The Deputy Provincial Grand Master, Very Worshipful Brother John P. Clendinning, was joined by a number of brethren at the Installation ceremony of the Benevolence Lodge of Royal Ark Mariners 1264 in Bideford.

The Current Commander, Worshipful Brother Werner Lothmann, had previously offered to remain at the helm of this wonderful lodge of Royal Ark Mariners, and was therefore duly proclaimed as the Worshipful Commander for the ensuing year.

The brethren then enjoyed some wonderful company both in the lodge and at the festive board following the meeting.