Henry of Auxerre and Sanctuary Chapter
Henry of Auxerre and Sanctuary Chapter No.3501 met on 2nd September 2025 at Freemasons’ Hall and dined at the Royal India, Endell St, Covent Garden. Highlights of the afternoon included the successful ballot for 12 Serbian Joining Members and the Election of E Comp Timothy L’Estrange, Deputy Metropolitan Grand Superintendent, as an Honorary Member. This […]
EDITORIAL – Welcome to Arena Online
Dear Brethren, Welcome to Arena 59! I hope Freemasonry is bringing you joy with friends old and new. In the editorial of our last issue, I discussed how the Craft has found itself meeting the needs of a new audience – typically younger Brethren who, particularly since Covid, have found themselves in a highly digital […]
Foreword: RW Bro Julian R Soper, PJGW, Deputy Metropolitan Grand Master
RW Bro Julian R Soper, PJGW, Deputy Metropolitan Grand Master I am fortunate enough to attend many interesting Masonic events – not just limited to Lodge meetings. However, many of these events are open to most Masons; and I lament that many Masons either are not aware of them or do not realise that it […]
London Freemasons Help Young People with Learning Disabilities Thrive in Hammersmith & Fulham
Young people with learning disabilities and autism across Hammersmith and Fulham will soon have access to more specialist support, creative activities, and confidence-building opportunities thanks to a significant new grant from London Freemasons. The £60,000 grant, awarded through the Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF), will support Hammersmith and Fulham Mencap’s Youth Development Project (YDP), a programme […]
Food, Friendship and a Future in Stepney: London Freemasons Support the Capital’s Only HIV Nutrition Charity
A warm meal can be life-changing. For people living with HIV in some of London’s most deprived neighbourhoods, it can also be the first step toward better health, social connection, and renewed confidence. Thanks to a £5,000 grant from London Freemasons, The Food Chain’s “Eating Together” service in Stepney will continue providing just that: nutritious […]
Masonic Charitable Foundation Opens Doors to Work for Young Adults with Learning Disabilities
Thanks to a recent grant from Freemasons, 45 young adults with learning disabilities and autism will soon have access to life-changing employment support through Fair Shot, giving them a genuine chance at paid, meaningful work. Employment rates for people with learning disabilities remain alarmingly low. Recent statistics show that only about 4.8% of adults with […]
London Freemasons Back Mission to Break the Cycle of Illiteracy for Adult Learners Across London
A £10,000 grant from London Freemasons is set to transform the lives of more than 30 adult learners across the capital by supporting the Adult Literacy Trust (ALT) in its mission to tackle one of the UK’s most entrenched social challenges: adult illiteracy. ALT works with adults who lack the basic reading skills needed to […]
Arena 59: Winter 2025 – Contents Page
IT'S YOUR ARENA To send a story to Arena, please email arena@metgl.com We are also looking for writers – please email the Editor at the same address if you would like to contribute. NEWS & FEATURES WELCOME EDITORIAL – Welcome to Arena Online Foreword: RW Bro Julian R Soper, PJGW, Deputy Metropolitan Grand […]
People with dementia and their carers will receive help and support thanks to London Freemasons
Thirty older people with dementia and 20 of their loved ones providing unpaid care, will receive fun, friendship and support thanks to a grant from London Freemasons to Time and Talents Association (Time & Talents). The £60,000 grant will support Time & Talents’ Ruby Tuesdays dementia support and Carers Club projects, which will provide enhanced […]
Young autistic people and people with learning disabilities will receive help and support thanks to London Freemasons
More than 300 young autistic people and people with learning disabilities will benefit from a grant from London Freemasons to the Respond charity. The £66,000 grant will support Respond’s work with young people aged 13-25 that have experienced trauma through abuse or harm. The funding will make a significant difference in enabling Respond to provide […]
Empowering The Next Generation of Young London Business Founders with Support from London Freemasons
A generous £10,0000 grant from London Freemasons will support Launch IT's flagship hub in Edmonton, Angel Yard, by funding the vital role of a dedicated Enterprise Manager. The Enterprise Manager is key to the hub’s success, managing day-to-day operations and serving as a consistent source of one-to-one guidance, mentorship, and practical support for young entrepreneurs. […]
Islington Sea Cadets Ride a Wave of Support from London Freemasons
A £10,000 grant from London Freemasons supports Islington Sea Cadets to reopen the doors after 12 years, providing the community with the support to help young people into responsible adulthood through the development of strong values and high standards of personal conduct. Islington Sea Cadets was delighted to be awarded a grant from the London […]