We were then treated to a splendid Elevation ceremony from the W C, W. Bro Dennis Beecroft, and his officers to admit the Lodge‘s latest member Bro. Derek Hails. Many congratulations go to Bro. Derek and we hope he has many happy and enjoyable years in Morpeth Lodge among friends.

Towards the end of the proceedings the R W PGM was delighted to present to the Lodge, on behalf of the Mark Benevolent Fund, a Grand Patron Gold Award for the many charitable donations made by the Lodge over the past years and he expressed grateful thanks to the Lodge on behalf of the Grand Master H. R. H. Prince Michael of Kent and the Trustees of the Mark Benevolent Fund.

The PGM then went on to present a Grand Lodge Certificate to Bro Bob Packer, the Lodge‘s recent member, and explained the meaning of the signs and words on the Certificate to him.

This marvellous evening was finally rounded off by an excellent meal in very enjoyable and convivial company.