Events & Photographs
PM James Bell Celebration Dinner
21/04/2023
The Lodge held a dinner for PM Jim Bell to acknowledge and celebrate the extraordinary achievement of becoming the RWPGM of Ayrshire.
As well as brethren of 1060, the evening was enhanced with the presence of three good friends of the Lodge and Past Provincial Grand Masters of Ayrshire, Bros Billy Steel, Robert Little and Archie Chalmers.
PM Robert McLaughlan put a lot of background work into the evening and the theme was ‘This is your life, Jim Bell’. It was great to listen to the Brethren’s stories from Jim’s past and his journey through life and freemasonry. It was clear to see the positive impact Jim has had on so many people along the way.
The Lodge presented Jim with a Dinner Jewel as a token of our appreciation, and I’m sure will be a pleasant reminder of 1060 when he is out and about on his journeys.
As for the meal, to all the brethren involved in setting up the Lodge, preparing and serving the meal, tidying up afterwards, give yourselves a pat on the back as it was first class and the evening wouldn’t have been the same without your efforts.
The Lodge held a dinner for PM Jim Bell to acknowledge and celebrate the extraordinary achievement of becoming the RWPGM of Ayrshire.
As well as brethren of 1060, the evening was enhanced with the presence of three good friends of the Lodge and Past Provincial Grand Masters of Ayrshire, Bros Billy Steel, Robert Little and Archie Chalmers.
PM Robert McLaughlan put a lot of background work into the evening and the theme was ‘This is your life, Jim Bell’. It was great to listen to the Brethren’s stories from Jim’s past and his journey through life and freemasonry. It was clear to see the positive impact Jim has had on so many people along the way.
The Lodge presented Jim with a Dinner Jewel as a token of our appreciation, and I’m sure will be a pleasant reminder of 1060 when he is out and about on his journeys.
As for the meal, to all the brethren involved in setting up the Lodge, preparing and serving the meal, tidying up afterwards, give yourselves a pat on the back as it was first class and the evening wouldn’t have been the same without your efforts.
2023 Burns Supper
Another superb Burns Supper from the very start until the wee hours.
It’s always great to see the Lodge busy with so many guests, hopefully we can do it all again in 2024.
Master of Ceremonies - Robert McLauchlan
Piper – Jim Harper
Address the Haggis - George Reynolds
Henchman – William Main Grace – Alexander Cairnduff
The Immortal Memory - Hugh McNeillie
Songs and entertainment - Jim McDonald
Toast to the Lassies - Cameron Bell
Reply – Helen Smith
Tam O’Shanter - Thomas Coulter
A big thanks must also go out to the bar staff, caterers and helpers on the night, everyone played their part to support the Lodge and make the evening the success it was 🤝
It’s always great to see the Lodge busy with so many guests, hopefully we can do it all again in 2024.
Master of Ceremonies - Robert McLauchlan
Piper – Jim Harper
Address the Haggis - George Reynolds
Henchman – William Main Grace – Alexander Cairnduff
The Immortal Memory - Hugh McNeillie
Songs and entertainment - Jim McDonald
Toast to the Lassies - Cameron Bell
Reply – Helen Smith
Tam O’Shanter - Thomas Coulter
A big thanks must also go out to the bar staff, caterers and helpers on the night, everyone played their part to support the Lodge and make the evening the success it was 🤝
2020 Lockdown Movember Charity Challenge
Congratulations to Bro. William Main, winner of the challenge.
This was a great bit of fun and helped keep spirits up and the ‘banter’ flowing. All proceeds will be donated to a local charity of Williams choice.
Congratulations to Bro. William Main, winner of the challenge.
This was a great bit of fun and helped keep spirits up and the ‘banter’ flowing. All proceeds will be donated to a local charity of Williams choice.
"1000 and still counting"
RWPGM Bro Robert Little wore his regalia for the 1000th time on Thursday 28 December 2017. Lodge Prestwick 1060's newest Honorary member along with a large number of Provincial office-bearers was warmly welcomed by the members and a great number of visiting brethren. After witnessing a new member being made an Entered Apprentice Bro Robert was presented with a cake to mark this fantastic achievement. 1060's other Honorary member Bro Adam Cunningham made a very appropriate speech and congratulated Robert on behalf of all the brethren.
