Street Address, Transport & Visiting Directions for St Albans Masonic Centre (Ashwell House)
St Albans Masonic Centre (Ashwell House) is located at 189 Verulam Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4DR (Postcode: AL1 3JZ, Postcode District: AL1). The centre serves approximately 26 warranted Craft Lodges and 8 Royal Arch Chapters alongside progressive Masonic Orders in St Albans.
| Building Name | St Albans Masonic Centre (Ashwell House) |
|---|---|
| Exact Street Address | 189 Verulam Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4DR |
| UK Postcode | AL1 3JZ (Prefix: AL1) |
| Provincial Jurisdiction | Provincial Grand Lodge of Hertfordshire (UGLE) |
| Coordinates (Lat / Lng) | 51.7556° N, -0.3478° E – View Interactive Street Map (OpenStreetMap) ↗ |
| Nearest Rail / Underground Station | St Albans City Station (15 mins walk through Victoria Park) or St Albans Abbey Station |
| Car Parking Information | Large private car park in the grounds off Verulam Road. |
Architectural & Historical Overview of St Albans Masonic Hall
Located near the Roman city of Verulamium and St Albans Cathedral, Ashwell House hosts the cathedral city's Craft Lodges, Royal Arch Chapters, and Mark Lodges.
Within the wider Provincial Grand Lodge of Hertfordshire (founded in 1797), St Albans Masonic Centre (Ashwell House) 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 St Albans Masonic Centre (Ashwell House)
Approximately 26 Craft Lodges and 8 Royal Arch Chapters meet at St Albans Masonic Centre (Ashwell House) across the Masonic season (typically September to May/June). Below are the premier and historic warranted Lodges profiled in our directory for St Albans:
| Lodge Name & Warrant No. | Consecrated | Specialist / Ritual Type | Regular Meeting Days | Installation Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halsey Lodge No. 1479 | 1874 | Cathedral City Craft | Third Wednesday (Sep, Nov, Jan, Mar) | September |
| Waytemore Castle Lodge No. 8920 | 1980 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Walnut Tree Lodge No. 5192 | 1930 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Verulam Lodge No. 1671 | 1945 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Tudor Lodge No. 4645 | 1953 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Tree of Life Lodge No. 9324 | 1989 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Romanum Lodge No. 8745 | 1977 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Old Stortfordian Lodge No. 409 | 1938 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Mimram Lodge No. 4818 | 1926 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| King Harold Lodge No. 13 | 1870 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Hitchin Lodge No. 6561 | 1948 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Hertfordshire Imperial Yeomanry Lodge No. 3192 | 1906 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Gadebourne Lodge No. 6960 | 1950 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Fair Green Lodge No. 8578 | 1991 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Ellenbrook Lodge No. 8155 | 1967 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Eleanor Cross Lodge No. 7033 | 1950 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| East Herts Border Lodge No. 6641 | 1948 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Broxbourne Lodge No. 2353 | 1890 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Amwell Lodge No. 6459 | 1947 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
Visiting Brethren & Prospective Candidates in St Albans
For Visiting Brethren: Please verify exact tyling times with the Lodge Secretary or via the Hertfordshire 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 St Albans? 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 St Albans Masonic Centre (Ashwell House)
Venue Hire Status: Available for Weddings, Banquets & Private Functions
Ashwell House provides private dining, wakes, and society dinners in central St Albans.
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 St Albans Masonic Centre (Ashwell House) (AL1 3JZ)
Where is the Masonic Hall in St Albans located and what is the postcode?
The principal Masonic Hall in St Albans is St Albans Masonic Centre (Ashwell House), situated at 189 Verulam Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4DR (postcode AL1 3JZ). The nearest rail or underground station is St Albans City Station (15 mins walk through Victoria Park) or St Albans Abbey Station.
Can non-masons hire St Albans Masonic Centre (Ashwell House) for weddings or private functions?
Yes. Ashwell House provides private dining, wakes, and society dinners in central St Albans.
How do I visit or join a Masonic Lodge in St Albans?
There are approximately 26 warranted Lodges associated with St Albans under the Provincial jurisdiction (Hertfordshire). 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 St Albans Masonic Centre (Ashwell House).
What is the dress code for attending a Lodge meeting in St Albans?
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.