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Introduction

“Looking to become a Freemason? Live or Work in London?”

Welcome to The Rising Star Lodge No. 6153. We are a Taylor’s- workings Lodge, that meet at Freemasons Hall, Great Queen Street, London, where we meet four times a year.

Looking to become a Freemason? – If you are new to Freemasonry and are looking to find out a bit more, may we suggest that you start by clicking on the link “FAQs”. This will give you a brief explanation as to what Freemasonry is about. If you are already a Freemason and are looking to join us, or simply find out more about Rising Star Lodge, why not go to the “About Us” link. We hope you will find this website informative and helpful. If, after exploring our website you want to find out more about Freemasonry in general and the Rising Star Lodge in particular, please feel free to contact our Lodge Secretary using the link on our “Contacts” tab.

What is Freemasonry?

Why join

Freemasonry is about sharing a common desire for charitable support and following a high moral code. It is a male-only society, focused on following the three core principles and improving oneself and others. Our society is open to men of any race, religion, political belief and status. Click here to find out more.

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How to join

One of the most common misconceptions about Freemasonry – and there are many of them – is that you have to be invited to join. There is absolutely no reason why you should not ask to join – in fact that is the correct procedure. Why not get in touch now? Don’t put it off any longer….. What have you got to lose?

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How will I Benefit

How you benefit as an individual will depend on many things. You will almost certainly achieve a feeling of self-worth, personal growth as a character will grow exponentially with the amount of effort you put in. The comradery enjoyed from your new friends will feel almost unreal compared with similar outside of Freemasonry

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Four years ago, Tamworth Lodge was on the verge of surrendering its warrant. On Friday 6th February, on the exact day marking 96 years since its Consecration, the Lodge met at the Croydon & District Masonic Centre to conduct a double Third Degree ceremony and, in the same meeting, present certificates to seventeen trained Mental Wellbeing Ambassadors. The contrast between then and now speaks to a deliberate and sustained period of renewal.

A 75 year old apron gets a new owner at Kindred Arts

Many congratulations to W Bro Alex Shoolman on being Installed into the Chair for the first time in any Craft Lodge, at Kindred Arts Lodge No 5784 on 10th March 2026. He writes, “Being Installed by my father-in-law, W Bro Clive Goodman, added much emotion to the ceremony, especially being Invested with my Masters Apron, which has a 75+ year family legacy.

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A 75 year old apron gets a new owner at Kindred Arts

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Introduction

What is Freemasonry?

Why join

How to join

How will I Benefit

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