Street Address, Transport & Visiting Directions for Masonic Hall Market Place
Masonic Hall Market Place is located at Masonic Hall Market Place, Market Place, Ripley, DE5 3HA (Postcode: DE5 3HA, Postcode District: DE5). The centre serves approximately 6 warranted Craft Lodges and 2 Royal Arch Chapters alongside progressive Masonic Orders in Ripley.
| Building Name | Masonic Hall Market Place |
|---|---|
| Exact Street Address | Masonic Hall Market Place, Market Place, Ripley, DE5 3HA |
| UK Postcode | DE5 3HA (Prefix: DE5) |
| Provincial Jurisdiction | Provincial Grand Lodge of Derbyshire (UGLE) |
| Coordinates (Lat / Lng) | 53.0500° N, -1.4074° E – View Interactive Street Map (OpenStreetMap) ↗ |
| Nearest Rail / Underground Station | Local rail and bus links serving Ripley (DE5) |
| Car Parking Information | On-site or nearby town centre parking in Ripley (DE5 3HA). Check Lodge summons for evening permit details. |
Architectural & Historical Overview of Ripley Masonic Hall
Masonic Hall Market Place is an official warranted Masonic meeting place in Ripley (DE5 3HA), operating under the jurisdiction of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Derbyshire (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 Derbyshire (founded in 1789), Masonic Hall Market Place 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 Market Place
Approximately 6 Craft Lodges and 2 Royal Arch Chapters meet at Masonic Hall Market Place across the Masonic season (typically September to May/June). Below are the premier and historic warranted Lodges profiled in our directory for Ripley:
| Lodge Name & Warrant No. | Consecrated | Specialist / Ritual Type | Regular Meeting Days | Installation Month |
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Visiting Brethren & Prospective Candidates in Ripley
For Visiting Brethren: Please verify exact tyling times with the Lodge Secretary or via the Derbyshire 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 Ripley? 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 Market Place
Venue Hire Status: Available for Weddings, Banquets & Private Functions
Many Masonic Centres in Derbyshire 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 Derbyshire 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 Market Place (DE5 3HA)
Where is Masonic Hall Market Place in Ripley located?
Masonic Hall Market Place is situated at Masonic Hall Market Place, Market Place, Ripley, DE5 3HA (Postcode: DE5 3HA) within the jurisdiction of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Derbyshire.
How do I visit or join a Masonic Lodge meeting at Masonic Hall Market Place?
Existing Brethren wishing to attend a meeting at Masonic Hall Market Place should contact the Lodge Secretary via the Provincial Grand Lodge of Derbyshire 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 Market Place?
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.