Photos courtesy of Bro Jim Bell.
Right Worshipful Substitute Grand Master visit.
The Right Worshipful Substitute Grand Master Brother George Kelly came along to the regular meeting on 8 April 2015. He was accompanied by Brother James Bell Right Worshipful Grand Treasurer, acting DOC, and the Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master of Ayrshire Robert Little.
Brother George was a regular visitor to Lodge Prestwick 1060 during the five years that he lived in Monkton and he wished to formally thank the brethren for the fraternal friendship he enjoyed in their company.
The evening was made even more special as the RWM Mark Bicker initiated his son Steven into the lodge.
Brother George was a regular visitor to Lodge Prestwick 1060 during the five years that he lived in Monkton and he wished to formally thank the brethren for the fraternal friendship he enjoyed in their company.
The evening was made even more special as the RWM Mark Bicker initiated his son Steven into the lodge.
RWM Bro. Mark Bicker took part in the Reigning Masters degree held at 1212 in January 2015
THE PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE OF AYRSHIRE BOWLING COMPETITION
The Finals of the PGLA Rinks Bowling Tournament was played at Annbank Bowling Green on 1 September 2012. 12 Teams took part in the second round with a team from Lodge Boswell St. James No.1011 runners up and a team from Lodge Prestwick No.1060 winning on the last end. The 1011 team comprised of William Devlin, Jim Dobbie, Hugh Robertson and Skip George Devlin. The 1060 team was John Trousdale, Bobby Pollock, Ian Innes and Skip Donald Little. The prizes were sponsored by Roy Redmond, Lodge Ayr St. Paul No.204.
Photograph by Stewart Cruickshank
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The John Ralston Memorial Bowling Competition 2012
The third John Ralston Memorial bowling competition was held during May with Freemasons and their friends from Ayrshire and beyond taking part. The tournament raised £800.00 which, at the request of John’s widow Sadie, was presented to Dylan Duff from Kilmarnock. Dylan, who will be three years old in August, suffers from a very rare form of cancer for which he receives regular treatment.
Dylan’s parents brought him along to Riccarton Bowling Club to receive the cheque from Bro. Gordon Homer, the R.W.M. of Lodge St.Clement No 202.
Event organizer Bro. John Oliver said “We are very grateful for the support given to this game held in John’s honour and thank all the brethren for their generosity”.
The photograph shows Dylan, his parents Gavin and Stacey, along with Brothers Gordon and John.
The winners, from Lodge Prestwick 1060, were Drew Rankin, Don Sharp, Ronnie Munroe and Archie Patrick.
The runners up, also from 1060, were David Philips, Jim Miller, John Bryson and George Aitken.
Winning skip Archie (the pen) Patrick said “This tournament is very special to 1060 as John Ralston was an Honoury Member of our lodge where he is still fondly remembered by all who knew him”.
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The third John Ralston Memorial bowling competition was held during May with Freemasons and their friends from Ayrshire and beyond taking part. The tournament raised £800.00 which, at the request of John’s widow Sadie, was presented to Dylan Duff from Kilmarnock. Dylan, who will be three years old in August, suffers from a very rare form of cancer for which he receives regular treatment.
Dylan’s parents brought him along to Riccarton Bowling Club to receive the cheque from Bro. Gordon Homer, the R.W.M. of Lodge St.Clement No 202.
Event organizer Bro. John Oliver said “We are very grateful for the support given to this game held in John’s honour and thank all the brethren for their generosity”.
The photograph shows Dylan, his parents Gavin and Stacey, along with Brothers Gordon and John.
The winners, from Lodge Prestwick 1060, were Drew Rankin, Don Sharp, Ronnie Munroe and Archie Patrick.
The runners up, also from 1060, were David Philips, Jim Miller, John Bryson and George Aitken.
Winning skip Archie (the pen) Patrick said “This tournament is very special to 1060 as John Ralston was an Honoury Member of our lodge where he is still fondly remembered by all who knew him”.
