JOINT MARK SOCIAL - 4th DECEMBER 2022
 
 
On Sunday the 4th December 2022, members of Lawrence and New Temple Mark Lodges Nos. 313 and No. 1438 respectively, together with their families and friends enjoyed an early Christmas feast at Chorley Masonic Hall which had been organised by V.W.Bro. John Bicknell.
 
There were 72 in attendance including a surprise attendance by R.W.Bro. Keith Beardmore the Provincial Grand Master and his delightful wife June together with V.W.Bro Geoff Lee, D.Prov.G.M. and his wife Marion. Also attending were W.Bro. Brian Povey, Prov.G.J.W. and his wife Gaynor and W.Bro. David Robinson the Provincial Grand Master’s Special Representative with his wife Elaine.
 
The meal was served by the resident caterer, Sharon Harman, together with her staff and a wonderful meal was enjoyed by all followed with coffee and mince pies.
 
Following the meal, the Master of Ceremonies, V.W.Bro. Paul Snape conducted everyone in the “12 Days of Christmas” to much amusement as each table was required to sing a particular verse whilst on their feet then to sit down whilst the next verses were sung.
 
 
Words and pictures by John Bicknell