Mark support equals happy people
Durham Mark Benevolent Fund hot-step in to support local children from a performing arts school to attend a showcase event in Skegness, making some happy people
Ravensworth centenary
A slightly delayed Ravensworth centenary celebration was held at Queen Street Masonic Hall in Sunderland
Stroke survivors help from the Mark
The Easington Stroke Support Group meet regularly in an Easington Community Centre. It is completely self-funding. The Group provides an opportunity for stroke survivors to meet in a friendly environment. The members of the Group participate in various activities such … Continued
Durham Mark supports the Salvation Army
Durham Mark Benevolent Fund has recognised the wonderful work performed by the Salvation Army. This is most apparent at Christmas when the ‘Army’ provides shelter and a traditional lunch for the homeless. Equally important, they support those who are lonely … Continued
Bede Mariners Centenary
Bede Royal Ark Mariners celebrated their Centenary in Chester-le-Street at the end of November. To help them celebrate, the Assistant Grand Master, Stephen Davison would attend supported by a Provincial Deputation. The first business of the evening was for Stephen … Continued
The Provincial Team tracks to Shildon
The Provincial Team made tracks to Shildon during a busy schedule of events. On the 17th November 2021, Auckland Mark gave a very warm welcome to the Provincial Grand Master and his Deputation. Shildon may be the birth place of … Continued
Seasonal Message from the PGM
A Seasonal Message from the Provincial Grand Master
Darlington centenary celebration
The Darlington centenary celebration was held in October to mark the milestone event for this Royal Ark Mariner Lodge
St Thomas call time
After struggling for members, sadly St Thomas Lodge in Stockton decided to call time and become inactive.
MBF Tribute Benefits Durham Hospices
The Mark Benevolent Fund MBF pays tribute to His Royal Highness, The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh by a Grant of £1.25m to support hospices in England and Wales