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The United Grand Lodge of England is a longstanding, non-political and non-religious members' organization that promotes values of Integrity, Friendship, Respect, and Service. With a diverse membership of 170,000 individuals from various backgrounds, it fosters tolerance, civic responsibility, and charitable engagement through local Lodges. The organization aims to enhance its reputation and broaden its membership over the next seven years, encouraging personal development and community involvement. Since its establishment in 1717, Freemasonry has contributed significantly to charitable causes, donating £52 million annually. Members are encouraged to build lasting friendships and engage in self-improvement while respecting diverse beliefs. Individuals interested in joining can locate their local lodge to learn more about the values and traditions of Freemasonry.

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Home of Freemasonry | United Grand Lodge of England

What We Are We are a unique members’ organization that has thrived for over 300 years, with no political or religious affiliations. Our members come from all ages, races, religions, cultures, and backgrounds. We meet in individual Lodges across the country, where our ceremonial traditions encourage tolerance, respect, and civic and charitable responsibilities, while fostering lifelong friendships.

What We Aim For Our goal is to attract individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them develop into thoughtful and confident people. We inspire them to practice our core values—Integrity, Friendship, Respect, and Service—in their personal and public lives, and to solidify our reputation as a positive force in communities.

How We Will Achieve This Over the next seven years, we aim to enhance our reputation and broaden our membership across all age groups.

Our Values

  • Integrity: Honesty, trustworthiness, and reliability form the foundation of a virtuous character, fostering trust and commitment.
  • Friendship: Freemasonry offers opportunities to build lasting friendships among members who share common interests and values.
  • Respect: We value diversity and promote an inclusive environment where different beliefs and backgrounds converge.
  • Service: Service is central to Freemasonry, with members contributing time, resources, and skills to charitable causes and community organizations.

Our History & Achievements Since its foundation in 1717, Freemasonry has become one of Britain’s largest and most influential organizations. Key principles include religious tolerance, meritocracy, civility, and self-improvement. Freemasonry has a rich history of over 300 years, with 170,000 members and £52 million donated annually to charitable causes.

Join Freemasonry Locate your local lodge and explore the values, traditions, and impact of Freemasonry today.