What we've been upto!

30 Nov 24

We would like to thank everyone who attended our installation and harmony.

Bro. Alexander McBroom PM was installed in to the Chair of King Solomon for a second year.

Many thanks to everyone who helped us celebrate our special day and those who supported the lodge over the last year.

15 Nov 24

Congratulations to Hozier's newest Fellowcraft, Bro. Maurice R Anthony FC, who was passed to the Second or Fellowcraft degree at the hands of RWM Bro. Charlie Kearney PM and Conferring Master Bro. George R McFarlane and their fine degree team from Lodge Mauldslie Castle No. 1630 (Wishaw/Law).

A really nice degree, which was well worked by all.

A great way to finish off the masonic year.

Here's to a long and enjoyable masonic journey.

19 Oct 24

A great support from our wee Lodge attended the Ceremony of Installation of RWM Bro. Malcolm Docherty and the Brethren of 1081.

Our very own DM Bro. William D Steele PM was a RW Installing Master, alongside 1081's Bro. James Overend PM. A first class ceremony was conducted by these well seasoned vets.

We wish the Brethren of Lodge Abington Arbory No. 1081 our very best wishes for the ensuing masonic year.

11 Oct 24

We had the great honour to accept a kind invitation from RWM. Robert Millar and the Brethren of Lodge Nethan St. John No. 1289 to initiate one worthy candidate.

What a cracking night it was. It was fantastic to be in the company of some great people, especially 1289's newest Entered Apprentice, Bro. Grant Wray EA.

Guid!

10 Oct 24

The Brethren of both Lodges - ours and Lodge Abington Arbory No. 1081 enjoyed great company.

Everyone just sat back and relaxed with some Hozier Hospitality at the harmony.

Good friends enjoying ourselves!

It's what it's all about!

Braw! 

3 Oct 24

Many thanks to RWM Br. Danny Mayberry and the Brethren of Lodge St. Thomas No. 306, in the province of Lanarkshire Middle-ward, for the brilliant welcome they gave Hozier's degree team and deputation.

We were invited to confer the 1st or Entered Apprentice Degree.

Good banter, great people and some valuable masonic teachings. 

16 Sep 24

We were warmly welcomed into Lodge Mauldslie Castle No. 1630 by IPM Bro. Jim Moffat and the Brethren, where we were invited to confer the MMM degree, which we duly obliged on one worthy Master Mason, Bro. Mark McKay.

The RWM had the pleasure of receiving, on behalf of all Hozier Brethren, Honorary Membership at the hands of Bro. Jim.

The warm welcome and camaraderie we received was fantastic.

12 Sep 24

 We kicked off the second half of the masonic year with our newest candidate, Bro. Maurice Anthony, being initiated by RWM Bro. William Wiegratz and Brethren of Lodge Biggar Free Operatives No. 167. Also in attendance were members of both Lodge Mauldslie Castle No 1630 and the RWM and Brethren of Lodge St. Thomas No. 306 - both lodges will take Bro. Maurice on his next steps in the Craft.

We also completed the affiliation to our Lodge of Bro. Andy Gray. Andy's Mother Lodge is Lodge Kelso and Tweed No.58, so he will be splitting his time between both lodges.

Thanks to every single brother who supported the candidate, degree team, and Brethren of our wee ludje!

22 Jun 24

Brethren of the Lodge joined Brethren from our sister lodges to take part in the Walk. It was an excellent day, which was enjoyed by all.

The Walk was well organised and well hosted by RWM Bro. Frank Robertson PM and the team at Forth.

Here’s to next year’s!

19 Jun 24

Our degree team, Brethren and kind supporters ventured over to Catrine in Ayrshire to conduct the 2nd or Fellowcraft Degree.

We were warmly welcomed by RWM Bro. Stewart Aitken PM and the Brethren of the lodge.

Relaxed atmosphere, great friends and fantastic Freemasonry.

Time for a rest over recess.

17 May 2024

What a great night last night at Lodge Newlands No. 949 (Coalburn)!!!

A fantastic warm welcome, give to our deputation, from RWM Andrew Suckle PM and the assembled Brethren.

A nice atmosphere throughout and somewhere we’ve always enjoyed visiting.

Our RWM was privileged to accept honorary membership of Lodge Newlands on behalf of everyone at Lodge Hozier.

Nice welcome, great support, good banter, brilliant atmosphere.

