Street Address, Transport & Visiting Directions for Mother Lodge Kilwinning No. 0 Temple
Mother Lodge Kilwinning No. 0 Temple is located at 98 Main Street, Kilwinning, Ayrshire, KA13 6AA (Postcode: KA13 6AA, Postcode District: KA13). The centre serves approximately 4 warranted Craft Lodges and 3 Royal Arch Chapters alongside progressive Masonic Orders in Kilwinning.
| Building Name | Mother Lodge Kilwinning No. 0 Temple |
|---|---|
| Exact Street Address | 98 Main Street, Kilwinning, Ayrshire, KA13 6AA |
| UK Postcode | KA13 6AA (Prefix: KA13) |
| Provincial Jurisdiction | Provincial Grand Lodge of Ayrshire (GLoS) |
| Coordinates (Lat / Lng) | 55.6538° N, -4.6985° E – View Interactive Street Map (OpenStreetMap) ↗ |
| Nearest Rail / Underground Station | Kilwinning Railway Station (8 mins walk; 30 mins train from Glasgow Central) |
| Car Parking Information | Public car parking off Main Street and Abbey Gate immediately behind Kilwinning Abbey. |
Architectural & Historical Overview of Kilwinning Masonic Hall
Adjacent to the ruins of 12th-century Kilwinning Abbey, this is the revered home of The Mother Lodge of Scotland (Mother Kilwinning No. 0), with a remarkable museum of early operative and speculative Scottish Masonic artifacts.
Within the wider Provincial Grand Lodge of Ayrshire (founded in 1736), Mother Lodge Kilwinning No. 0 Temple 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 Mother Lodge Kilwinning No. 0 Temple
Approximately 4 Craft Lodges and 3 Royal Arch Chapters meet at Mother Lodge Kilwinning No. 0 Temple across the Masonic season (typically September to May/June). Below are the premier and historic warranted Lodges profiled in our directory for Kilwinning:
| Lodge Name & Warrant No. | Consecrated | Specialist / Ritual Type | Regular Meeting Days | Installation Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mother Lodge Kilwinning No. 0 | 1140 | Time Immemorial / Scottish Craft | Wednesday (Monthly Sep-May) | December |
Visiting Brethren & Prospective Candidates in Kilwinning
For Visiting Brethren: Please verify exact tyling times with the Lodge Secretary or via the Ayrshire (Mother Kilwinning) 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 Kilwinning? 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 Mother Lodge Kilwinning No. 0 Temple
Venue Hire Status: Available for Weddings, Banquets & Private Functions
Welcomes Masonic delegations from across the globe by appointment and hosts traditional Scottish harmonies.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mother Lodge Kilwinning No. 0 Temple (KA13 6AA)
Where is the Masonic Hall in Kilwinning located and what is the postcode?
The principal Masonic Hall in Kilwinning is Mother Lodge Kilwinning No. 0 Temple, situated at 98 Main Street, Kilwinning, Ayrshire, KA13 6AA (postcode KA13 6AA). The nearest rail or underground station is Kilwinning Railway Station (8 mins walk; 30 mins train from Glasgow Central).
Can non-masons hire Mother Lodge Kilwinning No. 0 Temple for weddings or private functions?
Yes. Welcomes Masonic delegations from across the globe by appointment and hosts traditional Scottish harmonies.
How do I visit or join a Masonic Lodge in Kilwinning?
There are approximately 4 warranted Lodges associated with Kilwinning under the Provincial jurisdiction (Ayrshire Scotland). 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 Mother Lodge Kilwinning No. 0 Temple.
What is the dress code for attending a Lodge meeting in Kilwinning?
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.