Frequently Asked Questions

For many years, Freemasons have followed three great principles which represent a way of achieving higher standards in life – Respecting everyone, looking after others and being honest.

• Every true Freemason will show tolerance and respect for the opinions of others and behave with kindness and understanding to others.
• Freemasons are taught to practice charity, and to care, not only for their own, but also for the community as a whole, both by charitable giving and by voluntary efforts and works as individuals.
• Freemasons strive for truth, requiring high moral standards and aiming to achieve them in their own lives.

freemasonry prides itself on its transparency. Not only are Freemasons completely free to acknowledge their membership, they are encouraged to do so. Like many other societies, we regard some of our internal affairs as private matters for its members including the traditional modes of recognition used in meetings.

Every Freemason has his own reason for joining.  For many, Freemasonry acts as a 'constant', providing them with a unique combination of friendship, belonging and structure, with many Freemasons saying they have made valuable lifelong friendships.

Above all and for most, Freemasonry is simply an enjoyable hobby. Other reasons include;

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• Achievement, progressing through the offices in the Lodge to become Master.
• Brotherhood, making new friends from all walks of life.
• Charity, contribute to deserving causes, both Masonic and non-Masonic
• Education, learning from peers and mentors by practicing and making speeches.
• Knowledge, finding out about the history and mysteries of Freemasonry.
• Self improvement, making a contribution to your family, society and local community.

All religions are welcome and respected. Males of 18 years old can join through this site, please see the information on the "Women's Freemasonry" page for other options. Not have a criminal record. Must have a belief in a God.

You don't have to be well-off to become a Freemason. It costs less than you may think and is comparable to other social clubs and societies.