Richard Barnett

Saturday 8th August 2026 The East Midlands Province of the Order of the Secret Monitor gathered on Saturday 8th August for its Annual Meeting, held once again at Freemasons’ Hall in Littleover, Derby. The event marked a full year since Ray Ellis assumed the role of Head of the Order in the East Midlands, a year characterised by extensive visits across the region and a steady flow of new members welcomed into the OSM. Nearly 130 members attended, reflecting the strong support and enthusiasm...

Monday 3rd August 2026 – Belper Masonic Hall Belper Conclave No.628 enjoyed a memorable evening on Monday 3rd August as people gathered to welcome several new members into the Order of the Secret Monitor. The meeting began with Neil Temple becoming a joining member of the Conclave. Neil is already an active OSM member in Nottinghamshire Conclave No.166, and the members of Belper were delighted to extend their friendship to him. Left to right: Neil, Ray, Stephen and the newest member, Stephen...

A brilliant Open Morning at Freemasons’ Hall Leicester on the 20th June 2026. The OSM was well represented, as sixteen Companion Orders joined forces to showcase what is on offer to Freemasons. The morning included a superb Knights Templar sword drill, the Holmes Lodge Room open for viewing, and lots of great conversations with members and visitors.