9 May 24

Congratulations to Hozier's newest Master Mason, Bro. Mark McKay, who was raised to the high and sublime degree of a Master Mason at the hands of RWM Bro. Darren Campbell PM and his fine degree team from Lodge Old St. John No. 21 (Lanark).

A really nice degree, which was well worked by all.

We really appreciate the fantastic support and friendship from all who come to Douglas Water.

Every last brother is always very welcome amongst us.

Here's to a long and enjoyable masonic journey.

3 May 24

An impressive representation from the Lodge witnessed an excellent installation ceremony, conducted by the RWPGM and his team.

Hozier has continued our commitment and support to Provincial Grand Lodge, with some enthusiastic and devoted Brethren playing active parts throughout our area.

Congratulations to all newly installed O-Bs. We wish you all the success during your tenure.

27 Apr 24

It was a fine treat to witness a brilliant Ceremony of Installation and to be welcomed at the following Harmony Board at Lodge Liberton No. 1201.

Our Right Worshipful Master's uncle-in-law, Bro. Michael Weeden was installed into the office of Senior Deacon.

All the very best to RWM Bro. Richard Blair on being installed into the Chair of King Solomon, and to all at this fine lodge.

22 Apr 24

Huge congratulations to Bro. Daniel Costello of Lodge Old ST. John No. 21 on being raised to the 3rd or hHigh and Sublime Degree of a Master Mason by our degree team. We really enjoyed the night, which was very special for us as well as 21's newest Master Mason.

All the very best to Daniel for a long and rewarding journey in our great organisation.

The welcome, atmosphere and harmony from RWM Darren Campbell and the Brethren of one of our sponsor lodges was superb.

Good times!

18 Apr 24

Our degree team and Brethren had the huge honour and privilege of passing Bro. Gilbert Logan to the 2nd or Fellowcraft Degree.

We were warmly welcomed into Lodge Biggar Free Operatives No. 167 by RWM William Wiegratz and Brethren.

From start to finish the evening was another example of what our organisation is all about - friendship, enlightenment and fraternity!

Thanks to all who made us feel very welcome.

Braw!

11 Apr 24

Our newest EA was passed to the 2nd or FC degree by RWM Bro. Frank Robertson and the team from Lodge Wilsontown Ironworks St. John No. 236.

The degree was conducted to the highest standards - really impressive!

We were pleased when Bro. Frank Robertson accepted Honorary Membership of our Lodge, in appreciation of his sustained support and contributions to Lodge Hozier Douglas Water No. 912 over the years.

As ever, the Hozier Brethren appreciate every person who came along to join us at our meeting - it was great to see the Lodge full.

Good times!

 5 Apr 24

It was an absolute honour and privilege for our RWM to confer the Lanarkshire Upper-ward Reigning Masters’ MM Degree on Bro. Andrew McKinnley of Lodge St. Thomas No. 306.

Huge well done to the team of RWMs and PMs for adjusting to each other’s ritual to make the degree flow well.

Bro. Archibald McBain Galbraith PM 912, PM 1081, PPGM founded the degree in 1980, and after 44 years has handed over to Bro. Charlie Kearney PM 1630.

Thanks to Archie for his leadership, mentorship and council.

Bro. William Steele PM Lodge Hozier Douglas Water No. 912 was the very first Confering Master and RWM Alexander McBroom was Archie’s last before he sits on the sidelines and relaxes.

Thanks to RWM Bro. Danny W Mayberry and the Brethren of ‘St. Tam’s’ for their continuous support.

2 Apr 24

We were invited by RWM Bro. David White and the Brethren of the Lodge to attend and confer a degree of our choice, which we decided would be the Fellowcraft degree.

A really great night was had by all. It was great to be in the midst of our good friends at Douglas. Lodge St. Bride No. 118 was one of our sponsor lodges when we formed in 1901 and since then we have supported each other - this will continue for many years to come.

Our RWM received Honorary Membership of the Lodge, which is a huge privilege.

Here's to the future!

21 Mar 24

We had the honour to attend 1199's meeting, where we witnessed a fantastic Fellowcraft degree, conducted by RWM Bro. Tom Wilson PM and the Brethren of the Lodge.

It was the official annual visitation of PGL of Lanarkshire Upper-ward, headed by RWPGM Bro. Scott J MacLean.

The RWPGM and RWM presented two 50 year diplomas and jewels and a MMM diploma.

A fine night of masonry, including some ad-hoc harmony was the order of the day.