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John Bryson, David Philips & George Aitken win the 2012 Triples
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1060 win the PGLA Annual Indoor Bowling
On Sunday 12 February 2012 at The Ambassador Indoor Bowling in Prestwick, the PGLA Annual Indoor Bowling competition, sponsored by Gordon Middleton and Patrick & Thomson Building Supplies Ltd., was won by Prestwick 1060. The runners up were Tarbolton (Kilwinning) St James 135.
The winning rink were Skip John Keir, John Dillet, Jim McKean and Jim Bauldie.
Prizes were presented by the RWPGM Bro. Archie Chalmers and the competition was organized by PSPGM Bro. Archie Patrick.
On Sunday 12 February 2012 at The Ambassador Indoor Bowling in Prestwick, the PGLA Annual Indoor Bowling competition, sponsored by Gordon Middleton and Patrick & Thomson Building Supplies Ltd., was won by Prestwick 1060. The runners up were Tarbolton (Kilwinning) St James 135.
The winning rink were Skip John Keir, John Dillet, Jim McKean and Jim Bauldie.
Prizes were presented by the RWPGM Bro. Archie Chalmers and the competition was organized by PSPGM Bro. Archie Patrick.
On Thursday 26 January 2012 the RWM Willie Harper received a deputation from the P.G. Lodge of Ayrshire headed by the RWPGM Archie Chalmers into the lodge. A further deputation from our sister lodge Wallace St. Hugh No. 1212 headed by their RWM Willie Crate entered the lodge and claimed the Travelling Mallet.
After the conclusion of the business Bro. Archie gave a short and interesting lecture on Freemasonry. This was followed by a Talk, including photographs and videos, about all aspects of the R.N.L.I. by the RWM of Girvan St. John’s No. 237 Bro. Robert McMaster, who is the Coxswain of Girvan lifeboat.
In order to show our appreciation Bro. Willie presented Bro. Robert with a cheque for £100.00 towards R.N.L.I. funds.
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The annual bowling match between Prestwick Bowling Club and Lodge Prestwick 1060 on Saturday 27 August 2011 at Midton Road raised a total of £1060 on behalf of the Oncology Unit at Ayr Hospital.
The support from our members and friends was greatly appreciated and the donations of raffle prizes helped to swell the proceeds.
Troon Walk 2011
The annual sponsored walk from Troon to Prestwick took place on Sunday 19 June 2011. Only three made it on the day due to other commitments. Brother Roddy Macleod walked during the week previous and Brother Jamie Walker the week after. Once again we had a great response from our very generous supporters and a total of £1162.00 was raised. Please check out the "Presentations page".
The photograph from left to right is Bro. Secretary John Swiatek, Bro. John Trousdale PM and joint founder of the walk and Bro. Alex Whannel Treasurer.
The photograph from left to right is Bro. Secretary John Swiatek, Bro. John Trousdale PM and joint founder of the walk and Bro. Alex Whannel Treasurer.
PGL Quiz 2011
1060 have won the Annual PGL Quiz held on 14 May in Barr Castle Social Club.
The "Maggie Mays" included R.W.M. Phil Radwell, his wife Margaret and Treasurer Alex Whannel and his wife Evelyn.
The night was hosted by DPGM Robert Little with RWM Liam Stewart asking the questions.
PGM Archie Chalmers presented the cup to Bro. Phil.
"Land of Burns Salver"
On Sunday 17 April 2011 a new PGL singles golf competition took place at Ballochmyle Golf Club. The competition was organised by Bro. Milton Fleming of Cumnock 230 assisted by Bros. Jim Davidson and John Shirkie Of Tarbolton 135.
The photograph shows PM Robert McLauchlan modestly accepting the silverware from PGM Archie Chalmers. Also in the photograph are Milton and Robert Little DPGM.
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The photograph shows PM Robert McLauchlan modestly accepting the silverware from PGM Archie Chalmers. Also in the photograph are Milton and Robert Little DPGM.
