Provincial Grand Lodge of Durham

Integrity, Friendship, Respect and Service - building stronger communities across County Durham and the wider region since 1738.

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Donated to local causes in 2025-26, from the Great North Air Ambulance and The King's Trust to Comfort Bears and community projects across the Province.
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Welcome

A message from
the Provincial Grand Master

"Durham Freemasonry is thriving - and the very best is yet to come."

Welcome to the Provincial Grand Lodge of Durham. Ours is a Province with a proud history stretching back to 1738, and one that continues to grow and evolve. From our lodges meeting in village halls to our chapters in historic Masonic halls across the region, Durham Freemasonry is a living, breathing community of Brothers united by shared values.

Whether you are a member looking to connect more deeply with our Province, or someone curious about what Freemasonry means, I warmly invite you to explore what we have to offer.

RW Bro John David Watts

Provincial Grand Master, Durham

Integrity
Honesty, trustworthiness, honour and reliability form the foundation of a virtuous character and a life of strong principles.
Friendship
Freemasonry gives members opportunities to make a wide circle of friends for life, providing a bond of belonging, enjoyment and fulfilment.
Respect
From its earliest days, Freemasonry has respected the beliefs of its members, fostering inclusivity, tolerance and harmony across different backgrounds.
Service
Whether fundraising, volunteering or supporting community organisations, service is at the very heart of Freemasonry.

Our Province

Durham by the numbers

A proud and growing Province, meeting in lodges and chapters across County Durham, Tyne and Wear, and the wider North East.

149
Craft Lodges
Across the Province
50
Royal Arch Chapters
One Masonic journey
36
Masonic Halls
Venues across the region
4,000+
Members
Brothers in Durham

Latest from the Province

News & stories

Stories of friendship, charity and community from lodges across Durham.

Durham Freemasons and The Not Forgotten Host Veterans’ Garden Party at Hardwick Hall
30 July 2026
Durham Freemasons and The Not Forgotten Host Veterans’ Garden Party at Hardwick Hall
A joint initiative between Durham Freemasons and The Not Forgotten brought together more than 150 veterans, serving personnel, members of the Uniformed Services, carers and supporters at Hardwick Hall Hotel, Sedgefield, on Tuesday 28 July for a special Garden Party designed to tackle social isolation and promote friendship, companionship and wellbeing.
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Durham Freemasons Junior Park Run Group Gets Off to a Flying Start
12 July 2026
Durham Freemasons Junior Park Run Group Gets Off to a Flying Start
The first gathering of the new Durham Freemasons Junior Park Run Group took place at Hardwick Park, Sedgefield, on Sunday 12 July, with families enjoying glorious weather as children took part in the National Junior Park Run.
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Home Again After an Epic Journey from Land’s End to John O’Groats
10 July 2026
Home Again After an Epic Journey from Land’s End to John O’Groats
After more than 1,000 miles, 11 days in the saddle and a journey that tested determination, endurance and friendship, Durham Freemasons Eddie McGourley and Stephen Foster returned home to the North East to a very special welcome.
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