East Lancashire 2026 Festival Finale Banquet
Join us for the Festival Finale Banquet – a truly special evening marking the culmination of the East Lancashire 2026 Festival Appeal.
- 6pm – Red Carpet Welcome and Sparkling Wine Reception with Pianist Wendy Richardson
- 7pm – The Celebratory Banquet (with Violinist Katie Fiddlestix)
- 9.30pm – Toast, Speeches and Presentations
- 10pm – Entertainment and Dancing with ABBA Forever and Resident DJ
- 12am – Carriages
Please contact either Susan O’Neill (secretariat@eastlancsmasons.org.uk) or
Julie Ward (julie.ward@hewlettcourt.org.uk) if you have any further questions.
Starter
Spirit of Manchester Hacienda Gin‑cured salmon Compressed cucumber, kombu seaweed, horseradish cream, beetroot pearls, sourdough toast
Alternative:
Glazed & whipped Golden Cross goat’s cheese, roasted Lancashire beets, candied walnuts, dark rye crisps, balsamic pearls.
Main Course
Pan roasted Lancashire chicken breast, Gratin potato, West Lancashire mushrooms, baby onions & Jerusalem artichoke, White Wine Jus
Alternative:
Pan Fried Cod, Gratin Potato, West Lancashire mushrooms, baby onions & Jerusalem artichoke, White Wine Jus
Vegetarian alternative:
Pumpkin and ricotta with tarragon and lemon-glazed baby vegetables, and black truffle dressing (V)
Dessert:
Pear Frangipane Toasted oat crumble, blackberry ripple cream, pear & cinnamon purée
Alternative :
Passion fruit delice, charred pineapple, mango & lime salsa, coconut shortbread crumb
Dress Code: Dinner Suit / Black Tie. No Festival Jewels to be worn. Regalia is not being worn.
Hotel Accommodation For those guests who require overnight accommodation, we have been offered a discounted rate at the Hilton Garden Inn, located within the grounds. If you wish to book, please book directly by following this link: Function Fixers
Parking at the Venue : There is free parking at the venue.
Venue The Point, Lancashire Cricket Club, Trafford Road, Manchester, M16 OPX.:
Over the past five years, East Lancashire Freemasons, their families and friends have come together to support the Freemasons’ Charity and the life-changing support it gives throughout our communities.
The Festival Finale will celebrate the incredible generosity, dedication and fundraising achievements that have brought us to this landmark occasion.This prestigious event will bring together members, families and friends for a memorable evening of banqueting, entertainment and fellowship. The highlight of the evening will be the announcement of the final Festival fundraising total as we celebrate the collective impact of our Province’s efforts and formally conclude the 2026 Festival Appeal.
Whether you have supported the Festival through donations, events, challenges or volunteering, we invite you, and your family and friends, to join us for this fitting celebration of everything we have achieved together.