FREEMASONS

The United Grand Lodge of England is the Governing body for over two hundred thousand Freemasons meeting in over 6,800 Lodges worldwide. In the UK, Lodges are grouped into either the Metropolitan Grand Lodge or Provincial Grand Lodges. Most of the "overseas" Lodges are grouped into Districts, each headed by a District Grand Master appointed by Grand Lodge. The only real difference between Districts and Provinces is that Districts are given somewhat more power to run their own affairs. This is an historical anomaly probably resulting from the length of time it took for communications between Districts and Grand Lodge. It could be argued that with modern communications methods there should now be no distinction between Districts and Provinces; however, Freemasonry loves its traditions!... FREEMASONRY Bringing together what belongs together... If you are interested in Freemasonry or are considering joining our organisation - then you are at the right | District Grand Lodge of North..

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