We have one purpose – to raise funds to support the needy within Freemasonry and our local communities

Our clients dwell in one of the best sheltered accommodation venues in the county - Hewlett Court

We involve our clients in planning at every opportunity

The ELMC hold various events throughout the year including the Spring Party

Become a Friend of the ELMC and help those in need

The East Lancashire Masonic Charity (ELMC)

We are here to care for and to afford charitable assistance to needy Freemasons or their widows or to any of their dependent relatives.
The East Lancashire Masonic Charity
Hewlett Court
Newcombe Road
Holcombe Brook
Bury, BL0 9XJ

What We Do At The ELMC

The East Lancashire Masonic Charity is here to care for and to afford charitable assistance to needy Freemasons or their widows or to any of their dependent relatives, and to reach out to others in the communities in which we live who are deserving of our charitable support.

How We Help Local Charites

The relief of poverty by the provision of help and assistance to needy Freemasons, or their widows or any other of their dependent relatives, living predominantly but not exclusively in East Lancashire.

How To Leave a Legacy To The ELMC

Leaving a Legacy in your will has a huge positive impact and helps us to invest in vital services when they need them most, including financial and emotional support

Upcoming EL Festival 2026 events

The support of these events is greatly appreciated to aid in raising money for the EL Festival 2026.  

East Lancashire Bicentenary Christmas Fair!

What an incredible day we had on Sunday 7th December at our Christmas Fair, raising a fantastic £2,800 for the EL Festival 2026! With a wonderful variety of stalls, fabulous live entertainment from the Bury Choral Society Choir and Tottington Brass Band, Santa and his...

Remembrance Day

The residents and staff at Hewlett Court came together to pay tribute on Remembrance Day. At the 11th minute of the 11th hour, on the 11th day of the 11th month, everyone joined in a two-minute silence to honour and remember those who gave their lives for our freedom....

Happy 50th Birthday Bev!

Family, friends, staff, and all the lovely ladies and gents of Hewlett Court gathered in the lounge on Thursday 6th November to celebrate Manager, Bev’s 50th birthday! We were treated to an amazing performance from the fantastic 'Fletch', who had everyone singing...

Bonfire Night

To celebrate Bonfire Night, the ladies and gents have enjoyed tucking into a comforting meal of traditional corned beef hash with red cabbage, followed by a delicious slice of ginger cake for tea!  

Spooktacular Halloween Fun!

We had a great afternoon celebrating Halloween with our ladies and gents — a party full of fun, games, laughter, and spooktacular drinks for everyone to enjoy! A big thank-you to everyone who joined in and made it such a frightfully good time and to Mel, Cook for...

Halloween treats!

The ladies and gents had such a fun Halloween evening with Mel and Erika! Everyone enjoyed spooky Coke floats and sweet treats — a perfect night for everyone to enjoy before our Halloween party!            

Katie Fiddlestix

On Saturday 29th October, we were delighted to welcome back our favourite violinist, Katie Fiddlestix for a wonderful performance! Her beautiful violin music filled the room and was enjoyed by all our lovely ladies and gents!     

Manager, Bev walks 100 miles in October for Breast Cancer Now!

A big well done to Manager, Bev for completing her challenge of walking 100 miles in October to support Breast Cancer Now and raising a fantastic £700 + £123.75 gift aid! Bev says 'thank you to everyone who has given to this worthy cause, I am forever grateful for...

Tom Collins

What a fantastic time we had with Tom Collins entertaining the ladies and gents on Tuesday 28th October! He filled the room with classic hits and great tunes that had everyone dancing and singing in their seats!

Coffee Morning and Therapy Dogs

We had a fantastic time at our weekly Coffee Morning on Wednesday 22nd October! Pippa the Therapy Dog and owner Gill came from Therapy Dogs Nationwide — and brought many smiles! A big thank you to Trish for joining us and selling her beautiful tissue covers!...