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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

ELMC invest £1.6million to make improvements to Hewlett Court Sheltered Housing

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

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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

by | 25 April 2023 | Hewlett Court News and Events, Latest ELMC News | 0 Comments

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

by | 12 February 2026 | Hewlett Court News and Events | 0 Comments

Teresa Harper joined us on Thursday 12th February to sing for the ladies and gents, and she truly made it a wonderful afternoon. Everyone enjoyed a good old singalong to some much-loved classics, with plenty of clapping, smiling, and voices joining in....
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Transforming Care Through Technology: A Partnership with Lifelites

by | 10 February 2026 | Latest ELMC News | 0 Comments

The announcement of a £50,000 grant to Lifelites marked more than a financial commitment – it was a powerful statement of belief in the life-changing potential of technology, compassion and community. The grant, made towards Lifelites’ partnerships with Francis House...
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ELMC grant to 7th Kings Scout Group, Farnworth & Bolton

by | 5 February 2026 | Latest ELMC News | 0 Comments

In December 2025, Ian Macneill presented a cheque for £536 to Darren Williams, District Leader, and Bianca Stones, Leader from 7th Kings Scout Group, Farnworth & Bolton. The donation helped fund neckers, woggles, district badges and embroidery for the investiture...
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Shaun Sloan

by | 4 February 2026 | Hewlett Court News and Events | 0 Comments

On Wednesday 4th February, we had the pleasure of welcoming a new artist to Hewlett Court — the brilliant Shaun Sloan. Our ladies and gents thoroughly enjoyed his performance, which was packed with variety, from Frank Sinatra classics to The Music Man. There was...
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Congratulations to Cook, Mel on 35 Years of Service!

by | 2 February 2026 | Hewlett Court News and Events | 0 Comments

Huge congratulations to Cook Mel on 35 amazing years of service with us at Hewlett Court! Your hard work, consistency, and heart in the kitchen have made a lasting impact. Here’s to you and everything you’ve contributed—thank you! Mel enjoyed celebrations with the...
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The Young Peoples’ Committee at the Pantomime and Christmas Party

by | 27 January 2026 | Latest ELMC News | 0 Comments

On a cold December lunchtime Julie, Karen, and four other YPC committee members stood under the canopy of the 20 Stories restaurant at the junction of Quay Street and Byrom Street. Why? Their mission. To meet the families supported by the MCF / ELMC and allocate them...
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Tony the T-Rex

by | 23 January 2026 | Hewlett Court News and Events | 0 Comments

We had a special visitor at Thirsty Thursday and Friday Club on 22nd and 23rd January. Tony the T-Rex stopped by and brought plenty of laughs!
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Mahdlo Youth Zone grant from the ELMC

by | 15 January 2026 | Latest ELMC News | 0 Comments

(Shaunnine Jones receiving a ELMC plaque from the Eastern Area Charity Steward) In 2025, Mahdlo Youth Zone received a grant from the ELMC Grant making committee, for the sum of £3,307.57 to help with creating and furnishing of an Intervention room and calming /...
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New Years Day!

by | 1 January 2026 | Hewlett Court News and Events | 0 Comments

What a truly lovely day we had welcoming in the New Year on New Years Day! The ladies and gents enjoyed a delicious cooked breakfast with Bucks Fizz on arrival, followed by a few fun games and relaxing time in the lounge with staff, complete with Baileys or Brandy...
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Rainbow New Years Eve Party!

by | 31 December 2025 | Hewlett Court News and Events | 0 Comments

The ladies, gents, and staff had an incredible time welcoming in 2026 at our Rainbow New Year’s Eve party — and what a party it was! With a great variety of refreshments and fun-filled games, including Pass the Parcel and Guess the Song, there were plenty of laughs...
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