Chris Avery 56 Not Out – Still Going Strong!

At the February meeting of Lodge of Science, Wincanton, Chris Avery was due to presented with his 50th Certificate. On researching for this, it was confirmed that Chris was initiated into Lapis Magnes Lodge in 1970. So 2026 actually marks his 56th year as a Freemason.

The Provincial Grand Master Ray Guthrie was on hand to present Chris with a specially commissioned 56th certificate. Ray, who has known Chris for many years, delivered an interesting and heartfelt biography on Chris, recounting some lovely stories of their respective journeys in Freemasonry.

The evening finished with a delicious roast beef meal at the Festive Board and the traditional, and very rousing, rendition of the Visitors’ song – Wincanton Workings version – a spectacle every Brother should aim to experience at least once in their Masonic career.

Report by: Jamie Reach – Lodge of Science Comms Officer