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Royal Hanover Lodge 1777 - Consecrated in 1878

We have a place in history

Established in 1878, the Royal Hanover Lodge was named to perpetuate the memory of King George V of Hanover and his close connection with our own British Royal Family. We were greatly honoured when the last King of Hanover's son Ernest Augustus, Duke of Cumberland not only consented to the use of the name, but granted the necessary permission for the use of the Royal Coat of Arms as the Lodge's crest. Being Middlesex Masons, we are proud to have a historical connection with our own British Royal Family.

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Latest News and Event Reports

We have held over 500 meetings in our time. We are very proud of our history and who we are, and as such we love visiting other Lodges, and we always have some great meetings with many of our regular friends. We also enjoy making new friends in other Lodges, experiencing there ritual and how they conduct there meetings. Read on below to read about some of our recent events and achievements. 

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Twickenham District Masonic Centre - Cole Court

Where do we meet?

Freemasons have been meeting at Twickenham District Masonic Centre (Cole Court) for many years, . With ample parking, 3 Temples, 8 LOI Rooms, and 5 Dining Rooms, they are perfectly place to cope with a range of meetings and events at the same time. With a spacious Bar and Lounge area, easy parking and near Twickenham tube station. 

If you are visiting for the first time, remember to ask a member of staff or a fellow brother the car park exit code which changes on a regular basis.

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Royal Hanover Lodge 1777 Officers

2025-2026

W BRO MATT JENNINGS

Worshipful Master

W Bro Matt, continues to be a great supporter of Royal Hanover Lodge, taking positions where needed and is a keen LOI attender. He is a great ritualist and as Master he is having a great year and is delivering many ceremonies.

W BRO CHRIS PENSON

Senior Warden

W Bro Chris joins us from Hamilton Lodge in Middlesex. A regular at our LOI, he is an accomplished ritualist who has demonstrated his skill across many roles. He is currently preparing to take the Chair at Royal Hanover Lodge

BRO MATT GURMIN

Junior Warden

Having progressed through the offices of Steward and Deacon, Matt now takes his place as Junior Warden. A regular at LOI, Matt continues to be a cornerstone of the Lodge, successfully balancing his commitment to Freemasonry with raising his two children.

W.BRO LEON HUBBARD

Immediate Past Master

W.Bro Leon joined us more than a few years ago from another Middlesex Lodge. He is a regular to LOI and makes a great addition in providing extra special elements of Ritual for the many ceremonies we conduct. A popular one is the Grave Side Address. He has also been supporting the Master as IPM.

W.BRO LAURIE HAWKINS

Chaplin

W.Bro. Laurie joined us from Ionic Lodge 227 and is now our regular Chaplin. He loves his travel and he is also a keen historian. We are hoping he will start writing some great masonic articles soon. He has also published an interesting History of Inic Lodge from its consecration.

W.BRO TOM WOOD

Treasurer

W.Bro. Tom is our treasurer and he does a sterling job. He has a great sense of humour and is always a regular at LOI. He is well know for pinching everyone's after dinner mints at festive board. He says they are for his children, but we know better.

W.BRO DAVID NORTH

Secretary

W.Bro David oversees the Lodge’s digital presence, managing everything from Hermes to the Royal Hanover website. He is instrumental in shaping the Lodge's visual identity and is well-known for creating our bespoke dining place mats, which have now become sought-after collectors' items.

W.BRO COLIN GRANT

Director of Ceremonies

W.Bro Colin is a great asset to the Lodge, conducting regular ceremonies supporting our previous Masters of the lodge. Colin joined the lodge along with Lawrie Hawkins and Phil Malins, but his efforts have made him a great member of the Lodge.

W.BRO HUGH SAVILLE

Almoner

We are all very proud of Hugh, having  received Grand Rank, as well as being the past Provincial Almoner for Middlesex. He is a regular to LOI as well. Hugh brings a calm and caring approach to much of Royal Hanover activities and we are proud he is a member of Royal Hanover.

W.BRO JOHN TAYLOR

Charity Steward

W.Bro John has done us proud over the years and has led us to gaining Grand Patron for the 2020 Festival. He has also introduced his Son into freemasonry, Adam, who is now starting his progression well. Thank you John for all your efforts.

W BRO JOHN DEADY

Lodge Mentor

W.Bro. John has a very and calming approach and is ideally suited for this role, one of the most respected and long serving members of the Lodge his passion and commitment to the Lodge will be a stabilising factor when helping any of the younger brethren establish
themselves in the order. He is a keen Football follower and so is always willing to defend his team in a dignified manner.

BRO HANI RIFAI

Senior Deacon

Bro Hani continues to enjoy and grow in his freemasonry and he is well on his way on his progressive journey. He is a regular member of LOI every Tuesday and we look forward to see him progress with Royal Hanover Lodge and soon to be Exalated to Royal Hanover Chapter. 

BRO ALEX WILLOUGHBY

Junior Deacon

Bro Alex Willoughby is an active Master Mason and a regular at our Tuesday Lodge of Instruction. His dedication is evident both in the Lodge and personally; he recently completed the Brighton Marathon for charity, a remarkable achievement following his inspiring recovery from major health challenges.

W.BRO DEREK FIFIELD

Assistant Secretary

Worshipful Brother Derek Fifield is a long-standing and dedicated member of Royal Hanover Lodge, consistently ready to step into key roles. A strong supporter of both Lodge and Chapter, he reliably enhances the quality and delivery of ritual.

W BRO IAIN RAYMOND

Assistant Dir. of Ceremonies

W Brother Iain joined Royal Hanover Lodge from another Middlesex Lodge. He first started visiting Royal Hanover in 2020 on our first big Burns night we put on where he played the Bag Pipes. He has a great sense of humour and we look forward to helping him with his progression.

BRO DARIUS APANASIKAS

Inner Guard

Brother Darius is a recently advanced Master Mason of Royal Hanover Lodge, now serving his first year as Inner Guard. Enthusiastic and committed, he is a regular at LOI each Tuesday and continues to progress confidently in his Masonic journey.

BRO ALISTER MACDONALD

Senior Steward

Bro Alister is now on his progressive journey. He has now completed his joruney as a Master Mason. We look forward to seeing Alister grow into the progressive roles that are in front of him. He is a hard working local Barber, running his own business.

W BRO PHIL MALINS

Senior Steward

W Brother Iain joined Royal Hanover Lodge from another Middlesex Lodge. He first started visiting Royal Hanover in 2020 on our first big Burns night we put on where he played the Bag Pipes. He has a great sense of humour and we look forward to helping him with his progression.

W.BRO MIKE ROSS

Precepter 

W.Bro Mike Ross is the backbone of the lodge, as he works so hard to bring us all together and is great at getting the most out of the brethren when it comes to ritual. Mike has also just finished his tenure as Provincial Grand Secretary and has achieved Grand Rank of Past Assistant Grand DC.

 W BRO JOHN MELLOR

Tyler

Worshipful Brother John Mellor is a well-known Tyler within the Province of Middlesex, serving Royal Hanover Lodge for several years. A familiar presence at Cole Court, he is recognised for his warm smile, great presence, and good sense of humour

W.BRO CHRIS ALBROW

Guest Organist


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Our History in Numbers

Established in 1878, the Royal Hanover Lodge 1777, with its distinguished brethren have been practising the ancient art of Craft Freemasonry. We also come under the Provincial Grand Lodge of Middlesex. Our Lodge holds four official meetings each year, usually on the last Friday of October, January, March and May, and three Royal Arch Meetings, usually in February, April, June and November.

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