Cheshunt Lodge

"Since joining Freemasonry I have pushed myself into everything thrown at me and I thrive on being a trailblazer for Freemasons helping towards mental health. I’m also a member of the Cornerstone Young Masons Club which is a great network suited to inspiring young and new Freemasons looking to get stuck in and have fun while they do it."

Adam Mills, Ostrea Lodge, Essex

From the Universities Scheme, to clubs for new and younger masons, 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, such as where you live, sports, hobbies and other interests, and meeting people from all different backgrounds are just some of the ways Freemasonry can help cultivate lasting friendships.

Becoming a Freemason means you’ll be joining about 175,000 members throughout England and Wales, as well as Districts overseas.

Membership is open to people from all backgrounds. There are  more than 7,000 Lodges, with any man over the age of 18 welcome to join, irrespective of their race or religion.

Students are also able to join one of 87 University Scheme Lodges. Women are invited to join one of two female-only Grand Lodges: The Order of Women Freemasons and Freemasonry for Women.