Warrant Details, Meeting Schedule & Host Masonic Hall
William of Wykeham Lodge No. 1883 was consecrated in 1925 and works under the jurisdiction of Provincial Grand Lodge of Hampshire and Isle of Wight (UGLE). Regular Lodge meetings are held at Winchester Masonic Centre 124 Alresford Road (SO21 1HB).
| Lodge Name | William of Wykeham Lodge |
|---|---|
| Warrant Number | No. 1883 |
| Year of Consecration / Origin | 1925 |
| Parent Provincial Grand Lodge | Provincial Grand Lodge of Hampshire and Isle of Wight (UGLE) |
| Host Masonic Hall & Address | Winchester Masonic Centre 124 Alresford Road Winchester Masonic Centre 124 Alresford Road, 124 Alresford Road, Winchester, SO21 1HB (SO21 1HB) |
| Lodge Character / Specialist Focus | Universities Scheme (University of Winchester) |
| Regular Meeting Days / Months | Second Tuesday of January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and D |
| Annual Installation Meeting | December |
Historical Background of William of Wykeham Lodge No. 1883
William of Wykeham, whose name the Lodge bears, was born in the 1320s and died in 1404. He was of humble origins (born in the hamlet of Wickham), but rose to be, at various times, clerk of works at Windsor Castle (also looking after Leeds, Dover and Hadleigh castles), Lord Privy Seal, Chancellor of England and Bishop of Winchester. He was responsible for the remodelling of the nave at Winchester Cathedral. Also, he founded two educational establishments: New College at Oxford and Winchester College here in the city. His well-known motto was ‘manners makyth man'.
Brethren and guests attending William of Wykeham Lodge No. 1883 assemble at Winchester Masonic Centre 124 Alresford Road in Winchester (Winchester Masonic Centre 124 Alresford Road). Nearest rail access is via Local rail and bus links serving Winchester (SO21), with parking available at: On-site or nearby town centre parking in Winchester (SO21 1HB). Check Lodge summons for evening permit details.
How to Contact the Lodge Secretary (Visiting Brethren & Candidates)
Protocol for Contacting William of Wykeham Lodge No. 1883
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 Hampshire and Isle of Wight or the Hall Secretary at Winchester Masonic Centre 124 Alresford 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 Winchester (Winchester Masonic Centre 124 Alresford Road) and wish to enquire about membership in William of Wykeham Lodge No. 1883, begin with our UK Candidate Joining Guide or submit a membership enquiry via https://www.hiowmasons.org ↗.