Another brilliant night at 1199.

19 Mar 24

A fair lot of us decided to go for a wee visit to our pals in Abington.

We wanted to return the support we get from one of our Honorary Members, RWM Bro. Malcolm Docherty, and the Brethren of Lodge Abington Arbory No. 1081.

RWM Malcolm lead a fine rendition of the 2nd or Fellowcraft degree, which was appreciated by the assembled Brethren, particularly the deputation from the PGL of Lanarkshire Upper-ward, headed by RWPGM Bro. Scott J MacLean, who were in attendance to conduct their official annual visitation.

It was nice to hear the Brethren getting acknowledgement for their labours over the last 12 months.

14 Mar 24

We welcomed our newest candidate into our Lodge and Freemasonry - Bro. Mark McKay. Mark’s uncle, Bro. Kenny Mckay (Lodge Barns o’Clyde No. 1018) had the pleasing duty of investing his nephew with the badge of an EA - a special touch. Mark’s 2nd or FC degree will be conferred by Lodge Wilsontown Ironworks Lodge St John. No 236 on Thursday 11th April (1930).

Mark was supported by so many of our friends from in and out of the province and members of the Widow’s Sons Scotland Motorbike Riders’ Association (Kenny is IP President of the West Chapter of WSS), and members of the King’s Own Scottish Borderers (Mark is the leading drummer in the KOSB Pipes and Drums).

We also enjoyed the annual visitation from PGL of Lanarkshire Upper-ward, headed by the RWPGM Bro. Scott J MacLean, who we gave Honorary Membership to. Bro. Scott is very deserving of HM for the support, advice and friendship he’s given to Hozier over many years. There’s a nice relationship between 912 and PGL, founded on mutual support, positivity and friendship.

The Brethren of Lodge Hozier Douglas Water No. 912 are hugely grateful for the support we receive from every last person, and do our very best to return it back.

Here’s to more of the same!

5 Mar 24

A group of our Brethren joined RWM Bro. Frank Robertson and the Brethren of Lodge Wilsontown Ironworks St. John No. 236 on their visit out with the province, to Lodge Clydesdale No. 551.

On the wall of their adjacent is a painting of Tam o’Shanter on his grey mare, Meg. Hidden in the painting are 20 Masonic symbols, of which we managed to find about 6-7. The excellent work was painted by Bro. Adam Browlie, 551’s Secretary.

Above is a less detailed version of the image (you’ll not find the symbols in these), which has been printed on a slate plate. Our RWM was gifted one of them by the artist, Bro. Adam, for our lodge.

Thanks to all at 551 for the top notch welcome and hospitality, RWM Frank for allowing us to join his deputation and to Adam for his kindness and generosity.

5 Mar 24

Well, we split our force tonight. Some Brethren headed to Lodge St. Bride No. 118 to support RWM Bro. David White PM and our friends within the province, and another group joined RWM Bro. Frank Robertson and the Brethren of Lodge Wilsontown Ironworks St. John No. 236 on their visit out with the province to Lodge Clydesdale No. 551.

Our Lodge has a special bond with Lodge St. Bride No. 118. They were one of our sponsors, along with Lodge Old St. John No. 21.

4 Mar 2024

What a great welcome we received from RWM Bro. David Johnston PM and the Brethren of Lodge St. John No. 20.

We were invited to conduct an emulation degree of our choice, which was the First or Entered Apprentice Degree.

From start to finish, the night was brilliant. The ceremonial was really enjoyable, the harmony great and even the patter was up there.

Our RWM has the privilege of receiving Honorary Membership of Lodge St. John No. 20, which he greatly appreciates.

A special night!

26 Feb 2024

A sizeable group of Hozier Brethren was given the honour of joining the deputation from Wilsontown Ironworks St. John No. 236, headed by RWM Bro. Frank Robertson PM, who was also joined by the RWPGM Bro. Scott Maclean, PG Commissioned Officers and members of PGL.

A fantastic FC degree was conferred by Bro. Frank and his degree team on a worthy EA. Congratulations to Bro. Daniel Costello FC, who we’re looking forward to raising to the MM degree.

Great attendance once again. Thanks for the warm welcome RWM Bro. Darren Campbell PM and Brethren of Lodge Old St. John No. 21.

24 Feb 2024

A large representation from our Lodge attended the Installation Ceremony, conducted by the Grand Lodge of Scotland and headed by the MWGMM Dr. Bro. Joseph J Morrow CVO, CBE, KC, FRSE.

