Join Andy and Chris on a journey through to heart of the Derbyshire Freemasons community. This podcast celebrates the spirit of togetherness and the collective efforts that strengthen our bonds and our society.
Listen in as we discuss initiatives, share experiences, and highlight the contributions of our members to local projects and charities.
‘The Derbyshire Freemasons’ Podcast’ is more than just a podcast—it’s a testament to the power of unity and the shared commitment to making a positive difference in the world around us.
For more information about Freemasonry in Derbyshire, visit https://www.derbyshiremason.org/
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In this episode of The Derbyshire Freemasons' Podcast, we sit down with Steve Gough to explore what goes into creating our annual Yearbook, from gathering the information and keeping it accurate to bringing it together into the publication that Brethren and Companions rely on all year.
We also look at the special events that shape the Derbyshire Masonic calendar, the thinking behind them, and what it takes to bring them to life.
One date stands out this year. The Province of Derbyshire has been invited to host the national Masonic Remembrance Event at the National Memorial Arboretum, a significant honour and a fitting moment to reflect on service, remembrance and fellowship. Steve shares what this means for the Province and how Derbyshire Freemasons can be part of it.
Whether you have never opened the Yearbook or consult with it every week, this conversation offers a look behind the scenes at the work that keeps our Province up to date and well connected.
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3 Aug 2026
Preserving Our Past, Inspiring Our Future
In this episode of The Derbyshire Freemasons Podcast, Chris is joined by Dr John Wade at Dore Freemasons' Hall for a fascinating conversation about a lifetime in Freemasonry, the importance of preserving our heritage, and why every Lodge and Chapter has a story worth telling.
John reflects on his own Masonic journey, sharing the experiences, friendships, and lessons that have shaped his time in the Craft. Along the way, he discusses the value of understanding where we've come from, not simply to celebrate the past, but to help inform and inspire the future.
The conversation explores the importance of recording our Masonic histories before they are lost. From Lodge records and personal recollections to photographs, traditions, and local stories, John explains why documenting our heritage is a responsibility shared by every generation of Freemasons.
Chris and John also discuss John's work on a significant upcoming milestone for Derbyshire Freemasonry, and the research, dedication, and collaboration involved in ensuring this important chapter of the Province's history is recorded and celebrated for future generations.
This episode is a reminder that Freemasonry is built not only on ritual and tradition, but also on the lives of the people who have shaped it. By preserving their stories today, we leave a lasting legacy for those who will follow tomorrow.
Whether you're interested in Masonic history, passionate about your Lodge's heritage, or simply enjoy hearing the stories that make our Province unique, this is an episode not to be missed.
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1 Jun 2026
Worth the Work
Some Freemasons are drawn to the fellowship. Some to the philosophy. Marcus Shufflebottom was drawn to the ritual - and Derbyshire Freemasonry is better for it.
In this episode, Chris sits down with Marcus to explore a genuine passion for the working of Masonic ritual: what it demands, what it gives back, and why it matters more than many of us pause to consider. It’s a conversation about passion in the truest sense - the hours of preparation, the pursuit of precision, and the quiet satisfaction of a ceremony delivered well.
Marcus has been a driving force behind Derbyshire’s lecture festivals in recent years, events that have brought Brothers together not simply to observe, but to engage with the deeper substance of what Freemasonry teaches. And this year, that vision extended into the Royal Arch - with the first ever Derbyshire Royal Arch Lecture Festival marking a landmark moment for the Province.
They talk about how that came together, and why investing time in ritual is ultimately an investment in all the people who experience it.
Thoughtful, warm, and quietly inspiring - this one is for every Mason who has ever wondered whether the words really matter.
They do.
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