5 May 1926
The Warrant is granted
The Warrant for Unity Lodge No. 4841 was granted by the Duke of Connaught and Strathearn, Grand Master.
Our History
A Lodge born from over a century since its founding
Unity Lodge No. 4841 was formed in 1926 and carries a distinctive heritage, and a long connection with Derby Freemasonry.
From the Lodge history booklet
Preserving the story of Unity Lodge
The history of Unity Lodge begins with the granting of its Warrant on 5 May 1926. The Lodge was consecrated later that year, on 8 October 1926, at the Masonic Hall, Gower Street, Derby.
The Lodge’s origins are closely linked with Derby, reflecting the town’s important role in the development of Freemasonry in the region.
Timeline
Key moments in the Lodge story
8 October 1926
Consecration at Gower Street
The Constitution and Consecration of Unity Lodge took place at the Masonic Hall, Gower Street, Derby.
1939–1945
Second World War
1951
Coronation of the queen
1982
Falklands war
1984-1985
Miners strike
2000
millennium
2002
Queen's Golden Jubilee
2020
Covid-19 pandemic
2022
King Charles III coronation
Why Join us
We make every effort to provide each brother with opportunities for personal growth, in the hope that our support and encouragement will enable that growth to carry over into other important areas of his life..
The friendships we make in the Lodge often continue outside it. Most of all, we enjoy our evenings together, which help us put the cares of everyday life into perspective.
An important part of the evening is the friendly banter at the Festive Board once the formalities are over.
The Banner
A rare industrial Lodge banner
The banner reflects the importains of the railway industry at the time of our creation.
Meeting places
From Gower Street to The Grange
Unity Lodge was consecrated at the Masonic Hall, Gower Street, where it held its regular meetings for many years. As Freemasonry grew in Derbyshire, the Gower Street premises became fully used and a new home was sought.
The Grange in Littleover was purchased in 1972 and renovated to include a new Masonic Temple. The keystone from the Gower Street Temple was incorporated into the new building, preserving a link between the old and new homes of Derby Freemasonry.
Following the fire at The Grange in 1990, the building was repaired and improved. Despite the damage, the Temples and main facilities remained usable and Lodge meetings continued.
Special interest
A study by one of our members relating to Derby’s long railway history.
Special interest View the 75-Year History