It was a nice and relaxed day, with Coalburn Miners’ Club being packed to the rafters - showing support to Bro. Scott and his team.

It was a great event and even better seeing the new RWPGM be invested with his late father’s PGM apron.

12 Feb 2024

A packed-out lodge room of Brethren of 236, chaired by RWM Bro. Frank Robertson welcomed our Lodge in to confer a degree of our choice.

The evening was full of positive brothers, masonic spirit and all in attendance enjoyed the gifts of Freemasonry.

It was a fantastic night from start to finish.

9 Feb 2024

A few of our Brethren ventured over to West Lothian to see some old pals.

We were very well looked after by RWM Bro. Ian Harrower PM and the Brethren of the Lodge.

An excellent Fellowcraft degree was conferred on a progressive candidate.

A great lodge, which we will be back over to visit again.

7 Feb 2024

 A hearty evening of friendship was had by all who came to our Regular Meeting.

Our pals from Lodge Nethan St. John No. 1289, headed by their own RWM Bro. Robert Millar PM conferred a fantastic emulation of the Fellowcraft degree, which was enjoyed by all.

The Brethren from 1289, and our old and new visitors seemed to really enjoy the meeting and 'Hozier Hospitality' during the harmony.

Good times!

7 Feb 2024

 From being founded in the bustling coal mining village on the 7th February 1901, and being one of dozens of organisations in the village, to continuing to this day the spirit of Douglas Water - we are rightly proud of our wee lodge. 

We have been heartened by the kind wishes sent to us all from our friends in the fraternity!

We thank each and every single one of you for your friendship and support.

3 Feb 24

Several Brethren of our Lodge attended to support the elected Office-bearers and Brethren of Old St. John, including their new RWM, Bro. Darren Campbell PM.

OSJ21 (along with St. Bride No. 118) was a sponsor lodge for the founding of our Lodge, so our bonds have always been strong.

The ceremony was superb and the hospitality during the harmony was excellent.

We wish RWM Darren, and everyone at 'The Lodge of Lanark', good luck and all the best for the upcoming year!

1 Feb 24

We were honoured to accept an invitation to attend 187's Regular Meeting to confer a degree of our choice, which we decided would be the First or EA Degree.

This was the first outing by our new RWM, Bro. Alexander and the slightly amended degree team. We were very well supported from our pals from Lodges; Clydesdale No. 551, Wilsontown Ironworks St. John No. 236, St. Bride No. 118, Mauldslie No. 1199 and Old St. John No. 21.

RWM Alistair Stewart, and the Brethren of 187, made the whole deputation feel very welcome.

27 Jan 24

A good showing of Hozier Brethren attended the Installation of Office-bearers and Brethren of No. 118, including their new RWM, Bro. David White PM.

St Bride 118 (along with OSJ21) was a sponsor lodge for the founding of our Lodge.

The ceremony was first class throughout.

We wish RWM David, and everyone at St. Bride's, good luck and all the best for the upcoming year!

20 Jan 24

Brethren of our fine wee Lodge attended to support the Office-bearers and Brethren of No. 167, including their new RWM, Bro. William Wiegratz.

The ceremony was conducted to the highest standards and everyone enjoyed the day. Another fine display of freemasonry by BFO.

We wish RWM Billy, and everyone at BFO, good luck and all the best for the upcoming year!

13 Jan 24

A fair lot of our Brethren went along and attended to support the elected Office-bearers and Brethren of No. 248, including their new RWM, Bro. George Fordyce PM.

Carnwath is always a great place to visit for friendship and brotherhood and this installation was no different. The welcome was exceptional. Our RWM was voluntold he had to give a bit of harmony - the Wild Rover has never sounded as bad!!!

We wish RWM George, and everyone at 248, good luck and all the best for the upcoming year!

11 Jan 24

What a packed meeting this one was. First; we welcomed our friends from 187 in to confer a degree of their choice, which was outstanding! RWM Alistair and his degree team should be rightfully proud of their labours, which were greatly appreciated by the assembled brethren.

Our RWM had the great honour of presenting the 50 year diploma and jewel to Bro. James G Forrest PM in recognition of his loyalty, dedication and commitment to Freemasonry, Lodge Hozier and his fellow Brethren. Jim is a mason of highest calibre, in every way and to everyone. Congratulations to PM Jim!

