Province of Herefordshire

Author: Marc

  • Herefordshire Freemasons extend TLC to ENT

    Herefordshire Freemasons extend TLC to ENT

    Herefordshire Freemasons have been supplying TLC teddies to Hereford Hospital’s A and E department for some time.  The Teddies were recently extended for use in the ENT Medical facility in the hospital.  

    Teddies for Loving Care delivers very special bears to hospitals bringing relief and a smile to children in distress.

    The cuddly bears are used by medical staff to calm children down, reward them for being brave or to demonstrate procedures. Often the bears distract poorly children so nurses and doctors can get their jobs done quickly and efficiently.

    The TLC teddy has become an invaluable tool for medical professionals and a real comfort for children, helping to reduce the shock and distress of their experience. Every child that receives a teddy gets to take it home.

    The picture shows Jay and Abbie of the ENT Department at Hereford hospital holding one of the teddies which they have named Grommet.

    They said:

    For many of our younger patients, a visit to hospital can feel frightening. These teddies from Herefordshire Masons offer comfort and reassurance at a time when it’s needed most, helping to make their experience a little less overwhelming. These teddies are making a meaningful difference to their visit

  • Dean Waterfield’s Two New Master Masons

    Dean Waterfield’s Two New Master Masons

    Dean Waterfield Lodge raised two more Mast Masons in a double ceremony at the Masonic Hall Hereford. Our two Master Masons Steven Herbert & Richard Pugh have had all three of their ceremonies together. We wish them well on their journey in Freemasonry

    L to R JW Scott McHattie, Richard Pugh, WM Stuart Powell, Steven Herbert, SW Jim Turpin

  • Prostate Cancer Screening Events

    Prostate Cancer Screening Events

    St Michael’s Hospice and Herefordshire Freemasons are pleased to offer a program of PSA Prostate Cancer Screening across Herefordshire in 2026.

    Calling all men 40 and over, take a PSA test for prostate cancer and it could save your life. In its early stages, prostate cancer generally produces no symptoms, so it is important to diagnose the disease before symptoms arise and while it is still potentially curable. A PSA test is nothing more than a simple blood test. It’s currently the best readily available indicator of a possible prostate problem. So for something so simple that delivers such benefits why wouldn’t you invest a few minutes of your time taking a test.

    DateTownLocationAvailable TestBook A Slot
    May 23rdRoss on WyeRoss Masonic Hall60click here
    July 4thKingtonKington Masonic Hall60click here
    Sept 12thLedburyLedbury Rugby Club60click here
    Oct 24thLeominsterLeominster Masonic Hall60click here
    Nov 21stHerefordSt Michael’s Hospice Whitestone Donation Center100click here

    All sessions 10:00 till 14:00

    For more information visit https://gfct.mypsatests.org.uk

  • Eastnor Lodge donate to Ledbury First Responders.

    Eastnor Lodge donate to Ledbury First Responders.

    Eastnor Lodge based in Ledbury recently donated to Ledbury First Responders who are a team of dedicated volunteers, that respond to medical emergencies and provide support to our community, through awareness training. 


    Part of the Hereford and Worcester Community First Responder Charity, the scheme in Ledbury has an operational area that stretches far from the town and out into the surrounding countryside parishes. 

    Community First Responders are a group of volunteers, that are trained by the ambulance service to respond to medical and trauma emergencies within their community, whilst the ambulance is on route. 

    The original reason community first responders were created, was to assist with the ambulance service response to cardiac arrest patients. This has now developed into a concise medical and traumatic trained response role. 

    The CFR team are responded within a ten-mile radius of wherever they are on call, this allows a rapid response to patients, event without the use of blue lights. The local knowledge and awareness of the road network, allows our team to navigate to patients efficiently.

    Alongside responding, the CFRs also undertake Community Education, and Fundraising for the charity. The donation from Eastnor Lodge has been used towards a Community Engagement Kit which consists of: 

    1.      Community Training Manikins Adult + AED – 

    2.      Community Training Manikins Child 

    3.      Community Training Mankins Infant 

    4.      Public Access Bleed Kit Trainer 

    5.      First aid kit

    This will enable Ledbury First Responders to provide training and support in the local community.

    The picture shows L to R Scott Kibble – Ledbury CFR, Paul Finlay – Eastnor Lodge and Fran Thomas – Ledbury CFR with some of the kit the donation supported.

    Further information can be found on the HWCFR website here https://www.hwcfr-ledbury.com/home

  • Eastnor Lodge Donation to the Colwall Youth Project

    Eastnor Lodge Donation to the Colwall Youth Project

    Eastnor Lodge recently donated £3,000 to the Colwall Youth Project.  The Project is in the process of securing a new premises adjacent to Colwall train station. The space will be transformed into a dedicated youth centre tailored to the needs of local young people, offering informal youth work, mentoring, wellbeing support, and community activities.

    The move aims to improve accessibility for young people, especially those facing difficulties due to limited rural transport options. The new location will enable greater independence for young people travelling from surrounding areas, fostering a safe and supportive environment where they can build resilience and a sense of belonging.

    It is expected that the unit will be fully renovated within the next six months. The Eveson Charitable Trust has very generously funded the rent for the building, enabling the project to focus their fundraising efforts on the renovation and fit out of the space so it can properly serve the community.

    The location next to the train station is particularly exciting. It means young people from surrounding areas will be able to travel independently to access support, which is something many currently struggle with due to rural transport limitations.

    The picture shows Left to right, the Lodge Charity Steward Nick Humphrey together with the Worshipful Master of Eastnor Lodge, Paul Finlay and Aron Williams, Senior Youth Worker and Project Manager at Colwall Youth Project.