BEAUCHAMP LODGE 1422 - The West Kent Military Lodge
Moving Forward
The Beauchamp Lodge has during its 150 year history seen some difficult times; but in true military fashion it has always looked to its strengths, and been ready to move forward again. Now is such a time, as building upon its unique history and military ethos the lodge aims to become the West Kent meeting place for Brethren with military connections or an interest in military history.
Like their forebears the present lodge members are very proud of Freemasonry’s military heritage; they will look to actively preserve many old military Masonic customs, and maybe even create a few new ones! They intend to both work hard and play hard; and in so doing create their own ‘Jhadughor’, or ‘magic room’, right here in Wilmington.
If you’d like to know more about us or how to join our Military Lodge simply click the contact us link and message us your details. We will be very happy to answer any enquiries you may have.
History of Beauchamp Lodge
News & Information
24 September 2023
Incredible October 2023 MeetingThe October 2023 meeting will take place on Friday 27th October 2023, at the Wilmington Masonic Hall. The start time for the meeting is 1730hrs. This meeting is now fully subscribed and there are no available places.
7 September 2023
Incredible - British Soldiers £90M weapon dealBritish Soldiers new weapon British soldiers (special operations) will soon be more lethal on the battlefield thanks to a £90m contract to deliver a modern, high-precision rifle rendering the above image obsolete, as the army says goodbye to the SA80. The Alternative Individual Weapon (AIW) system, known as the L403A1, sees the new assault rifle […]
5 September 2023
Incredible Part 7 Orders - October meetingPart 7 Orders - listen up! Part 7 Orders - The October meeting of the Beauchamp Lodge will shortly be upon us, “Who calls the Tiger?” and we have an extremely entertaining evening lined up. We have a full platform of Lodge business to get through including; a ballot for an amendment to our Lodge By-Laws, 3 new […]
2 September 2023
Courageous John KiplingJohn Kipling - son of Rudyard Kipling Lieutenant John Kipling was the youngest of three children and the only son born to the author Rudyard Kipling and Caroline Starr Kipling (nee Balestier). Born on the 17th August 1897 at the family home, The Elms, Rottingdean, Brighton and Hove, Sussex BN2 7HA Initially rejected by the […]
2 September 2023
Courageous Brethren - Craig Nelson #352Craig Nelson’s Family: Craig Nelson was the son of the late Surgeon-Major Edwin Field Nelson husband of Irene Nelson of 16 The Close, Norwich. Education & Career: Craig Nelson was educated at Armagh Royal School and in Germany. Service Life: Campaigns: Unit / Ship / Est.: 69th Punjabis Action : The Battle of Loos and associate actions […]
1 September 2023
Courageous Brethren - Cecil Bamberger #325Cecil Bamberger’s Family: Cecil Bamberger was born in Islington on the 22nd December 1883. He was the eldest son of Louis and Emily Bamberger, of 115 King Henry's Road, Hampstead, London and later of 3 Lancaster Road, Belsize Park, London. Cecil David Woodburn Bamberger had four younger brothers and one sister: Arthur Prior (b.1885), Harold […]
30 August 2023
Absolutely fabulous - Beauchamp Lodge eventsBeauchamp Lodge events - What’s on and where? Beauchamp Lodge events - So when was the last time you visited the Lodge website ‘Diary’ page? We’ve all done it, followed a link on another social media platform, which has taken us to the website and then, within seconds, the moment is over, we’ve read the […]
29 August 2023
Amazing HAC visitHAC visit - Monday 25th September 2023 HAC visit - the West Kent Military Lodge will visit the Honourable Artillery Company, Armoury House, City Road, London. EC1Y 2BQ. To include: a guided tour of Armoury House, a visit to the Armoury (Pikemen & Musketeers attire), the HAC Museum, all followed by attending the FitzRoy Lodge […]
28 August 2023
Magnificent Universal FreemasonryUniversal Freemasonry does it exist? The term ‘Universal Freemasonry’ is often quoted yet, in recent years, we have been asking the question, ‘Is there a place for Freemasonry in the modern world?” Unfortunately this simple post will not provide you with an answer to that question nor, in truth, will it explore it in any […]
19 August 2023
Inspiring Clayton Scudamore BeauchampClayton Scudamore Beauchamp - Glimpses of our founder’s life Clayton Scudamore Beauchamp, after whom our lodge is named, was born on the 24th April 1842 at Sholopore (Solapur) in India. As a teenager he travelled to England to attend the Military College founded at Addiscombe in Surrey by the East India Company. In a picture […]
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Integrity
Freemasons are focused on building themselves as people of integrity. Membership provides the structure to help achieve that goal.
Friendship
Freemasonry provides the common foundation for friendships between members, many of which will last for life.
Respect
Freemasonry brings people together irrespective of their race, religion or any other perceived differences that can divide us as a society.
Charity
Kindness and charitable giving are deeply engrained in our principles and gives our members the opportunity to make a positive contribution to their communities and various causes.
SERVICE
Putting others before self. Supporting our local communities. Supporting and celebrating those who are in or have served in the military services.
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