The Council for Freemasonry in England and Wales fosters collaboration among male and female Freemasons, challenging the misconception that Freemasonry is exclusively male. Established to enhance cooperation among the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE), the Order of Women Freemasons (OWF), and the Honourable Fraternity of Ancient Freemasons (HFAF), the Council promotes principles of merit, tolerance, diversity, and inclusion. It coordinates community service initiatives and aims to increase membership, particularly among women. Leadership rotates among the heads of the Grand Lodges, with the OWF and HFAF providing the President for the first two years, followed by UGLE. The Council signifies a commitment to unity and the core values of Freemasonry—integrity, friendship, respect, and service. In September 2025, the Grand Lodge of Scotland joined the Council, further strengthening collaborative efforts across Great Britain. Key members include Grand Masters and Grand Secretaries from the participating organizations.
December 7th, 2025
February 10th, 2026
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Title: Council for Freemasonry | England and Wales
The Council for Freemasonry has been established in England and Wales to promote collaboration among male and female Freemasons. This initiative aims to address misconceptions about Freemasonry, particularly the false notion that it is exclusively male. Women's Freemasonry has been a significant part of the UK Freemasonry landscape for over a century.
The Council will enhance cooperation between the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE), the Order of Women Freemasons (OWF), and the Honourable Fraternity of Ancient Freemasons (HFAF). Its goals include promoting the principles of merit, tolerance, diversity, and inclusion, coordinating community service efforts, and driving membership growth, especially among women.
The Council will consist of the heads of each Grand Lodge, with a rotating presidency among them. The OWF and HFAF will provide the President for the first two years, followed by UGLE in the third year. The formation of this Council represents a significant step towards unity and the reaffirmation of Freemasonry’s values of integrity, friendship, respect, and service.
In September 2025, the Grand Lodge of Scotland joined the Council, further enhancing its collaborative efforts across Great Britain.
Members of the Council: