Abingdon Freemasons

12/04/2026

A week after the Monk was finally installed it was lovely to hear about members of the public thanking us for a job well done.
Please remember you don’t need to wait to be asked to join us, please hit both the links, speak to Members of the lodges and decide what sits best with you, your family and working life.
We’d love to meet you and get you engaged with our work.

11/04/2026

Come see us at the Abingdon Clubs & Societies Day. We'll be here 10am - 2pm.

07/04/2026

A lovely post by the Mayor of Abingdon on Thames

I hope everyone had a peaceful and joyful Easter.

At a time when there is so much happening around the world, Easter reminds us to pause, reflect, and focus on hope, kindness, and new beginnings. It is a moment to reflect on what Easter means to each of us, and how we can carry forward positivity, compassion, and care — both in our own lives and within our community.

This Easter also brought a wonderful example of community spirit here in Abingdon. I was proud to support our local Freemasons, whose vision and dedication have brought to life the beautifully crafted Abingdon Monk at the roundabout.

This remarkable piece, carved from a single tree trunk by the talented craftsman Mike Burger, stands as a symbol of heritage, care, and pride in our town. It reflects not only creativity and generosity, but also the commitment of the Freemasons to give back and support our community.

It was a pleasure to join the gathering on Easter morning alongside distinguished guests, including the Provincial Deputy Grand Master, Mark Heppelthwaite and the High Sheriff of Oxfordshire, John May CVO OBE DL, to recognise this meaningful contribution. This project is a true gift to Abingdon — a reminder of what can be achieved when people come together with purpose, generosity, and community at heart.

05/04/2026

It was an honour to have the High Sheriff of Oxfordshire at the unveiling of the new monk.

There are some things that probably shouldn’t matter - and yet somehow do.

This morning, at 9.30am on Easter Sunday, I joined a small group (including the Mayor of Abingdon and local Freemasons) to unveil the new monk on the Marcham Road roundabout in Abingdon.

It must have looked a slightly odd scene - a cluster of us in high-vis, timing our dash across the traffic - but it marked the return of a much-loved local character.
The original monk, carved from a single tree trunk, had stood there for years as a quiet nod to Abingdon’s Abbey heritage. Weather and time finally caught up with him, and for a while the roundabout felt strangely empty.

Today, thanks to a community effort led by local Freemasons and the craftsmanship of Mike Burgess, a new monk stands in his place - this time built to last.
It’s a small thing. But it speaks to pride of place, to continuity, and perhaps - on Easter morning - to renewal.

05/04/2026

Full video of the Abingdon Abbot installation now available online thanks for local videographer Paul Goddard. Check it out on Youtube.

https://youtu.be/mSwe53LTVCw?si=FJxgDS4tf70E7--4

05/04/2026

04/04/2026

Keep an eye on the Roundabout this weekend...

Return of the monk!

05/10/2023

Great event this Saturday with lots of beer and music. Book in using this link.

https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/berkshire/the-flavell-sindlesham-court/oktoberfest/e-zqvgjg?fbclid=IwAR3MuB6KrvfUxwHk3B_-hruIrJI1v_tIWuInnrWpnSLc-Wdyi0oz56es4tU

Tickets are now available for Oktoberfest at The Flavell, Sindlesham Court, on Saturday 7th October 2023. Click the link for further information and to secure your tickets now!

06/05/2023

On behalf of all Freemasons, we pledge our continued loyalty to His Majesty King Charles III.

God Save the King 👑🇬🇧