Street Address, Transport & Visiting Directions for York Masonic Hall (Duncombe Place & St Saviourgate)
York Masonic Hall (Duncombe Place & St Saviourgate) is located at Duncombe Place, York, YO1 7EF (Postcode: YO1 7JF, Postcode District: YO1). The centre serves approximately 14 warranted Craft Lodges and 4 Royal Arch Chapters alongside progressive Masonic Orders in York.
| Building Name | York Masonic Hall (Duncombe Place & St Saviourgate) |
|---|---|
| Exact Street Address | Duncombe Place, York, YO1 7EF |
| UK Postcode | YO1 7JF (Prefix: YO1) |
| Provincial Jurisdiction | Provincial Grand Lodge of Yorkshire, North and East Ridings (UGLE) |
| Coordinates (Lat / Lng) | 53.9616° N, -1.0838° E – View Interactive Street Map (OpenStreetMap) ↗ |
| Nearest Rail / Underground Station | York Railway Station (8 mins walk over Lendal Bridge) |
| Car Parking Information | Boomsday / Marygate Car Park (8 mins walk) and Monk Bar Car Park for St Saviourgate. |
Architectural & Historical Overview of York Masonic Hall
Standing directly in the shadow of York Minster's West Front on Duncombe Place, this Grade II listed temple built in 1863 is home to York Lodge No. 236 and treasures priceless 18th-century artifacts from the ancient Grand Lodge of All England at York, alongside the nearby St Saviourgate Masonic Hall.
Within the wider Provincial Grand Lodge of Yorkshire, North and East Ridings (founded in 1817), York Masonic Hall (Duncombe Place & St Saviourgate) 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 York Masonic Hall (Duncombe Place & St Saviourgate)
Approximately 14 Craft Lodges and 4 Royal Arch Chapters meet at York Masonic Hall (Duncombe Place & St Saviourgate) across the Masonic season (typically September to May/June). Below are the premier and historic warranted Lodges profiled in our directory for York:
| Lodge Name & Warrant No. | Consecrated | Specialist / Ritual Type | Regular Meeting Days | Installation Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| York Lodge No. 236 | 1777 | Ancient York Heritage | Third Monday (Sep-Jun) | November |
| Easingwold Forest of Galtres Lodge No. 9438 | 1993 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| All Articles Title Acklam Lodge No. 6248 | 1947 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Dundas Lodge No. 7970 | 1972 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Ferrum Lodge No. 1848 | 1882 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| North York Lodge No. 602 | 1865 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Peace Lodge No. 3936 | 1922 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Vulcan Lodge No. 4510 | 1947 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| ES Denison Lodge No. 1248 | 1882 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Leopold Lodge No. 1760 | 1882 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Old Globe Lodge No. 200 | 1785 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Scarborough Lodge No. 7147 | 1972 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| St Nicholas Lodge No. 2586 | 1903 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| ET Lion Lodge No. 312 | 1845 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Anchor Lodge No. 1337 | 1882 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Tees Tablers Lodge No. 9564 | 2012 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| LX Camalodunum Lodge No. 660 | 1865 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| XW Marquess of Zetland Lodge No. 9349 | 1993 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| PS Falcon Lodge No. 1416 | 1882 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Ayton Lodge No. 9595 | 2012 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| AS Thornborough Lodge No. 6434 | 1947 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| DT Victory Lodge No. 4042 | 1922 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| BD Cleveland Lodge No. 543 | 1845 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Captain Cook Lodge No. 4636 | 1947 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Yarm Lodge No. 9544 | 2012 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Agricola Lodge No. 1991 | 1882 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Alcuin Lodge No. 6300 | 1947 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Meridian Lodge No. 9597 | 2012 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Francis Drake of York Lodge No. 7825 | 1972 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Albert Victor Lodge No. 2328 | 1903 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Invictus Lodge No. 9960 | 2012 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Minster Lodge No. 4663 | 1947 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Mitre Lodge No. 7321 | 1972 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Old Peterite Lodge No. 6412 | 1947 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| DZ Huntcliff Lodge No. 4539 | 1947 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Handyside Lodge No. 1618 | 1882 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Hazelgrove Lodge No. 6542 | 1972 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| DT Lennox Lodge No. 123 | 1785 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| BY De Brus Lodge No. 4244 | 1922 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Kirkleatham Lodge No. 6363 | 1947 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Marwood Lodge No. 1244 | 1882 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Saltscar Lodge No. 5173 | 1947 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Beacon Lodge No. 4362 | 1922 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Old Pocklingtonian Lodge No. 7867 | 1972 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| JA Royal Portus Felix Lodge No. 643 | 1865 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| RU Sykes Lodge No. 1040 | 1865 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| JW St Cuthberts Lodge No. 630 | 1865 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Beresford Peirse Lodge No. 2610 | 1903 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Burlington Lodge No. 3975 | 1922 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Londesborough Lodge No. 734 | 1865 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Constitutional Lodge No. 294 | 1785 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Wilberforce Lodge No. 2134 | 1903 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| PL St Germain Lodge No. 566 | 1845 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| BL Elmslac Lodge No. 9630 | 2012 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Helmsley Lodge No. 7075 | 1972 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| SH Wyke Millennium Lodge No. 9696 | 2012 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Phoenix Craft Lodge No. 9963 | 2012 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Murton Park Concord Lodge No. 9553 | 2012 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
| Alexandra Lodge No. 1511 | 1882 | Craft Lodge | Regular Masonic Season (Oct–May) | October |
Visiting Brethren & Prospective Candidates in York
For Visiting Brethren: Please verify exact tyling times with the Lodge Secretary or via the Yorkshire North & East Ridings 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 York? 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 York Masonic Hall (Duncombe Place & St Saviourgate)
Venue Hire Status: Available for Weddings, Banquets & Private Functions
York Masonic Hall on Duncombe Place offers one of the most prestigious central locations in York for intimate wedding breakfasts and heritage events.
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 York Masonic Hall (Duncombe Place & St Saviourgate) (YO1 7JF)
Where is the Masonic Hall in York located and what is the postcode?
The principal Masonic Hall in York is York Masonic Hall (Duncombe Place & St Saviourgate), situated at Duncombe Place, York, YO1 7EF (postcode YO1 7JF). The nearest rail or underground station is York Railway Station (8 mins walk over Lendal Bridge).
Can non-masons hire York Masonic Hall (Duncombe Place & St Saviourgate) for weddings or private functions?
Yes. York Masonic Hall on Duncombe Place offers one of the most prestigious central locations in York for intimate wedding breakfasts and heritage events.
How do I visit or join a Masonic Lodge in York?
There are approximately 14 warranted Lodges associated with York under the Provincial jurisdiction (Yorkshire North And East Ridings). 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 York Masonic Hall (Duncombe Place & St Saviourgate).
What is the dress code for attending a Lodge meeting in York?
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.