Becoming a Freemason | Tetragon Lodge No 6302

Step one: Getting in touch

Prospective candidates are usually introduced to the Lodge either by existing members or via the University Scheme. Some may also contact us directly via this website. In all cases the application process remains the same and the same three conditions apply:

They must be men of good character (i.e. having committed no crime or offence which we would consider incompatible with being a Freemason).
They must be at least eighteen years of age (although dispensations are required for candidates under the age of twenty-one)
They must profess a belief in a Supreme Being (see FAQ for more details regarding this point).

We also stress that masonry has a cost. Prospective candidates should be aware of this and able to afford it comfortably (though a discount to candidates and members under the age of twenty-five is offered). The treasurer will send prospective candidates a document that fully outlines the cost involved in advance of their initiation. As a rule of thumb, the yearly fee of a typical London Lodge such as Tetragon is somewhere in the region of £150.

Step two: Meeting the members of the Lodge

Prospective candidates are invited to meet some members of the Lodge for informal chats so that we can get a chance to know each other better and can answer any questions regarding freemasonry in general and the lodge in particular. On the one hand, it enables the lodge to set out the expectations it has of its members (and those of masonry more widely); on the other, it gives the prospective candidate the chance to see if a) freemasonry is for them and b) the particular lodge is one that they wish to be a part of.

Step three: Submitting an application form

After a number of informal interviews and chats the prospective candidate may decide to join the Lodge. This is a personal decision which has to be taken freely and therefore Freemasons will never ask anyone to join.

The candidate for Initiation has to fill in and submit a rather simple form which is read out during a regular lodge meeting. They also require a proposer and seconder into the lodge. While for some, there might be obvious choice (a friend who is already in the lodge for instance), in cases where you might not already know people in the lodge, members who they have got to know over the course of previous meetings are usually happy to act in these capacities.

Once this process is completed, the Candidate can be initiated at any subsequent regular meeting of the Lodge.

When and where were you initiated?

I started the process of becoming a member in 2010 and was looking for a young, London-based Lodge to join. Tetragon was therefore a natural choice.

Joan C.

In 1983 in Southend-on-Sea Lodge

Jules S.

I joined Freemasonry in Morocco, in 2005

Franck H. (49)

I was initiated into Tetragon Lodge in September 2015 at Freemason's Hall in Great Queen Street, London.

Matthew J.

I was initiated Jan 2010 at Rochford Masonic Hall, in Eastwoodbury Lodge 7922 in the Province of Essex.

Richard (73)

What do you like about Tetragon?

I love Tetragon because above all it is a friendly, fun and inclusive lodge.

Joan C.

It's a happy group of people enjoying themselves. Dynamic and excellent to be a part of.

Jules S.

I love Tetragon because whilst working very seriously we don’t take ourselves seriously. The quality of the ritual is superb and the camaraderie fabulous.

Franck H. (49)

Tetragon is a great lodge to be a part of and really does live up to the tenets and promises of Freemasonry. The welcome that visitors and new initiates receive is outstanding, and the brethren are warm, friendly, fun-loving and revel in the social and charitable aspect of Freemasonry, particularly supporting local pubs and breweries!

Matthew J.

I first visited Tetragon as a guest of Julian who introduced me to Easywoodbury Lodge, Then became a joining member, I like the ethos of Tetragon with a great mixture of professions.

Richard (73)

What did Freemasonry bring you?

The practice of Freemasonry is very diverse and flexible. It can bring different things at different points in life, from a strong social and fraternal society to a place where one can learn. Members are free to do as little or as much of what they like.

Joan C.

A deeper interest in, and understanding of fraternalism and the spiritual aspects that can accompany it.

Jules S.

Freemasonry brought me new friends, challenges and questions. I am quite passionate about learning its history for instance. When I moved to the UK I found warmth and kindness from total strangers.

Franck H. (49)

Freemasonry introduced me to a new group of friends from all walks of life that I would never have met otherwise, and the sense of belonging to an ancient, proud fraternity is something that fills me with pride.

Matthew J.

Freemasonry to me is a search for inner self.

Richard (73)