglas Philand, for the privilege of leading the deputation. 

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