Our clients dwell in one of the best sheltered accommodation venues in the county

We involve our clients in planning at every opportunity

The ELMC hold various events throughout the year including the Spring Party

The ELMC make a £50,000 donation to Diabetes Care

We have one purpose – to raise funds to support the needy within Freemasonry and our local communities

Become a Friend of the ELMC and help those in need

The East Lancashire Masonic Charity (ELMC)

We are here to care for and to afford charitable assistance to needy Freemasons or their widows or to any of their dependent relatives.
The East Lancashire Masonic Charity
Hewlett Court
Newcombe Road
Holcombe Brook
Bury, BL0 9XJ

What We Do At The ELMC

The East Lancashire Masonic Charity is here to care for and to afford charitable assistance to needy Freemasons or their widows or to any of their dependent relatives, and to reach out to others in the communities in which we live who are deserving of our charitable support.

How We Help Local Charites

The relief of poverty by the provision of help and assistance to needy Freemasons, or their widows or any other of their dependent relatives, living predominantly but not exclusively in East Lancashire.

How To Leave a Legacy To The ELMC

Leaving a Legacy in your will has a huge positive impact and helps us to invest in vital services when they need them most, including financial and emotional support

Upcoming EL Festival 2026 events

The support of these events is greatly appreciated to aid in raising money for the EL Festival 2026.

A Carnival of Unity: How a £3000 Grant from Freemasons Help Foster Community Cohesion in Manchester

In the heart of Manchester, where vibrant cultures converge, and the city's pulse beats with diversity, the annual Caribbean Carnival has long been a powerful symbol of unity, celebration, and cultural pride. Yet, in recent days, turbulent social situations—marked by...

Andrew brings home the World Championship Jiu Jitsu title and 3x Gold medals

Following on from the Education grant that was awarded to Andrew Perez to enable him to take part in the World Jiu Jitsu competition in Brazil, please read below information from his Father on Andrew’s achievements; ‘Andrew competed at the World Championship last...

Educational Grant of £2,500 to a remarkable young man, Andrew

At the last ELMC Committee of Benevolence Meeting on 25 June 2024, a significant decision was made that embodies the spirit of our community and its dedication to fostering growth and opportunity. The Committee awarded an Educational Grant of £2,500 to a remarkable...

Fisher’s Mobile Farm

On Wednesday 24th July we had a visit from Fishers Mobile Farm. The ladies, gents, staff and visitors enjoyed getting up close, petting, stroking and learning all about the farm animals. Brenda the calf loved being stroked as well as Doreen & Delilah the sheep and...

Friday Club

Every Friday the ladies, gents and staff gather in the lounge for a tipple and chat. Friday 19th July was no different when some gathered in the courtyard to enjoy the sun whilst sipping on a drink and relishing an ice lolly to cool them down in the sun.  

Freemason’s Mountainous Donation

A donation of £3,154.98 from the ELMC was made to Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue Service which provided a new defibrillator and 3 specialised stretchers designed for rescue work which cane mould around a patient’s body and provide full body, pressure point free...

Therapy Dogs

We always love our visits from Maggie, Golden Retriever and owner Gill from Therapy Dogs! The ladies and gents love seeing her every month, giving her a stroke and tickling her belly.

🎺✨ ELMC Assists the Lancashire Youth Brass Band with Jersey Tour! 🎺✨

Since its formation in 1960, the Lancashire Youth Brass Band has been a beacon for young musicians in Lancashire and beyond, offering them the chance to hone their skills under the guidance of top-tier tutors and conductors. From its audition-selected members, many...

Eastern Area annual Garden Party!

Some of the ladies and gents attended the Eastern Area Annual Garden Party at Middleton Masonic Hall on Sunday 14th July! With performance’s by the Lancashire Fusilier’s Band and Rochdale Music Service followed by a lovely meal, the day was enjoyed by all!

Michael & Kyla Sixsmith

We had the pleasure of welcoming the dancing duo Michael & Kyla to Hewlett Court at the beginning of July. They put on an amazing performance dancing, playing bingo and carrying out a music quiz. Everyone had fun joining in with the musical instruments and some of...