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Although the lodge began using the building by dispensation on 14th October 1931, it was formally dedicated for Masonic use on 12th May 1934. Designed by a Mr G. Cash and built by a lodge member, William McCormick, for a total cost of £3,537-8s-8d. This distinctive red rusticated brick classical façade is an interesting example of inter-war architecture. The projecting portal centre-piece has an air of grandeur, especially with the flanking globe luminaries on circular section columns. | Although the lodge began using the building by dispensation on 14th October 1931, it was formally dedicated for Masonic use on 12th May 1934. Designed by a Mr G. Cash and built by a lodge member, William McCormick, for a total cost of £3,537-8s-8d. This distinctive red rusticated brick classical façade is an interesting example of inter-war architecture. The projecting portal centre-piece has an air of grandeur, especially with the flanking globe luminaries on circular section columns. | ||
The building is also known as the Masonic Lodge or Masonic Temple. Three lodges each hold a one-third interest in the property: Hadrian Lodge No. 2483 (est. 1893), Bexhill Lodge No. 4898 (est. 1927), and the Royal Sovereign Light Lodge No. 6630 (est. 1947). | The building is also known as the Masonic Lodge or Masonic Temple. Three craft lodges each hold a one-third interest in the property: Hadrian Lodge No. 2483 (est. 1893), Bexhill Lodge No. 4898 (est. 1927), and the Royal Sovereign Light Lodge No. 6630 (est. 1947). | ||
== Gallery == | == Gallery == | ||
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