Street Address, Transport & Visiting Directions for Cambridge Masonic Hall (Bateman Street)
Cambridge Masonic Hall (Bateman Street) is located at Bateman Street, Cambridge, CB2 1NA (Postcode: CB2 1NA, Postcode District: CB2). The centre serves approximately 16 warranted Craft Lodges and 10 Royal Arch Chapters alongside progressive Masonic Orders in Cambridge.
| Building Name | Cambridge Masonic Hall (Bateman Street) |
|---|---|
| Exact Street Address | Bateman Street, Cambridge, CB2 1NA |
| UK Postcode | CB2 1NA (Prefix: CB2) |
| Provincial Jurisdiction | Provincial Grand Lodge of Cambridgeshire (UGLE) |
| Coordinates (Lat / Lng) | 52.1959° N, 0.1281° E – View Interactive Street Map (OpenStreetMap) ↗ |
| Nearest Rail / Underground Station | Cambridge Railway Station (8 mins walk along Hills Road) |
| Car Parking Information | Large private on-site car park at the rear of the Bateman Street building (rare in central Cambridge), available to visiting Brethren and venue hire guests. |
Architectural & Historical Overview of Cambridge Masonic Hall
Designed by local architect William Milner Fawcett and opened in 1893 next to the Cambridge University Botanic Garden. The red-brick and stone-dressed Victorian building houses a fine timber-panelled main temple where both town Lodges and Isaac Newton University Lodge No. 859 assemble.
Within the wider Provincial Grand Lodge of Cambridgeshire (founded in 1796), Cambridge Masonic Hall (Bateman Street) plays a central role in preserving local ceremonial traditions, supporting community charities, and hosting both regular Craft meetings and Provincial investitures.
Craft Lodges & Royal Arch Chapters Meeting at Cambridge Masonic Hall (Bateman Street)
Approximately 16 Craft Lodges and 10 Royal Arch Chapters meet at Cambridge Masonic Hall (Bateman Street) across the Masonic season (typically September to May/June). Below are the premier and historic warranted Lodges profiled in our directory for Cambridge:
| Lodge Name & Warrant No. | Consecrated | Specialist / Ritual Type | Regular Meeting Days | Installation Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isaac Newton University Lodge No. 859 | 1861 | University Scheme (University of Cambridge) | Last Tuesday of January; first Saturday of March; last Saturday of April; second Tuesday of June; First Saturday of December | Last Tuesday of October |
Visiting Brethren & Prospective Candidates in Cambridge
For Visiting Brethren: Please verify exact tyling times with the Lodge Secretary or via the Cambridgeshire Office prior to travelling, and bring your Grand Lodge Certificate and white gloves. Need replacement Provincial regalia or white gloves before dining? View our UK Masonic Regalia & Dress Regulation Guide.
Interested in Joining a Lodge in Cambridge? Read our Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Freemason in the UK covering annual subscriptions, dining fees, and committee interview questions.
Function Room, Dining & Wedding Venue Hire at Cambridge Masonic Hall (Bateman Street)
Venue Hire Status: Available for Weddings, Banquets & Private Functions
The Bateman Room and main dining hall are available for university formal dinners, wedding receptions, academic symposia, and Masonic Ladies' Nights for up to 130 diners.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cambridge Masonic Hall (Bateman Street) (CB2 1NA)
Where is the Masonic Hall in Cambridge located and what is the postcode?
The principal Masonic Hall in Cambridge is Cambridge Masonic Hall (Bateman Street), situated at Bateman Street, Cambridge, CB2 1NA (postcode CB2 1NA). The nearest rail or underground station is Cambridge Railway Station (8 mins walk along Hills Road).
Can non-masons hire Cambridge Masonic Hall (Bateman Street) for weddings or private functions?
Yes. The Bateman Room and main dining hall are available for university formal dinners, wedding receptions, academic symposia, and Masonic Ladies' Nights for up to 130 diners.
How do I visit or join a Masonic Lodge in Cambridge?
There are approximately 16 warranted Lodges associated with Cambridge under the Provincial jurisdiction (Cambridgeshire). Existing Brethren wishing to attend as a visitor should contact the relevant Lodge Secretary via the Provincial Office in advance with their Grand Lodge certificate details. Prospective candidates aged 18 or over of good character can apply through our UK Joining Guide or request an informal introductory meeting at Cambridge Masonic Hall (Bateman Street).
What is the dress code for attending a Lodge meeting in Cambridge?
For regular Craft Lodge meetings, standard dress is a dark lounge suit or morning dress (or black dinner jacket for evening dining Lodges where specified on the summons), white collared shirt, black or Craft/Provincial tie, black shoes, white gloves, and the appropriate Degree or Provincial regalia.