Street Address, Transport & Visiting Directions for Preston Masonic Hall (Saul Street & Garstang Road)
Preston Masonic Hall (Saul Street & Garstang Road) is located at Saul Street, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 2QU (Postcode: PR2 8LA, Postcode District: PR2). The centre serves approximately 28 warranted Craft Lodges and 10 Royal Arch Chapters alongside progressive Masonic Orders in Preston.
| Building Name | Preston Masonic Hall (Saul Street & Garstang Road) |
|---|---|
| Exact Street Address | Saul Street, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 2QU |
| UK Postcode | PR2 8LA (Prefix: PR2) |
| Provincial Jurisdiction | Provincial Grand Lodge of West Lancashire (UGLE) |
| Coordinates (Lat / Lng) | 53.7582° N, -2.6974° E – View Interactive Street Map (OpenStreetMap) ↗ |
| Nearest Rail / Underground Station | Preston Railway Station (7 mins walk) |
| Car Parking Information | Avenham Multi-Storey Car Park (PR1 3BN) and Fishergate Centre car parks within 5 minutes walk; Fulwood Provincial Office has dedicated parking. |
Architectural & Historical Overview of Preston Masonic Hall
Preston has a distinguished Masonic heritage dating back to the Preston Guild assemblies of the 18th century and William Preston's famous lectures. Lodges meet at the central Saul Street Masonic Hall and the nearby Brookfield / Garstang Road centres.
Within the wider Provincial Grand Lodge of West Lancashire (founded in 1826), Preston Masonic Hall (Saul Street & Garstang Road) 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 Preston Masonic Hall (Saul Street & Garstang Road)
Approximately 28 Craft Lodges and 10 Royal Arch Chapters meet at Preston Masonic Hall (Saul Street & Garstang Road) across the Masonic season (typically September to May/June). Below are the premier and historic warranted Lodges profiled in our directory for Preston:
| Lodge Name & Warrant No. | Consecrated | Specialist / Ritual Type | Regular Meeting Days | Installation Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lodge of Unanimity No. 113 | 1761 | Preston Guild Heritage | Third Monday (Sep-Apr) | October |
Visiting Brethren & Prospective Candidates in Preston
For Visiting Brethren: Please verify exact tyling times with the Lodge Secretary or via the West 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 Preston? 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 Preston Masonic Hall (Saul Street & Garstang Road)
Venue Hire Status: Available for Weddings, Banquets & Private Functions
Preston Masonic Hall provides two full dining suites and licensed bars for Ladies' Evenings, guild dinners, funeral wakes, and anniversary functions.
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 Preston Masonic Hall (Saul Street & Garstang Road) (PR2 8LA)
Where is the Masonic Hall in Preston located and what is the postcode?
The principal Masonic Hall in Preston is Preston Masonic Hall (Saul Street & Garstang Road), situated at Saul Street, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 2QU (postcode PR2 8LA). The nearest rail or underground station is Preston Railway Station (7 mins walk).
Can non-masons hire Preston Masonic Hall (Saul Street & Garstang Road) for weddings or private functions?
Yes. Preston Masonic Hall provides two full dining suites and licensed bars for Ladies' Evenings, guild dinners, funeral wakes, and anniversary functions.
How do I visit or join a Masonic Lodge in Preston?
There are approximately 28 warranted Lodges associated with Preston under the Provincial jurisdiction (West Lancashire). 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 Preston Masonic Hall (Saul Street & Garstang Road).
What is the dress code for attending a Lodge meeting in Preston?
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.