Street Address, Transport & Visiting Directions for Canterbury Masonic Centre (St Peter's Place)
Canterbury Masonic Centre (St Peter's Place) is located at 38 St Peter's Place, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2DX (Postcode: CT1 2BG, Postcode District: CT1). The centre serves approximately 16 warranted Craft Lodges and 5 Royal Arch Chapters alongside progressive Masonic Orders in Canterbury.
| Building Name | Canterbury Masonic Centre (St Peter's Place) |
|---|---|
| Exact Street Address | 38 St Peter's Place, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2DX |
| UK Postcode | CT1 2BG (Prefix: CT1) |
| Provincial Jurisdiction | Provincial Grand Lodge of East Kent (UGLE) |
| Coordinates (Lat / Lng) | 51.2812° N, 1.0748° E – View Interactive Street Map (OpenStreetMap) ↗ |
| Nearest Rail / Underground Station | Canterbury West Station (4 mins walk) or Canterbury East Station (10 mins walk) |
| Car Parking Information | Pound Lane Car Park and St Radigund's Car Park within 3 minutes walk. |
Architectural & Historical Overview of Canterbury Masonic Hall
Situated right beside the medieval Westgate Towers in Canterbury, the hall houses an independent Masonic Museum of Kent (founded 1933) open free to the public.
Within the wider Provincial Grand Lodge of East Kent (founded in 1770), Canterbury Masonic Centre (St Peter's Place) plays a central role in preserving local ceremonial traditions, supporting community charities, and hosting both regular Craft meetings and Provincial investitures.
Craft Lodges & Royal Arch Chapters Meeting at Canterbury Masonic Centre (St Peter's Place)
Approximately 16 Craft Lodges and 5 Royal Arch Chapters meet at Canterbury Masonic Centre (St Peter's Place) across the Masonic season (typically September to May/June). Below are the premier and historic warranted Lodges profiled in our directory for Canterbury:
| Lodge Name & Warrant No. | Consecrated | Specialist / Ritual Type | Regular Meeting Days | Installation Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Industrious Lodge No. 31 | 1729 | Premier Lodge in Kent | First Thursday (Oct-May) | November |
Visiting Brethren & Prospective Candidates in Canterbury
For Visiting Brethren: Please verify exact tyling times with the Lodge Secretary or via the East Kent Office prior to travelling, and bring your Grand Lodge Certificate and white gloves. Need replacement Provincial regalia or white gloves before dining? View our UK Masonic Regalia & Dress Regulation Guide.
Interested in Joining a Lodge in Canterbury? Read our Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Freemason in the UK covering annual subscriptions, dining fees, and committee interview questions.
Function Room, Dining & Wedding Venue Hire at Canterbury Masonic Centre (St Peter's Place)
Venue Hire Status: Available for Weddings, Banquets & Private Functions
Hosts visiting Masonic tours, pilgrim heritage talks, and private dining.
Looking to compare banqueting suite capacities across multiple Masonic Centres for a Wedding Reception, Masonic Ladies' Festival, funeral wake, or corporate dinner? Visit our dedicated UK Masonic Hall Wedding & Function Room Hire Directory.
Frequently Asked Questions About Canterbury Masonic Centre (St Peter's Place) (CT1 2BG)
Where is the Masonic Hall in Canterbury located and what is the postcode?
The principal Masonic Hall in Canterbury is Canterbury Masonic Centre (St Peter's Place), situated at 38 St Peter's Place, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2DX (postcode CT1 2BG). The nearest rail or underground station is Canterbury West Station (4 mins walk) or Canterbury East Station (10 mins walk).
Can non-masons hire Canterbury Masonic Centre (St Peter's Place) for weddings or private functions?
Yes. Hosts visiting Masonic tours, pilgrim heritage talks, and private dining.
How do I visit or join a Masonic Lodge in Canterbury?
There are approximately 16 warranted Lodges associated with Canterbury under the Provincial jurisdiction (East Kent). Existing Brethren wishing to attend as a visitor should contact the relevant Lodge Secretary via the Provincial Office in advance with their Grand Lodge certificate details. Prospective candidates aged 18 or over of good character can apply through our UK Joining Guide or request an informal introductory meeting at Canterbury Masonic Centre (St Peter's Place).
What is the dress code for attending a Lodge meeting in Canterbury?
For regular Craft Lodge meetings, standard dress is a dark lounge suit or morning dress (or black dinner jacket for evening dining Lodges where specified on the summons), white collared shirt, black or Craft/Provincial tie, black shoes, white gloves, and the appropriate Degree or Provincial regalia.