Street Address, Transport & Visiting Directions for Norwich Masonic Hall (47 St Giles Street)
Norwich Masonic Hall (47 St Giles Street) is located at 47 St Giles Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1JR (Postcode: NR2 1JR, Postcode District: NR2). The centre serves approximately 32 warranted Craft Lodges and 10 Royal Arch Chapters alongside progressive Masonic Orders in Norwich.
| Building Name | Norwich Masonic Hall (47 St Giles Street) |
|---|---|
| Exact Street Address | 47 St Giles Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1JR |
| UK Postcode | NR2 1JR (Prefix: NR2) |
| Provincial Jurisdiction | Provincial Grand Lodge of Norfolk (UGLE) |
| Coordinates (Lat / Lng) | 52.6288° N, 1.2889° E – View Interactive Street Map (OpenStreetMap) ↗ |
| Nearest Rail / Underground Station | Norwich Railway Station (18 mins walk or 5 mins taxi) |
| Car Parking Information | St Giles Multi-Storey Car Park (NR2 1NH) 50 yards down the street. |
Architectural & Historical Overview of Norwich Masonic Hall
A Grade II* listed Georgian townhouse built in 1752 by architect Thomas Ivory and enlarged in the late 19th century. Headquarters of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Norfolk with a magnificent galleried temple.
Within the wider Provincial Grand Lodge of Norfolk (founded in 1759), Norwich Masonic Hall (47 St Giles 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 Norwich Masonic Hall (47 St Giles Street)
Approximately 32 Craft Lodges and 10 Royal Arch Chapters meet at Norwich Masonic Hall (47 St Giles Street) across the Masonic season (typically September to May/June). Below are the premier and historic warranted Lodges profiled in our directory for Norwich:
| Lodge Name & Warrant No. | Consecrated | Specialist / Ritual Type | Regular Meeting Days | Installation Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union Lodge No. 52 | 1736 | Oldest Lodge in Norfolk | First Tuesday (Oct-May) | November |
| Bowers Lodge No. 4865 | 1925 | Universities Scheme (University of East Anglia) | During University Term | November |
Visiting Brethren & Prospective Candidates in Norwich
For Visiting Brethren: Please verify exact tyling times with the Lodge Secretary or via the Norfolk 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 Norwich? 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 Norwich Masonic Hall (47 St Giles Street)
Venue Hire Status: Available for Weddings, Banquets & Private Functions
Available for heritage open days, formal dinners, and private hire in the heart of Norwich.
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 Norwich Masonic Hall (47 St Giles Street) (NR2 1JR)
Where is the Masonic Hall in Norwich located and what is the postcode?
The principal Masonic Hall in Norwich is Norwich Masonic Hall (47 St Giles Street), situated at 47 St Giles Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1JR (postcode NR2 1JR). The nearest rail or underground station is Norwich Railway Station (18 mins walk or 5 mins taxi).
Can non-masons hire Norwich Masonic Hall (47 St Giles Street) for weddings or private functions?
Yes. Available for heritage open days, formal dinners, and private hire in the heart of Norwich.
How do I visit or join a Masonic Lodge in Norwich?
There are approximately 32 warranted Lodges associated with Norwich under the Provincial jurisdiction (Norfolk). 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 Norwich Masonic Hall (47 St Giles Street).
What is the dress code for attending a Lodge meeting in Norwich?
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.