Street Address, Transport & Visiting Directions for Masonic Hall Bancks Street
Masonic Hall Bancks Street is located at Masonic Hall Bancks Street, Bancks Street, Minehead, TA24 5DQ (Postcode: TA24 5DQ, Postcode District: TA24). The centre serves approximately 6 warranted Craft Lodges and 2 Royal Arch Chapters alongside progressive Masonic Orders in Minehead.
| Building Name | Masonic Hall Bancks Street |
|---|---|
| Exact Street Address | Masonic Hall Bancks Street, Bancks Street, Minehead, TA24 5DQ |
| UK Postcode | TA24 5DQ (Prefix: TA24) |
| Provincial Jurisdiction | Provincial Grand Lodge of Somerset (UGLE) |
| Coordinates (Lat / Lng) | 51.2054° N, -3.4778° E – View Interactive Street Map (OpenStreetMap) ↗ |
| Nearest Rail / Underground Station | Local rail and bus links serving Minehead (TA24) |
| Car Parking Information | On-site or nearby town centre parking in Minehead (TA24 5DQ). Check Lodge summons for evening permit details. |
Architectural & Historical Overview of Minehead Masonic Hall
Masonic Hall Bancks Street is an official warranted Masonic meeting place in Minehead (TA24 5DQ), operating under the jurisdiction of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Somerset (United Grand Lodge of England). The centre hosts regular Craft Lodge meetings, Royal Arch Chapters, and Festive Board dining throughout the Masonic season.
Within the wider Provincial Grand Lodge of Somerset (founded in 1768), Masonic Hall Bancks 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 Masonic Hall Bancks Street
Approximately 6 Craft Lodges and 2 Royal Arch Chapters meet at Masonic Hall Bancks Street across the Masonic season (typically September to May/June). Below are the premier and historic warranted Lodges profiled in our directory for Minehead:
| Lodge Name & Warrant No. | Consecrated | Specialist / Ritual Type | Regular Meeting Days | Installation Month |
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Visiting Brethren & Prospective Candidates in Minehead
For Visiting Brethren: Please verify exact tyling times with the Lodge Secretary or via the Somerset 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 Minehead? 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 Masonic Hall Bancks Street
Venue Hire Status: Available for Weddings, Banquets & Private Functions
Many Masonic Centres in Somerset maintain dining suites and licensed bars for Festive Boards, Ladies' Festivals, and private functions. Contact the Hall Secretary or Provincial Office of Provincial Grand Lodge of Somerset for availability.
Looking to compare banqueting suite capacities across multiple Masonic Centres for a Wedding Reception, Masonic Ladies' Festival, funeral wake, or corporate dinner? Visit our dedicated UK Masonic Hall Wedding & Function Room Hire Directory.
Frequently Asked Questions About Masonic Hall Bancks Street (TA24 5DQ)
Where is Masonic Hall Bancks Street in Minehead located?
Masonic Hall Bancks Street is situated at Masonic Hall Bancks Street, Bancks Street, Minehead, TA24 5DQ (Postcode: TA24 5DQ) within the jurisdiction of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Somerset.
How do I visit or join a Masonic Lodge meeting at Masonic Hall Bancks Street?
Existing Brethren wishing to attend a meeting at Masonic Hall Bancks Street should contact the Lodge Secretary via the Provincial Grand Lodge of Somerset Provincial Office in advance. Prospective candidates aged 18 or over can register interest directly through the Provincial Membership Officer.
What is the dress code for meetings at Masonic Hall Bancks Street?
Standard dress for Craft Lodge meetings is a dark lounge suit or morning dress, white shirt, black or Craft/Provincial tie, white gloves, and regulation regalia.