Grand Orange Lodge of England

2026: Celebrating our 150th Anniversary Year

2026 is a landmark year for The Grand Orange Lodge of England as we celebrate 150 years since its reformation in 1876. This anniversary is a time to reflect on our Protestant identity, shared history, and the bonds of brotherhood that unite our members. Rooted in faith and tradition, we continue to promote fellowship, moral courage, and respect within our communities. Our charitable work and local initiatives show a practical commitment to helping others and strengthening community life. As we look back with gratitude, we also look ahead with purpose, renewing our dedication to unity, service, and lasting cultural heritage.

Community and Tradition

The Grand Orange Lodge of England, also known as the Orange Order, proudly stands as a beacon of Protestant fraternal unity and heritage. Our organization is steeped in the rich history and religious traditions of the United Kingdom, playing an integral role in enriching the cultural and social fabric of the nation, especially within the Protestant community. We are dedicated to fostering a strong sense of community and togetherness, guided by our commitment to the values and history that define our Protestant heritage.

Our involvement in various community initiatives and charitable endeavours showcases our unwavering dedication to uplifting and supporting members of our community. We take great pride in our efforts to promote and uphold the values and traditions that form the cornerstone of our Protestant identity. Through these activities, we not only contribute to the well-being of our members but also extend our hand in service to the wider community, embodying the spirit of unity and benevolence that lies at the heart of our organisation.

The Grand Orange Lodge of England remains a symbol of resilience, solidarity, and cultural pride, continuously striving to make a positive and lasting impact in the lives of our members and the broader community.

News

New Year Message from the MW Grand Master Brother Tim Lord HDGM

The LOIE celebrates its 150th anniversary in this year of our Lord 2026 with many events planned for the coming year. Our celebrations as reformed Christians should be anchored in the sovereign Grace of Christ who is the same yesterday, today, and forever. This year:
  • Trust in Providence: live in confidence in the Lord and trust his unchanging word.
  • Defending the Faith: the LOIE will reaffirm its commitment to “Bible-based” Protestantism, standing firm against secularism and what it identifies as attacks on Christian living.
  • Community and Charity: I encourage our members to continue their support and commitment to being a “powerful force for good” through their charitable giving.
  • Fraternal Unity: support each other, especially those who live alone, from our Orange Community, renew friendships and build relationships within the Orange family; it is just as important to do so in the community in which you live.
 
As 2026 approaches, we face many challenges. Not least because many in authority have little or no outward signs of steadfast faith in the reformed tradition.
 
May this year be a blessed one, where every circumstance is sanctified by God, strengthen your faith and deepen your trust in his faithful hand. Be patient in trials, thankful in prosperity, and bold in him.
 
In 1807, at a meeting of the County Lodge of Lancashire, the County Lodge of Lancashire was formed. The LOIE use the date of the 27th of February in that year as the reformation date of the first organised meeting of the Grand Lodge of England. We meet for an annual session in the town of Corby this September. I give thanks to God that we continue the work of our forefathers. And stand as Orange communities across England.
 
“May the Lord’s richest blessings surround the Orange Family, granting a prosperous and peaceful year to all Brethren, Sisters, and Juniors.“
 
Tim

The Orange Chronicle

 

The Orange Chronicle – Issue 4 / September 2026

A Historical Newsletter of The Loyal Orange Institution of England
 
In this issue, we revisit the significant reorganisation of Provinces and Districts that took place after the amalgamation of 1876. We also highlight an extraordinary letter presented to Queen Victoria in June 1897 during her Diamond Jubilee celebrations, a testament to the admiration and loyalty felt towards the Monarch by Orangemen throughout England.
 
We will also feature Corby’s Dauntless Few LOL 58, which host the Sessions of the Grand Orange Lodge of England on 25 and 26 September 2026. The Lodge is also marking a significant milestone this year, celebrating the 90th anniversary of its formation.
 
Contents:
  • Provinces and Districts
  • Isolated and Female Lodges
  • Letters to the Queen
  • Corby’s Dauntless Few LOL58
  • Previous Issues of the Orange Chronicle
  • The Next Issue is scheduled for 12 December 2026

 

How to Contribute to The Orange Chronicle

If you would like your Lodge featured in the Chronicle, or have a particular person or area of interest you would like researched, please contact the GOLE Grand Historian. We would also be delighted to receive any research articles for inclusion in future issues.

