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Why become a Freemason?
Throughout 300 years of heritage and history, our members have come from all walks of life and each with their own unique story to tell for why they became a Freemason.
As one of the oldest social and charitable organisations in the world, we have a thriving community of approximately 170,000 members throughout England and Wales, as well as Districts overseas. Freemasons use four key values to help define their path through life: Integrity, Friendship, Respect, and Service. Those values, upheld by its members, offer a framework for making better choices in life and living a more fulfilling and purposeful existence.
Membership is open to people from all backgrounds and our aim is to empower members to be the best they can be.
You want to make new friendships
Freemasonry offers the opportunity to engage with like-minded people from different backgrounds who you wouldn’t usually meet
From the Universities Scheme and New and Young Masons Clubs, to special interest Lodges, Freemasonry gives members many opportunities to make a wide circle of friends for life. Finding bonds with people who share common interests and meeting people from all different backgrounds are just some of the ways Freemasonry can help cultivate lasting friendships.
You want to develop yourself
It provides an opportunity to explore your potential through improved self-knowledge and confidence on an enduring foundation of ethical and moral values
You want to make a positive contribution to society
Freemasons actively engage in charitable events and activities. They dedicate time, resources and skills to support communities by being part of something that makes a difference to the world.
Join Freemasonry today
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