About Us
Freemasonry in Leeds since 1794
Philanthropic Lodge No. 304 is part of the history of Freemasonry in Leeds. Our inaugural lodge meeting took place on 25 August 1794 at the Crown Inn, Kirkgate, Leeds. Today we meet at the North Leeds Masonic Centre in Alwoodley, LS17, continuing our tradition of friendship and charitable work.
We meet ten times a year on the last Wednesday of each month, except for July & August.
If you are reading this then you may be someone who is interested in becoming a Freemason or someone that is already a Freemason and looking to join or visit a Leeds Lodge. In either case we would welcome the opportunity of helping you.
Across our membership we have people from the Hospitality, Health, Media, Retail, Military, Construction & Manufacturing as well as many others. so we are sure you will find a wide diversity of people you will be able to call Brother!
OUR LODGE’S RECORD
From Kirkgate to our home in Alwoodley
Our inaugural meeting took place on 25 August 1794 at the Crown Inn, Kirkgate, Leeds. That date and place are the starting point of Philanthropic 304’s story. Our present home is the North Leeds Masonic Centre, The Allerton, Nursery Lane, Alwoodley, Leeds LS17 7HW.
The two locations connect our beginnings in the city centre with lodge life in North Leeds today. Our published charity and lodge reports offer specific glimpses of how members have maintained that community in more recent years.
2020–2022: keeping in touch through disruption
During the pandemic, members used Zoom for social catch-ups when normal gatherings were interrupted. The lodge’s report also records charity contributions and an MCF grant obtained for a tennis practice wall at Shadwell Tennis Club. Read the pandemic-period record.
2022: a year of recorded charitable contributions
Our annual charity review lists support for the Ukraine Appeal, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Alzheimer’s Society and the Provincial Charity Chest. See the recipients and amounts.
2024–2026: further causes and community projects
Later reports document support for Cardiac Risk in the Young, Battle Scars in Leeds and Settle Cricket Club’s new practice nets. Each article explains the particular contribution and keeps its original reporting date.
What keeps a lodge running?
Regular lodge life involves practical work as well as meetings. The Secretary handles records and administration; the Director of Ceremonies coordinates the meeting; and the Charity Steward collects and distributes members’ donations. The members introduced below are some of the people carrying out that work.
If you are considering membership, our joining guide explains eligibility, the meeting schedule, costs and the first conversation. Existing Freemasons can use the same contact route to enquire about visiting or joining.
This account is based on the lodge’s published history and the reports linked above. Reviewed on 4 November 2026.
Meet some of the members who play an active part in lodge life.
These members help organise meetings, maintain lodge records and coordinate charitable support.
Charity Steward Mike Roberts
Liaison to the Community
The Charity Steward is responsible for the collection and distribution of donations made by members.
Director Of Ceremonies Daniel E. Wilson
Lodge Meeting Coordinator
The Director of Ceremonies coordinates the different parts of a lodge meeting and helps those taking part understand their roles.
Secretary V. Gareth Davies
Records Officer
The Secretary maintains lodge records and handles the administration that supports meetings and membership.
Our Newest Member
Meet Kieran, our newest member to join our lodge’s fraternity.
Questions about becoming a member? Start with an informal conversation about lodge life, meeting dates and costs.
Harry Sekhon
Membership Officer
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