Contact: Bro. Ian McFarland, GOLE Historian
Email: historian@gole.org.uk
 
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Remembrance Day 

Remembrance Day 

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)
 
Today, we rightly remember the service and the sacrifice of the members of the Armed Forces involved in the two World Wars and more recent conflicts, including the Troubles in Northern Ireland. 
 
The freedom we enjoy today has indeed come at a great human cost and that should never be forgotten. Psalm 46 is, therefore, a timely reminder to the people of God that in times of trouble and distress our eternal security and confidence is to be found only in God’s protection. God has indeed promised never to leave us and never to forsake us, and he never will, but is God truly your refuge and strength, and is he your help in times of trouble?
 
Remembrance Day is a time to honour the sacrifices of those who served and gave their lives in conflicts, ensuring the freedoms and peace we cherish today.

150th Anniversary: Gospel of John and Special Edition Jewel

Special Edition of the ‘Gospel of John’ to Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the Reformation of The Grand Orange Lodge of England.

In 2026, we mark 150 years since the reformation of the Grand Orange Lodge of England, giving thanks for a legacy rooted in faith, heritage and steadfast devotion to the Christian values of our Institution.
 
To honour this significant milestone, this special edition of the Gospel of John is being published, proclaiming the timeless truth that “the Word was made flesh” and setting before us again the light, hope and salvation found in Christ. This Gospel reflects our enduring commitment to God’s Word and to sharing its message with confidence and clarity.
 
During the Great War, Scripture was placed into the hands of departing troops, offering comfort, faith and courage in a time of uncertainty. In that same spirit, this anniversary edition seeks to strengthen and encourage members in a changing world, reminding us that the light of God’s Word continues to shine through every generation.
 
This publication is a free gift to all members of the Institution in England and Wales, made possible through the generous donations of four sponsors. Copies will be distributed to every Lodge through their Provincial Grand Masters.
 
Tim Lord
Most Worshipful Grand Master

Daily Bible Verse

Bible Verse of the Day
And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
Bible Readings
October 2026 - Psalm 34
September 2026 - 1 Peter 3:8-18
August 2026 - Psalm 20
July 2026 - 1 Peter 2:1-17
June 2026 - Psalm 2
May 2026 - 2 Thessalonians 3
April 2026 - Nehemiah 6
March 2026 - Colossians 3:12-17
Feb 2026 - Nehemiah 4
Jan 2026 - Philippians 4:4-8
Dec 2025 - Nehemiah 2
Nov 2025 - Philippians 2:1–16
Oct 2025 - 2 Chronicles 32:1–8
Sep 2025 - Ephesians 6:10-24
Aug 2025 - Galatians 6: 1-10
Jul 2025 - 2 Chronicles 20:1-13
Jun 2025 - Galatians 5:13-26
May 2025 - 2 Chronicles 14

Bible Reading of the Month

A Suggested Bible Reading for Lodge Meetings in September 2026

1 Peter 3 v 8-18

These verses of holy scripture are a call for living a holy life which is pleasing to the God of our salvation. It is a reminder that a person who has been justified by faith alone is always a person who is being sanctified.
 
Loving your neighbour as yourself is not easy, but here we learn to be pitiful and courteous, not to render evil for evil or abusive language for abusive language, and to carefully guard our lips when we speak.
 
The great example for us to follow is, of course, the Lord Jesus Christ, who suffered on the cross at Calvary to pay the price of our sins. He was the sinless substitute who died in our place to reconcile us back to God, but death had no dominion over him, and so he rose again on the third day.
 
You can listen to this episode on our podcast player on the home page, or on our Spotify and Apple Podcast channels.

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The Grand Orange Lodge of England is divided into five Provinces …

Northern Provincial Grand Orange Lodge
Liverpool Provincial Grand Orange Lodge
Manchester Provincial Grand Orange Lodge
Metropolitan Provincial Grand Orange Lodge
Midlands Provincial Grand Orange Lodge

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