On a recent visit to the Belvidere Chapter No 942 which meets at the Maidstone Masonic Centre in Tovil, I was rather fortunate to sit next to III. Bro David Horne 31° for dinner. We had a very interesting conversation and it became clear to me just how much time and effort he was putting… Continue reading Cycling For Charity
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Very Happy and Extremely Busy at Swale!
The Masonic Centre Sittingbourne, located at 7 Albany Road, Sittingbourne, ME10 1EB is the historic hub of Freemasonry in Swale. It is known for hosting multiple lodges and is the home of Swale Chapter Rose Croix No 657. Looking at the agenda, the March meeting of Swale Chapter promised to be very busy, and so… Continue reading Very Happy and Extremely Busy at Swale!
Driving the Family Train Toward Perfection
On Monday 16th March the Princes of Weald Chapter Rose Croix No 842 in Paddock Wood met to conduct a demonstration of Perfection at their beautiful venue which is at the far western edge of our District of East Kent. The unique feature of the evening being that our Inspector General V. lll Bro Roger… Continue reading Driving the Family Train Toward Perfection
50 Years at St Mary in Ashford
The recent meeting of the St Mary in Ashford Chapter Rose Croix No 802, held on 12th March 2026, marked the 50th anniversary since its Consecration. As you can imagine on this special occasion, which was also the Enthronement meeting, the Inspector General for East Kent V.III Bro Roger Waltham 33° was delighted to attend.… Continue reading 50 Years at St Mary in Ashford
All Smiles and Suprises on the Minnis
At the March meeting of the Belmont Chapter, which is based at Stelling Minnis, our Inspector General V.III Bro Roger Waltham 33° made a very unexpected presentation during the agenda item of “Any Other Business”. His presence gave him the excellent opportunity to make a brief, informal, but very special presentation to some well known… Continue reading All Smiles and Suprises on the Minnis
A Very Sad Loss
We are so sad to report the passing of Very Illustrious Brother Thomas Anthony (Tony) Denne 33°, our Past Inspector General of the District of East Kent, following his lengthy battle against Parkinson’s disease. We have an enormous amount for which to thank V.Ill.Bro Tony during his ten-year tenure as our Inspector General from 2008… Continue reading A Very Sad Loss
St Ithamar makes history with the help of the District team
On Wednesday 29th January, St Ithamar Chapter Rose Croix made history by holding its first-ever double Perfection, an achievement made possible only with the invaluable support of the District of East Kent. On a chilly, slightly foggy January evening, members of St Ithamar Chapter made their way to Gundulph Square in Rochester for a special… Continue reading St Ithamar makes history with the help of the District team
Together in Harmony
One of the most beautiful and historic towns in Kent is Faversham and within the unique setting of the Old Grammer School dating back to Tudor times, you will find the very friendly and welcoming Harmony Jubilee Rose Croix Chapter No 834. Their January Enthronement meeting was a rich tapestry of enjoyment, positivity, care and… Continue reading Together in Harmony
A New Home for Martello Chapter 803
The Martello Chapter Rose Croix No 803 has a new home. After much consideration they decided that it was time for them to move from their original location at Folkestone and after much hard work they agreed that the Masonic Hall in Hythe ticked all their boxes. It is the first time that a Rose… Continue reading A New Home for Martello Chapter 803
District of East Kent: 2026 Chapter Calendar & Contacts
Newly published onto the website is the full 2026 District calendar and Chapter contacts. Access: HERE