The Old Actonians Lodge, Consecrated 19th June 1920, having been sponsored by the Antioch Lodge, reached its centenary in June 2020; however, due to Covid restrictions at that time, the centenary celebrations were deferred until 7th October 2023.
Being a Metropolitan Lodge, the Lodge held its Centenary Ceremony at Freemasons' Hall, Great Queen Street London, where the Lodge holds its regular meetings four times per year.
The Lodge was honoured to welcome Christopher Hayward, Metropolitan Deputy Grand Master, as its guest of honour, with a deputation of other metropolitan officers. The Centenary Warrant was presented to the Worship Master, Andrew Gunn, and read by Tudor Morgan, the Metropolitan Grand Assistant Secretary. Centenary jewels were then worn and displayed by Lodge members. A brief history of the Old Actonian Lodge was delivered by Rob McCarthy (Lodge Director of Ceremonies & Chaplain), followed by an oration delivered by Andrew Stevens. The ceremony was very ably conducted under the direction of James Skeggs, Metropolitan Deputy Grand Director of Ceremonies.
A champagne reception and 4-course Festive Board were held at the Royal National Hotel, where copies of a full Lodge history booklet were presented to all in attendance. Celebrations continued late into the evening.
The Lodge has donated £375 to Alzheimer UK and £300 to “The Lily Foundation”, a children’s charity fighting the debilitating mitochondrial disease, from monies collected as part of the Lodge Centenary celebration fund.
