Old Dovorian Lodge 5647

08/03/2026

Facebook tried to access my payment information so I realize this is for real.
I'm Opting Out too!
So now they are doing it, just announced on Channel 4 News. Facebook is charging all users starting Monday. You can do an opt-out by doing this. Hold your finger over this message and copy it. It can’t be shared. I do not give permission for Facebook to charge $4.99 a month to my account, also; all my pictures are my property of mine and NOT Facebook's!!! Opt-out Special thanks to Larry for this legal advice… and to Tim Barker for posting this information:
Due to the fact everyone is slowly getting hi-jacked, yeah hi-jacked not hacked, they're flat out hi-jacking our accounts, even more now.
Just in case Notice: An attorney advised us to post this. The violation of privacy can be punished by law. NOTE: Facebook Meta is now a public entity. All members must post a note like this. If you do not publish a statement at least once, it will be technically understood that you are allowing the use of your photos, as well as the information contained in your profile status updates.
I HEREBY STATE THAT I DO NOT GIVE FACEBOOK META MY PERMISSION TO USE ANY OF MY PERSONAL DATA OR PHOTOS.
Copy and paste, do not share. I am getting more sales ad posts than friends' posts. Hold your finger anywhere in this post and click ′′ copy ". Go to your page where it says "What's on your mind." Tap your finger anywhere in the blank field. Click paste. This upgrades the system.

04/02/2026

On 28 January, the Worshipful Master of the Old Dovorian Lodge, W. Bro Robert McAlpin (M71–76), and the Lodge’s Director of Ceremonies, W. Bro Sqn Ldr (Ret’d) Budgie Sargent (M70–75), had the privilege of welcoming Jilly Carrell, founder of Beyond the Wire, and Fiona Walker, Director of Communications, to the RAF Club in London.

During this special meeting, the Old Dovorian Lodge proudly presented a £1,500 donation from the Master’s 2025/26 Charity List.

Beyond the Wire is a young but extraordinary charity dedicated to supporting the families of service personnel who have passed away in service. Their mission is simple yet profound: no bereaved military family should ever feel forgotten or alone. Their values resonate deeply with our Lodge’s and Dover College’s long-standing ties to the armed and reserve forces.

Our contribution will help fund their pioneering online Bereavement Hub — the first of its kind in the UK — bringing vital information and support together in one place, and strengthening research into bereavement care across the Armed Forces community.

We are honoured to stand with an organisation whose compassion and purpose make a real difference when it matters most”.

04/02/2026

On 28 January, the Worshipful Master of the Old Dovorian Lodge, W. Bro Robert McAlpin (M71–76), and the Lodge's Director of Ceremonies, W. Bro Sqn Ldr (Ret’d) Budgie Sargent (M70–75), had the privilege of welcoming Jilly Carrell, founder of Beyond the Wire, and Fiona Walker, Director of Communications, to the RAF Club in London.

During this special meeting, the Old Dovorian Lodge proudly presented a £1,500 donation from the Master’s 2025/26 Charity List.

Beyond the Wire is a young but extraordinary charity dedicated to supporting the families of service personnel who have passed away in service. Their mission is simple yet profound: no bereaved military family should ever feel forgotten or alone. Their values resonate deeply with our Lodge’s and Dover College’s long-standing ties to the armed and reserve forces.

Our contribution will help fund their pioneering online Bereavement Hub — the first of its kind in the UK — bringing vital information and support together in one place, and strengthening research into bereavement care across the Armed Forces community.

We are honoured to stand with an organisation whose compassion and purpose make a real difference when it matters most".

16/01/2026

15/01/2026

The Old Dovorian Lodge is proud to begin 2026 with our Installation Meeting on Tuesday 3rd February at Freemasons’ Hall, London.

We will be continuing the evening with a convivial dinner at the Civil Service Club, and we would be delighted to welcome Old Dovorians and friends who wish to join us.

If you’d like more information—or if you are interested in attending the meeting and dinner—please contact the Lodge Secretary at [email protected]. We are always pleased to hear from prospective visitors and members, as well those who wish to get involved with the Lodge.

06/12/2025

Seasonal Greetings to all our followers, Members, Members of Staff, past and present, pupils and parents of Dover College

06/12/2025

Seasonal Greetings to all our followers, Members, Members of Staff, past and present, pupils and parents of Dover College

06/12/2025

This week, the Old Dovorian Lodge held its 351st meeting at Freemasons’ Hall in London — and it turned out to be a truly special evening.
Not only did we welcome a brand new member into the Lodge (our first initiation in six years!), but members also approved a £1,500 donation from the Master’s 2025/26 Charity List to Beyond the Wire — a remarkable charity supporting families of service personnel who have died in service.
Beyond the Wire is working to ensure that no bereaved military family feels forgotten or alone. Their new online Bereavement Hub will offer connection, care, and guidance to those who need it most, and we are proud that our donation will help bring this important project to life.
The Bereavement Hub will be essentially a one stop shop, with all the information in one place, thereby creating the first of its kind in the UK.
With ’s long history of service and connection to the and reserve forces, supporting this charity felt not only appropriate but deeply meaningful.
A small donation can make a big difference — and we are honoured to play our part.

03/12/2025

Exciting news from the Old Dovorian Lodge 5647! Yesterday evening, after six years, we proudly held our first initiation, welcoming a new brother into the fold. Our lodge’s VO was there to greet him, along with 15 other brothers who shared in this special moment.

We also had the pleasure of reading an application for a new joining member!

During the meeting the members also approved a donation of £1,500 to charity, a small charity that looks after families of service personnel who have passed away in service.

To top it all off, we headed over to the Civil Service Club for a delightful Christmas-themed festive board. Here’s to new beginnings and cherished traditions! 🎉

03/12/2025

🌟 Exciting news from the Old Dovorian Lodge 5647! After six years we proudly held our first initiation, welcoming a new brother into the fold. Our lodge’s VO was there to greet him, along with 15 other brothers who shared in this special moment.

We also had the pleasure of reading an application for a new joining member!

During the meeting the members also approved a donation of £1,500 to charity, a small charity that looks after families of service personnel who have passed away in service.

To top it all off, we headed over to the Civil Service Club for a delightful Christmas-themed festive board. Here’s to new beginnings and cherished traditions! 🎉