<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Lodge of Fraternal Union 7570]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Lodge of Fraternal Union is a welcoming and established Masonic lodge dedicated to fellowship, personal development, and charitable values. ]]></description><link>https://www.fraternalunion.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:25:54 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.fraternalunion.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[FRATERNAL UNION CHARITY GALA 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[Next March we will be hosting a Charity Gala alongside Mayflower Lodge No. 8815!]]></description><link>https://www.fraternalunion.com/post/fraternal-union-charity-gala-2027</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cac6fcd1d6d2cc935b8875</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:55:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b8b99b_186e08e90a04458ab92181a4cfd8e8ff~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Morgan Tye</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[50 Year Certificate for W.Bro Ian Hancox]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday the 10th July 2024 played host to both the European semi finals and the installation meeting of The Lodge of Fraternal Union. The lodge welcomed a large number of brethren from across the province including the newly invested Assistant Provincial Grand Master, WBro Paul Hillyard, who presented a 50 year certificate to WBro Ian Hancox. Which is a superb achievement for Ian. The installation was a success and WBro Chris Easter was installed into the Chair for the second time and...]]></description><link>https://www.fraternalunion.com/post/50-year-certificate-for-w-bro-ian-hancox</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cabe06d1d6d2cc935b82c1</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:19:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b8b99b_c0ffedaf8ae44796b4d526d4db84e46a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_783,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Morgan Tye</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[On May 13th 2026 at 6pm The Lodge of Fraternal Union Host the APGM]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brethren, The Lodge of Fraternal Union welcome W.Bro Paul Hillyard on what will be his last official visit as APGM before he is invested as DPGM at the AGM on July 1st. We will be passing a brother in what will no doubt be a great evening! If you would like to come and celebrate with us please book in using the below link. If you think your lodge can gather 7 members you can challenge us for the platinum gavel we hold! https://forms.gle/u7ahHB2QfU2R1gPV7 We look forward to welcoming you!]]></description><link>https://www.fraternalunion.com/post/on-may-13th-2026-at-6pm-the-lodge-of-fraternal-union-host-the-apgm</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cabef9d1d6d2cc935b835c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:48:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b8b99b_7c1580196f954513b211ac26e1c50b04~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Morgan Tye</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Frat U out in full force]]></title><description><![CDATA[The worshipful master and senior warden attend the are ‘dine-a-friend’ evening accompanied by a handful of men who are all interested in joining. It was a great night with a super presentation and scrumptious pint and curry afterwards!]]></description><link>https://www.fraternalunion.com/post/frat-u-out-in-full-force</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cb98a1d1d6d2cc935bcf3e</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:51:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b8b99b_ea212ceddee44ccdb10691f0dfab73de~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Morgan Tye</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[W.Bro Ian Hancox raises £5203 for Southampton Immunology]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday 25th May, two days before his 80th birthday, W.Bro Ian Hancox completed his charity Wingwalk at Headcorn Airfield in Kent, with the proceeds going to the Immunology Research Programme at the Southampton University. W.Bro Ian would like to thank all of those brethren whose kind, generous support and donations to the charity raised the sum of £5203.00]]></description><link>https://www.fraternalunion.com/post/w-bro-ian-hancox-raises-5203-for-southampton-immunology</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cbd7ff6eb823cd3ba4e399</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b8b99b_47fdae5c142842ee8c1ae45b14537138~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Morgan Tye</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Installation of                  W.Bro Dave Bowen.]]></title><description><![CDATA[A bumper night last night at Fraternal Union as almost 80 brethren came together to see W.Bro Dave Bowen installed into the Chair of King Solomon.    Brethren, including two APGM’s and myriad Grand Officers, came from across the Province to enjoy a wonderful ceremony and fantastic festive board! Have a great year Dave!]]></description><link>https://www.fraternalunion.com/post/the-installation-of-w-bro-dave-bowen</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cbd4d1f00b6aba29086dec</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b8b99b_299ac9c7f56343afa7786b45d798e549~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Morgan Tye</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>