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Strawberry Hill No 946
On the weekend 18th and 19th February, Brother Treasurer Alex Whannel and Brother Robert Whannel accompanied by their wives, represented the Lodge at Strawberry Hill Lodge No 946 Ladies’ Festival at Bournemouth.
They were made most welcome by their hosts Worshipful Master Brother Fred Galbraith and his wife Carole.
Friday evening dinner was followed by a ceilidh and Saturday was a “Black Tie Dinner and Dance”.
Fundraising activities over the weekend were for the benefit of the Haemophilia Society.
( The photograph shows Bros. Robert and Alex along with WM Bro. Fred and a number of weel kent members of Lodge Strawberry Hill)
The Masters' Walk 2010
Bro. Architect Lawrie Hainey represented 1060 this year accompanied by his wife Shiela and Bro. Treasurer Alex. Whannel and his wife Evelyn. Lawrie said "This is a lot shorter than I normally walk, but it was a real pleasure to be with such a happy lot. It was a great day and the hospitality provided by Lodge Darvel was very welcome. A big vote of thanks is due to our members for the £77 sponsorship".
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Troon Walk Sun 6 June 2010.
Seven brethren and a "Lewis" took part this year. The amount raised will be published once all the money is in. (See Charity Presentations page).
The photographs show the brethren setting out, having a well deserved refreshment at Prestwick Bowling Club, and I.P.M. Robert McLauchlan congratulating Jamie Walker and his son Jayden.
JOHN H RALSTON MEMORIAL BOWLING COMPETITION
Lodge Prestwick No. 1060 comprising Archie Patrick, Drew Rankine, Don Sharp and skip Ian Williamson have won the inaugural “John H. Ralston” bowling competition.
Runners up were a team from 202, comprising John McIlwraith, Sam Rice, Harry Stirling and skip Theo Waterside.
RWPGM Bro Archibald Chalmers presented the individual trophies, which were provided by 1060, to the runners up and the winners.
Bro. Bill Bannerman PM of Lodge Blantyre presented the Quaich and whisky to the winners. Bill and John Ralston started the relationship between 202 and 557.
Mrs Ralston presented the John Husk Ralston Trophy to the winners. Proceeds from the event amounted to £900.00 and were augmented by a donation of £100.00 from Jonathon Oliver PM of 557. Mrs Ralston has requested that this money be given to Help for Heroes.
PPGM Bro. John was an honorary member of Lodge Prestwick 1060.
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Runners up were a team from 202, comprising John McIlwraith, Sam Rice, Harry Stirling and skip Theo Waterside.
RWPGM Bro Archibald Chalmers presented the individual trophies, which were provided by 1060, to the runners up and the winners.
Bro. Bill Bannerman PM of Lodge Blantyre presented the Quaich and whisky to the winners. Bill and John Ralston started the relationship between 202 and 557.
Mrs Ralston presented the John Husk Ralston Trophy to the winners. Proceeds from the event amounted to £900.00 and were augmented by a donation of £100.00 from Jonathon Oliver PM of 557. Mrs Ralston has requested that this money be given to Help for Heroes.
PPGM Bro. John was an honorary member of Lodge Prestwick 1060.
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PGL of Ayrshire Book Launch
RWM Archie Patrick, WSW Phil Radwell, P.M. Drew Rankine and Treasurer Alex.Whannel at the PGLA Book Launch on Sat 22 May 2010
Strawberryhill Presentation
At the last meeting of our Centenary year the Worshipful Master of Strawberryhill No.946 EC Bro Fred Galbraith accompanied by PM's Ron Sharpe and Stewart MacKay presented a beautiful set of Working Tools complete with a magnificent case to Right Worshipful Master Bro Archie Patrick. Also in the photograph are WSW Philip Radwell and IPM Robert McLaughlan.
Indoor Winners 2010
David Reid - Drew Rankine - Iain Williamson - Archie Patrick
Archie with Tom Cairns and Andy McGiffen winners of the Provincial Golf competition.
1060 claim the Travelling Mallet for the last meeting of their Centenary Year
Photograph courtesy of P.G.M. Bro. Archie Chalmers.
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