The RWPGM Bro. John S Drummond, on behalf of Grand Lodge of Scotland, presented Bro. Alan Gibb PM, SPGM with the rank of Honorary Grand Senior Deacon for his services to Freemasonry in general but to the Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Upper-ward in particular. Bro. Alan has been a fantastic ambassador of Lodge Hozier, PGL and Freemasonry for an extended period and we are proud to have him represent us as he does.

27 Dec 23

Several Brethren of our Lodge attended to support the elected Office-bearers and Brethren of No. 20, including their new RWM, Bro. David Johnston PM.

Lodge St. John No. 20 is the oldest remaining lodge in our province, so it was great to witness the continuation of their history in the making.

It was good to see the lodge room packed out for the ceremony.

We wish RWM David, and everyone at St. John No. 20, good luck and all the best for the upcoming year!

22 Dec 23

Hozier Brethren went along to support the elected Office-bearers and Brethren of No. 20, including their new RWM, Bro. Andrew Suckle PM.

It was great to see everyone really enjoy themselves at the ceremony. Our lodge has always had a great relationship with Lodge Newlands, which is set to continue into the upcoming year.

We wish RWM Andy, and everyone at Newlands, good luck and all the best for the upcoming year!

21 Dec 23

The Honorary Members of Lodge Biggar Free Operatives No. 167 conferred an emulation Master Mason Degree.

Hozier’s IPM Bro. Craig Stark PM, as the RW Conferring Master, led a cross-provincial team, including brethren from; Old St. John No. 21, Lockhart St. John No. 248, Hozier Douglas Water No. 912, Abington Arbory No. 1081 and Mauldslie No. 1199.

Here's to more of the same!

16 Dec 23

A large bunch of Brethren from our Lodge attended to support the elected Office-bearers and Brethren of No. 187, including their new RWM, Bro. Alistair Stewart.

It was a brilliant night in the company of the Brethren of 187. Our RWM piped for the deputations of the evening.

We wish RWM Alistair, and everyone at 187, good luck and all the best for the upcoming year!

8 Dec 23

Many members of our Lodge attended the Installation of Office-bearers and Brethren of No. 1289, including their RWM, Bro. Robert Millar.

It was a real treat to be part of this occasion. The lodge has a great healthy buzz around it and it is a lovely place to spend time with friends.

Our Secretary, Bro. Scott M Yuill, piped for the deputations of the evening.

We wish RWM Robert, and everyone at 1289, good luck and all the best for the upcoming year!

2 Dec 23

Several Brethren of our Lodge attended to support the elected Office-bearers and Brethren of No. 236, including their RWM, Bro. Frank Millar.

A busy and packed-out lodge room witnessed the installation of RWM Frank, who was also in his last week of being RWM of Lodge Clydesdale No. 551. Another installation conducted with propriety and decorum.

We wish RWM Frank, and everyone at 236, good luck and all the best for the upcoming year!

1 Dec 23

We attended to support the elected Office-bearers and Brethren of No. 1199, including their RWM, Bro. Thomas Wilson PM.

Always a great night with our very good friends of 1199 and this was no different. The standard of ritual/ceremonial work was outstanding.

Our RWM piped for the deputations of the evening.

We wish RWM Tam, and everyone at 1199, good luck and all the best for the upcoming year!

29 Nov 23

A wee visit through to Edinburgh was in order to support a popular brother advance to the degree of Mark Master Mason.

It's always nice to see how lodges out with our province conduct degrees.

It was a great night!

25 Nov 23

We would like to thank everyone who attended our installation and harmony.

Our new RWM, Bro. Alexander McBroom, the Office-bearers and Brethren had a rare time with our friends.

IPM Bro. Craig Stark served and led the Lodge very well over four years, including the pandemic period. We owe a great deal of gratitude to Craig.

21 Oct 23

Several Brethren of our Lodge attended to support the elected Office-bearers and Brethren of No. 1081, including their new RWM, Bro. Malcolm Docherty.

The first installation of the year was kicked-off with a fantastic installation of Office-bearers and the RWM. Everyone from Hozier had a nice time at the ceremony and harmony.

We wish RWM Malcolm, and everyone at 1081, good luck and all the best for the upcoming year!

9 Oct 23

A wee visit through to Bannockburn was in order to witness a friend of our (then) Junior Deacon be raised to the degree of Master Mason.

Spreading the net of Freemasonry.

Another fine evening amongst friends.