Warrant Details, Meeting Schedule & Host Masonic Hall
Brownsea Island Lodge No. 9689 was consecrated in 2012 and works under the jurisdiction of Provincial Grand Lodge of Dorset (UGLE). Regular Lodge meetings are held at Branksome Masonic Hall 57 Ashley Road (BH14 9BT).
| Lodge Name | Brownsea Island Lodge |
|---|---|
| Warrant Number | No. 9689 |
| Year of Consecration / Origin | 2012 |
| Parent Provincial Grand Lodge | Provincial Grand Lodge of Dorset (UGLE) |
| Host Masonic Hall & Address | Branksome Masonic Hall 57 Ashley Road Branksome Masonic Hall 57 Ashley Road, 57 Ashley Road, Poole, BH14 9BT (BH14 9BT) |
| Lodge Character / Specialist Focus | Special Interest (Scouting Heritage) |
| Regular Meeting Days / Months | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) |
| Annual Installation Meeting | October |
Historical Background of Brownsea Island Lodge No. 9689
Named after the birthplace of the Scouting movement on Brownsea Island in Poole Harbour, Dorset.
Brethren and guests attending Brownsea Island Lodge No. 9689 assemble at Branksome Masonic Hall 57 Ashley Road in Poole. Nearest rail access is via Local rail and bus links serving Poole (BH14), with parking available at: On-site or nearby town centre parking in Poole (BH14 9BT). Check Lodge summons for evening permit details.
How to Contact the Lodge Secretary (Visiting Brethren & Candidates)
Protocol for Contacting Brownsea Island Lodge No. 9689
In accordance with Grand Lodge data protection and Masonic etiquette, personal home addresses of Lodge Secretaries are never published on open web pages. Instead, all official correspondence is routed securely through the Provincial Grand Secretary's office or the Hall Secretary:
- For Visiting Brethren: Contact the Provincial Office of Provincial Grand Lodge of Dorset or the Hall Secretary at Branksome Masonic Hall 57 Ashley Road stating your full name, Craft rank, mother Lodge name and number, and Grand Lodge Certificate number.
- For Prospective Candidates: If you live, study, or work near Poole and wish to enquire about membership in Brownsea Island Lodge No. 9689, begin with our UK Candidate Joining Guide or submit a membership enquiry via https://dorset-freemasonry.org ↗.