Albert Edward Lodge
February 1875
Albert Edward Lodge was consecrated, beginning a proud Masonic tradition that continues through Lodge No. 1519.
Our story
About & History
A record of the people, traditions and shared purpose that have shaped Albert Edward–Delacy Lodge No. 1519.
Who we are
Tradition with purpose
Albert Edward–Delacy Lodge No. 1519 is part of the Northern Area of the Province of East Lancashire, under the United Grand Lodge of England.
The lodge carries forward the heritage of Albert Edward Lodge, consecrated in February 1875, and De Lacy Lodge, consecrated in April 1924. The two lodges amalgamated in January 2027 as Albert Edward–Delacy Lodge No. 1519.
Key moments
Our history at a glance
More than 150 years of Masonic heritage, brought together in one lodge.
De Lacy Lodge
April 1924
De Lacy Lodge was consecrated, establishing its own century-long heritage of fellowship and service.
Albert Edward–Delacy Lodge
January 2027
Albert Edward Lodge and De Lacy Lodge amalgamated as Albert Edward–Delacy Lodge No. 1519, bringing both histories together for a new chapter.
Founded1874
Albert Edward Lodge
Albert Edward Lodge No. 1519
Albert Edward Lodge No. 1519 was founded in 1874 and formally consecrated in February 1875 in Clayton-le-Moors, near Accrington, Lancashire. Named after Albert Edward, later King Edward VII, the Lodge has maintained its Masonic presence in the local area for more than 150 years and continues to meet at Mill House Masonic Hall, Clayton-le-Moors.
Founded1923
De Lacy Lodge
De Lacy Lodge No. 4591
De Lacy Lodge No. 4591 was founded in Rishton, Lancashire, receiving its warrant in October 1923 and being formally consecrated on 9 April 1924. It originally met in a converted old schoolmaster’s house near the junction of Blackburn Road and Harwood Road, serving Freemasons from Rishton and the surrounding area. The Lodge has therefore been part of the local community for more than 102 years.
Amalgamated2027
A new chapter
Albert Edward De Lacy Lodge No. 1519
In January 2027, Albert Edward Lodge No. 1519 and De Lacy Lodge No. 4591 came together to form Albert Edward De Lacy Lodge No. 1519. Having worked closely together for many years, the amalgamation felt like a natural progression, uniting more than 250 years of combined Masonic heritage, friendship and experience. Meeting at Mill House Masonic Hall in Clayton-le-Moors, the newly amalgamated Lodge began its journey with confidence and optimism, creating a strong, welcoming and successful future for generations of Freemasons to come.
Our Masonic family
Local roots. National connection.
The lodge belongs to the Province of East Lancashire and operates under the constitution of the United Grand Lodge of England.
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