Two Freemasons in regalia shaking hands in the Chipstead Lodge room, behind the lodge's embroidered cushion

Chipstead Lodge No. 5463

Freemasonry in Redhill. Four evenings a year.

Make time for friendship, learning and giving back.

Meet men from different backgrounds as equals.

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Men aged 18+A belief in a Supreme Being is required
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Meetings in RedhillPractice evenings in Horley
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4 meetings a yearPlus optional Thursday evenings
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Around £300 a yearMeals included. First-year extras apply.

Start with the practical questions

Could this fit into your life?

What does it cost?Around £300 a year. Meals included. Understand the first-year extras.What is an evening like?Arrival, the meeting and dinner. What is open to guests.Where would I go?The Redhill venue, meeting dates and Horley practice evenings.

See how joining works or ask Ben a question.

Five Chipstead Lodge members seated together at a table after a meeting
Time together after a lodge meeting.

Our lodge

A Surrey lodge.
A tradition shared since 1934.

Chipstead Lodge was founded in 1934 and meets at the Nutfield Centre in Redhill. We are part of the United Grand Lodge of England and welcome enquiries from men of different backgrounds.

Meet on equal terms

Men of different faiths, ages and professions meet with equal respect. Working together and sharing a meal give friendships time to grow.

Chipstead Lodge members standing together in the lodge room, wearing a range of blue and white regalia
A meeting evening at Chipstead Lodge.

Our history

A lodge with roots in Surrey

Chipstead Lodge began with twelve friends at Chipstead Golf Club and was consecrated in 1934. We have met in Redhill since 1987.

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Chipstead Lodge No. 5463 crest, with its blue and gold shield and May 1934 consecration ribbon
The Chipstead Lodge crest

Why join

What membership makes room for

Friendship across backgrounds

Men of different ages, faiths and professions meet on equal terms. Regular meetings and meals give those friendships room to grow.

Learning with support

There are ceremonies to learn and responsibilities to practise. Experienced members help new members find their feet.

Giving something back

Charitable giving is part of lodge life. The lodge supports good causes, while individual donations are always a personal choice.

Joining the lodge

A clear path, at your own pace

You do not need to know a member before enquiring. A conversation comes first.

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Ask a question

Contact Ben privately, with no obligation to apply.

2

Meet members

Get to know us informally and ask what matters to you.

3

Apply

If you wish to continue, we will explain the application process.

4

Join the lodge

Once approved, your membership begins with an initiation ceremony.

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Common questions

Questions before you decide

Is Freemasonry a religion?
No. Freemasonry requires a belief in a Supreme Being but is not itself a religion and does not promote a particular faith. Men of different faiths can join. Religion and politics are not discussed in lodge meetings.
What happens at a meeting?
An evening includes a formal lodge meeting followed by dinner, called the Festive Board. The meeting is for Freemasons; Ben can arrange an informal introduction if you are curious. See an evening explained.
Is it a secret society?
No. We are open about who we are, where we meet and our charitable work. The ceremonies themselves are private so that each new member can experience them for himself.
Will I fit in if I am younger?
You can enquire from age 18. Members come from different generations and backgrounds. An informal conversation will help you decide whether the people and meeting times suit you.
How much time will it take?
There are four regular meetings a year. Practice evenings and officer responsibilities are optional and can add time. Ben can explain what the commitment would mean for you. See meeting details.
Can women join Freemasonry?
Chipstead Lodge is a men's lodge under UGLE. Women interested in Freemasonry can contact the Order of Women Freemasons or Freemasonry for Women.

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Where we meet

Four evenings a year in Redhill

Our regular meetings are held at the Nutfield Centre, Nutfield Road, Redhill RH1 4ED. There are optional practice evenings in Horley during the Masonic season.

These are members' meetings. Ask Ben a question before visiting so that we can arrange a suitable introduction.

See dates and directions

Ask Ben a question

A quiet question.
A personal reply.

Ben Rogers, Membership Officer, is your first contact at Chipstead Lodge. Ask about the cost, the time involved, visiting, or whether Freemasonry could be for you.

Ben RogersMembership Officer · Chipstead Lodge No. 5463

Ben will reply within 48 hours. You can then decide whether a phone call, coffee or another informal introduction would help. Sending this form is an enquiry, with no obligation to apply.

Private enquiry / Reply within 48 hours / No obligation

Your enquiry goes to Ben Rogers, Membership Officer. Your details are used to respond to your enquiry, and are not added to a marketing mailing list.

Explore further

Take your time

For a wider introduction to Freemasonry, these official sources are a good place to start.

Read the UGLE guide Watch the official film Explore Surrey Freemasons