Happy New Year 2026 from all at Berks Mark
Its RAM Grand Rank for Kevin!!
Congratulations go to
W Bro Kevin Dodd on his promotion to Royal Ark Mariner Grand Rank.
Well deserved!! From all at Berks Mark & Royal Ark Mariner
Erlegh Lodge is on a roll!!
Erlegh Mark welcomed Bro. Nic Dima whom we advanced on the 15th November, pictured is WM Jim Owens and the team with Bro Nic to his left and Bro Andy Smith to his right, who received his Grand Lodge Certificate.
Erlegh is on the up, having advanced 4 new members over the last 4 regular meetings, with more in the pipeline, being the only Saturday Mark Lodge in the Province.
If you enjoy a Saturday meeting, Erlegh Lodge is well worth a visit!
Its all happening at The Linden Acre Lodge!
On Tuesday, 14th October, W Bro John Ferguson was proclaimed WM of The Linden Acre Lodge of Mark Master Masons No. 1568 for a second year, members and visitors enjoyed a lecture on the Tracing Board with multiple members taking part in the lecture, including:
WM John Ferguson,
SW Ian Wharton,
JW Rt W Bro Peter Sands,
JO Bro Mickey Labana,
SO W Bro Steve Graesser,
SO W Bro Ian Osborne,
JD Bro David Samsome,
IG Bro Chris Young.
The Provincial Grand Master of Mark Master Masons – Berkshire informed everyone that the tracing board was changed in the 19th century, at the same time the working changed from Latin to Hebrew. Another highlight of the evening was the presentation of a Grand Lode certificate to Bro Chris Young by the PGM.
All attending retired to enjoy a lovely meal and each other’s company. A great night was had by all.
Discover The Mark – Breakfast and presentation morning.
For all interested in finding out about the Mark degree
We invite you to join us for breakfast and an informal presentation from our Provincial Executive. We will enjoy a lovely buffet breakfast (half price for non- Mark members £7.50!), and a presentation from members of the executive. You will be able to ask questions, meet the executive and other officers of the province.
This is the perfect opportunity to find out about “The Friendly Degree”. Please share this event with all who may be interested.
To book your place, Email: dpgm@berksmark.org.uk
Leopold Mark Lodge install a familiar face into the chair.
A wonderful Installation meeting of Leopold Mark Lodge
W Bro David Green was installed into the chair for the Nth time (they have lost count ) by W Bro Huw Hopkin, witnessed by a good number of the active Provincial Officers of the year, including the Provincial Grand Master of Mark Master Masons – Berkshire. It was a great meeting with plenty of laughter, the festive board was also very good.
Try to support this small lodge at their next meeting as they have a candidate to advance, you will be made most welcome.
This weeks newsletter from MMH
A big night for Provincial Deputies!!
A special evening for our Deputy Provincial Grand Master of Mark Master Masons – Berkshire. VW Bro Jim E Payen will be installed into the chair of Hope Royal Arch Chapter this evening. The official visitor from the Berks Royal Arch executive will be Deputy Grand Superintendent of the Royal Arch Province of Berkshire. A rare treat to have two Provincial Deputies overseeing a Chapter at the same time. It demonstrates the close link we have with the Berkshire Royal Arch Province. A wonderful night ahead for all attending.