Freemasonry in Southampton
Freemasonry is one of the world's oldest and largest non-religious, non-political, fraternal and charitable organisations. It teaches moral lessons and self-knowledge through participation in a progression of allegorical two-act plays.
The Southampton Masonic Hall has been the spiritual and social home of Southampton Masons since 1879. Several Lodges and Chapters meet here regularly throughout the year, maintaining traditions that stretch back centuries.
Freemasonry in England is overseen by the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE). Members commit to charitable work, mutual support, and personal moral development.
Lodges & Chapters at the Hall
Twenty-three Craft Lodges, Royal Arch Chapters and other Masonic bodies hold their regular meetings at the Southampton Masonic Hall. Each Lodge has its own history, customs, and charitable focus. If you are interested in finding out more about Freemasonry or joining a Lodge, please get in touch.
Craft Lodges
Multiple Craft Lodges meet regularly at the Hall, covering the three degrees of Entered Apprentice, Fellowcraft, and Master Mason.
Royal Arch Chapters
Royal Arch Chapters complement Craft Masonry, exploring further allegorical teachings considered the completion of the third degree.
Charitable Work
Southampton Masons have a proud tradition of charitable giving, supporting local causes and national Masonic charities.
United Grand Lodge
The Hall falls under the jurisdiction of the United Grand Lodge of England, the governing body for Freemasonry in England and Wales.
Lodge & Chapter Directory
The Hall sits within the Masonic Province of Hampshire and Isle of Wight — visit the Provincial website to find out more about Freemasonry across the county. To learn more about Masonry in Southampton, contact any of the Lodges and Chapters below directly.
Craft Lodges
12 meeting at the Hall
Royal Gloucester Lodge No. 130
Meets on the second Thursday of January (Installation meeting), February, March, April, May, September, October and November.
Lodge of Peace and Harmony No. 359
Meets on the third Monday of January (Installation meeting), February, March, April, May, October, November and December.
Southampton Lodge No. 394
Meets on the third Thursday of January, February (Installation meeting), March, April, September, October, November, and December.
Shirley Lodge No. 1112
Meets on the first Monday of February, March, April, June, September, October (Installation meeting), November, and December, and the first Thursday of May.
Albert Edward Lodge No. 1780
Meets on the first Tuesday of February (Installation meeting), March, April, May, June, October, November, and December.
Beach Lodge No. 2955
Meets on the second Wednesday of January, February (Installation meeting), March, April, October, November, and December.
Lodge of Concord No. 4910
Meets on the fourth Friday of January, February, March, April, September, October (Installation meeting), and November.
Sir Bevis Lodge No. 5072
Meets on the fourth Saturday of January, February, March (Installation meeting), April, May, September, October and November.
Ye Olde Bargate Lodge No. 5296
Meets on the second Monday of January, February, March, April, May, October (Installation meeting), November, and December.
Lodge of Chivalry No. 5685
Meets on the third Friday of February, March, May, June, October (Installation meeting), December and the second Friday of September.
Southampton University Lodge No. 7022
Meets on the first Saturday of February, March, June (Installation meeting), October and December.
Southampton & District Installed Masters' Lodge No. 9181
Meets on the first Friday of June.
Royal Arch Chapters
5 meeting at the Hall
Royal Gloucester Chapter No. 130
Meets on the first Thursday of February, March, April (Installation meeting), October and November.
Chapter of Peace No. 359
Meets on the first Friday of February, March, April, October and November (Installation meeting).
Chapter of Concord No. 394
Meets on the fourth Thursday of February, April, September and November (Installation meeting).
Albert Edward Chapter No. 1780
Meets on the third Tuesday of February, April (Installation meeting), October and November.
Bramston Beach Chapter No. 2955
Meets on the first Wednesday of March, April, October, November and December (Installation meeting).
Mark & Royal Ark Mariner Lodges
3 meeting at the Hall
Romsey Lodge of Mark Master Masons No. 910
Meets on the fourth Monday of January (Installation meeting), April, October and November.
Forty Steps Lodge of Mark Master Masons No. 1773
Meets on the third Tuesday of January, March, May (Installation meeting) and the second Tuesday of November.
Solent Lodge of Royal Ark Mariners No. 63
Meets on the third Wednesday of February, April and October.
Rose Croix Chapters
2 meeting at the Hall
Canute Chapter Rose Croix No. 41
Meets on the third Wednesday of March, September and November (Installation meeting).
Fides et Justitia Chapter Rose Croix No. 294
Meets on the third Friday of January, April, September (Installation meeting) and November.
Knights Templar Preceptory
1 meeting at the Hall
Royal Gloucester KT No. 32
Meets on the third Wednesday of January, fourth Monday of March and September and the third Thursday of May (Installation meeting).
Meeting dates follow each Lodge’s usual pattern and may occasionally change — please confirm with the Lodge or Chapter before attending.