Vectis Services Lodge No. 9969

Today is our regular meeting, the first outing of the new team. It’s also the anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar when the Royal Navy under Admiral Lord Nelson, defeated the combined fleets of France and Spain, effectively scuppering Emperor Napoleon’s plans to invade Britain.

Busy day at VSL. Lodge open at 10:30, Past Masters Passed Bro Neil Middlehurst to the degree of a Fellow Craft. At 12:00, Lodge regular officers initiated Mr Dale Hillier. Bro Chris Bartlett was elected Master for the ensuing year. Lively festive board with a superb curry.

A very special day Saturday 20th May. Parade 10:30hrs, Passing Bro. Neil Middlehurst RN rtd. 12:00hrs, Initiation Mr. Dale Hillier RN rtd. 14:00hrs, Pusser' Rum Tub & Festive Board Curry.

Fantastic day at VSL today. PGM @jw_hamble dedicated our Lodge banner and presented the Lodge our Festival Silver award. We dedicated our honours board and became members of the Circuit of Service Lodges. A lively festive board enjoyed by all the brethren present.

Today is our Banner Dedication,. Be on parade 12:00hrs, a shine on your shoes, a crease in your trousers, a smile on your face. We welcome PGM @jw_hamble , @BillStarkey1705 ,@HantsMason DEFEND -SAVE -SERVE

16th March 2019 Vectis Services were consecrated, HAPPY ANNIVERSARY to us! This Saturday is our Banner Dedication Ceremony, we will welcome our PGM @jw_hamble and @HantsMason to Ryde for another special day DEFEND-SAVE-SERVE

Busy @VSL9969 yesterday. VO presented GL Cert to Bro Ian Ward. 4 brethren balloted & welcomed as joining members. Initiation, Rupert Barrett,ex fireman. MCF2027 Festival Bronze certificate presentation. Lively festive board, a Mexican flavour, food, sombrero's & poncho's.

Fantastic afternoon of Masonry at VSL9969. Bros Andy Hookey and Daniel Winter were Passed to the 2nd Degree by our WM and team of officers on their first outing since Installation last month. Photo of Bro Andy and Bro Danny with the WM and team who conducted the ceremony.

Double Passing Ceremony 12:00hrs today. First ceremony for our recently installed Master and his officers. There will be a full parade. Ensure you are pressed and polished, regalia smart. Parade early for 10:00hrs rehearsal. Defend Save Serve

A wonderful day yesterday at Vectis Services Lodge for the Installation of W.Bro. Arthur Niblett as W.M. together with the appointment and investing of officers of the lodge. Many visitors enjoyed a splendid and lively festive board. The usual banter was very much in evidence.

@PaulDavies17 Looking forward to seeing you with us Paul

Looking forward to a day out on the Island @VSL9969 , always a great day and always made to feel very welcome 🍷

Tomorrow, 12:00hrs parading for the Installation of our new WM and investing of his officers. Look out for pictures later in the afternoon. This will be memorable and lively meeting with due respect being paid in recognition of the loss of "The Boss"

God Save the Queen

Today is Armed Forces Day, we show support to all our service men and women, present & past. There are many events around the country including here on the Island. Vectis Services Lodge 9969 are holding an Armed Forces Day Dinner, to raise funds for the Veterans Hub at Ryde.

Armed Forces Day and Head of @HantsMason @jw_hamble signs the Armed Forces Covenant in Winchester's historic Great Hall. Pledging continued support for all military personnel and veterans the Covenant was co-signed with @LeoDochertyUK Minister for Defence People & Veterans.

Today members of VSL paid their respects to Veterans of the Falklands War at a ceremony in Newport. Our Primus Master WBro David Hilton MBE, laid a wreath on behalf of the Lodge. Defend Save Serve

Today, we celebrate the beginning of Her Majesty The Queen’s historic Platinum Jubilee Weekend. We thank Her Majesty for 70 years of dedication and service to the Nation & Commonwealth. God Save the Queen!