Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire (UGLE)

Masonic Hall in Oldham (OL1) – Lodges, Address & Visiting Guide

Official address, transport directions, architectural history, resident Craft Lodges & Royal Arch Chapters, and function room hire guide for Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street (OL1 3UJ).

Street Address, Transport & Visiting Directions for Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street

Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street is located at Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street, 5 Rock Street, Oldham, OL1 3UJ (Postcode: OL1 3UJ, Postcode District: OL1). The centre serves approximately 6 warranted Craft Lodges and 2 Royal Arch Chapters alongside progressive Masonic Orders in Oldham.

Building Name Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street
Exact Street Address Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street, 5 Rock Street, Oldham, OL1 3UJ
UK Postcode OL1 3UJ (Prefix: OL1)
Provincial Jurisdiction Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire (UGLE)
Coordinates (Lat / Lng) 53.5434° N, -2.1086° E – View Interactive Street Map (OpenStreetMap) ↗
Nearest Rail / Underground Station Local rail and bus links serving Oldham (OL1)
Car Parking Information On-site or nearby town centre parking in Oldham (OL1 3UJ). Check Lodge summons for evening permit details.
Interactive Location Map: Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street (OL1 3UJ)

Architectural & Historical Overview of Oldham Masonic Hall

Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street is an official warranted Masonic meeting place in Oldham (OL1 3UJ), operating under the jurisdiction of the Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire (United Grand Lodge of England). The centre hosts regular Craft Lodge meetings, Royal Arch Chapters, and Festive Board dining throughout the Masonic season.

Within the wider Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire (founded in 1734), Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street 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 Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street

Approximately 6 Craft Lodges and 2 Royal Arch Chapters meet at Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street across the Masonic season (typically September to May/June). Below are the premier and historic warranted Lodges profiled in our directory for Oldham:

Lodge Name & Warrant No. Consecrated Specialist / Ritual Type Regular Meeting Days Installation Month

Visiting Brethren & Prospective Candidates in Oldham

For Visiting Brethren: Please verify exact tyling times with the Lodge Secretary or via the East Lancashire 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 Oldham? 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 Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street

Venue Hire Status: Available for Weddings, Banquets & Private Functions

Many Masonic Centres in East Lancashire maintain dining suites and licensed bars for Festive Boards, Ladies' Festivals, and private functions. Contact the Hall Secretary or Provincial Office of Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire for availability.

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 Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street (OL1 3UJ)

Where is Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street in Oldham located?

Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street is situated at Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street, 5 Rock Street, Oldham, OL1 3UJ (Postcode: OL1 3UJ) within the jurisdiction of the Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire.

How do I visit or join a Masonic Lodge meeting at Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street?

Existing Brethren wishing to attend a meeting at Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street should contact the Lodge Secretary via the Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lancashire Provincial Office in advance. Prospective candidates aged 18 or over can register interest directly through the Provincial Membership Officer.

What is the dress code for meetings at Cotton Rooms 5 Rock Street?

Standard dress for Craft Lodge meetings is a dark lounge suit or morning dress, white shirt, black or Craft/Provincial tie, white gloves, and regulation regalia.