Re-Building Fund

Although the building was insured and should be able to be re-built within the insurance settlement, the contents and lodge furniture may not be able to be replaced under the contents insurance. Much of the furniture and contents were antiques and will be difficult to replace or have reproduced.

The  pedestals (see opposite) were given to Walden Lodge by it's first Master Joseph Bell in 1869. The full size timber columns supporting the globes at the entrance will probably  be impossible to replace.

It is envisaged that there will be a considerable shortfall on the replacement of the 'Hall' furniture, fixtures and fittings and also on items lost by individual Lodges and side degrees.       

The Re-Building Fund

A fund has been set up by the Hall Association and with the approval of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Essex.

This fund will co-ordinate donations and/or sponsorship for replacement items, for the restoration of the Masonic Hall.

Further details may be obtained at the above address or Email address.