‘ A rapier amongst scythes’

SECOND TO NONE....... A LODGE PROFILE

Ingham Clark Lodge No: 8164 was founded in 1967 and enjoys a proud history of notable local benefactors and men of distinction.

The Lodge meets at the Wallingford Masonic Centre on the first Thursday in March, April , May, June, September & October. A Rehearsal for the meeting takes place on the preceding Monday. The Lodge meetings commence at 6pm, Rehearsals at 7pm.

After our regular meetings we retire to dinner, known as the Festive Board, where we enjoy a 3 course meal and are renowned for the warmth of our hospitality.

Our meal currently costs £25.

We are a friendly Wallingford Lodge with a current membership of around 30 with ages ranging from 25 to over 80 years. The Lodge is currently rebuilding its strength with drive and energy following a low period in its recent history and its new membership comprises a broad cross section of trades, professions and occupations.

Prospective members will quickly find themselves at home here whatever their background.

At our meetings, which take place in a traditional, formal environment, we perform Masonic ceremonies or listen to lectures as well as conducting the business of the Lodge.

Annual Membership Fees are currently £150 per annum, payable on the 1st September.  A one-off Initiation fee is also levied (Full details are available on request).

Masonic Dress consists of a dark suit, white formal shirt with Ingham Clark Lodge tie for members, Provincial or black tie for visitors and formal black shoes.  At our formal Gala Evenings we wear Dinner Jackets, although the standard dress is still acceptable. At our Gala Evenings & other social events we invite Wives, Partners  and non- Masonic friends.

Our charitable activities are fully focused on supporting local good causes and as a by-product raising the positive profile of Wallingford-based Freemasonry.

Social events are held throughout the year where our Wives, Partners, Family and non-masonic friends join us and where, together with our regular meetings, we raise funds for charity by holding raffles etc..

We strongly believe that it is and always has been an honour and a privilege to be a Freemason and the Lodge whole heartedly embraces the tenets and principles of Freemasonry which we feel are just as relevant today as they were when Freemasonry was founded over 300 years ago,

We also feel that in today’s modern Britain there is no other Institution other than Freemasonry that offers men the same opportunities to positively develop their character and serve their local community..

After a period of stabilisation and growth at Ingham Clark, our ambition now is to further develop the lodge environment into one in which we can lead and inspire men of all ages and backgrounds.

To enable and encourage them to aspire to live their lives by the very highest Masonic ideals fully promoted by the lodge. Integrity, Friendship, Respect, Charity form the basis of teaching the Masonic virtues of Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth.

Aiming at all times to endeavour to ‘Make Good Men Better’

We want men from all walks of life, loyal to Britain, it’s age old traditions and timeless values, including those of fair play, chivalry, civility and gentlemanly behaviour, who are eager to embrace these ideals. Above all, men who prize honour and virtue above the external advantages of rank and fortune.

Our Thursday evening Classes of Instruction (CofI) are a place of learning, discussion and participation in Masonic knowledge which is steeped in tradition. These are informal events and begin at 7pm. They provide an opportunity to enjoy light-hearted ceremony rehearsals, educational and masonic discussions and workshops.

Ingham Clark Lodge has a strong tradition of supporting our local community. 

Our charitable principals are not limited to pure monetary considerations alone but extend to direct engagement in the local community and a deep care for local and wider society.

We warmly welcome new members and encourage them to take an active part in the Lodge. We offer encouragement and support to help our members develop in Freemasonry whilst fully respecting their family and working life commitments.

You are invited to join like-minded Brothers in convivial surroundings and make a positive difference in the world. 

The Ingham Clark Lodge commends itself to you.

For further details, contact the Lodge Secretary :

WBro Lee Collins

t:  0798 9503008

e: s8164@berkspgl.org.uk

Ingham Clark Lodge - Nº 8164

1 month 9 minutes ago

🌟 Episode 5 - Mentoring Matters 🌟

Join us as we dive into the heart of Pure & Antient Freemasonry in this enlightening episode! 🎥✨ We explore the vital role of mentoring—Provincial Grand Mentors, Lodge Mentors, and Personal Mentors—and how this cornerstone of our Craft ensures the ongoing success, culture, and thriving environment of our organisation.

We’re honoured to be joined by the Provincial Grand Mentor, Worshipful Brother Owen Doe, who shares invaluable insights into what it truly means to be a mentor. Discover how mentoring intersects with Lodge Care Teams to provide the essential support every Mason needs to grow and flourish. 🤝💡

Whether you're a seasoned Mason or new to the Craft, this episode is a must-watch! Tune in to learn how mentorship strengthens our bonds, upholds our values, and paves the way for a brighter future.

🎧 Listen now and let us know your thoughts in the comments below! How has mentoring impacted your Masonic journey?

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Ingham Clark Lodge - Nº 8164

2 months 1 week ago

𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀

The 𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗵𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝗱𝗴𝗲, based in Wallingford 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 £𝟮,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀. The lodge is keen to support charities that help people from their local community, including the young, elderly, and disabled. The '𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁’ happened at the Wallingford Masonic Centre Goldsmith Lane, Wallingford on Saturday 25/01/2025.

Recipients from the charities met at the Masonic lodge to receive the donations, and a tour of the temple. They asked questions about the background of Freemasonry, and what they do to help those in need.

The charities included:
• Sobell House
• Wallingford Air Cadets
• Style Acre
• 1st Wallingford Boys Brigade
• The Treehouse School
• St. John's Primary School
• Cholsey Volunteers
• Royal British Legion

"𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘍𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘳𝘺 𝘪𝘴 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘭𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘴. 𝘐𝘯𝘨𝘩𝘢𝘮 𝘊𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘬 𝘓𝘰𝘥𝘨𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺. 𝘞𝘦 𝘥𝘪𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘣𝘺 𝘨𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘰𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘥𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘢 𝘯𝘶𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘩𝘺 𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘴, 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘨, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘭𝘺. 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘥𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘢 𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘦 𝘴𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘳 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘱𝘴."
𝘔𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘏𝘦𝘴𝘭𝘰𝘱

Mike Heslop is the Worshipful Master of Ingham Clark Lodge, who introduced the Giving Day tradition in 2024.

Ingham Clark Lodge - Nº 8164

1 year 2 months ago

We are delighted to share with you the heartfelt expressions of gratitude that have reached us in the form of a letter from Sobell House Hospice Charity. Your recent charitable endeavors, spearheaded by Worshipful Master John Farndon and Master Elect Mike Heslop, have not only made a significant impact on Sobell House but also touched the lives of many.

Ingham Clark Lodge - Nº 8164

1 year 2 months ago

INGHAM CLARK LODGE HOLDS SUCCESSFUL CHARITY PRESENTATION

Worshipful Master John Farndon took center stage alongside Master Elect Mike Heslop to present generous donations to a selection of worthy charities.

The beneficiaries of this charitable endeavor encompassed a diverse range of organizations, each contributing to the betterment of society in its unique way. The list of recipients who received the total amount of £3100, included:

Friends of Fitzwaryn School
Sobell House Hospice Charity
966 Wallingford Squadron Air Training Corps
Oxfordshire ACF (Wallingford)
Style Acre
Wallingford Boys Brigade
The Treehouse School
Thames Valley Air Ambulance
Royal British Legion

Six of the chosen charities were represented at the Lodge, with the others to receive their contributions in separate presentations. All the charities greatly appreciated the donations and thanked the hard work and support of the Ingham Clark Lodge.

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