Hi Pat The following information came from a Mason in Bristol for you. Freemasons Hall in Bristol is at the foot of Park St. on the right It was severely damaged in the war and was completely rebuilt. I think it was re-opened in about 1960. All records were lost I understand You must be aware of the records office in the old tobacco warehouse I am sure A friend of mine is senior and active in Park St, he might be able to help. I could find his email address if it might help you Bear in mind there are 36 lodges in Bristol and ALL of them are housed in Freemasons Hall. Would you like me to obtain the email address of the Senior? Liz www.btinternet.com/~e.newbery OPC for Street, Somerset ----- Original Message ----- From: "Pat Hase" <pat@pathase.demon.co.uk> >I know that my gg grandfather Thomas LONG was a Freemason - he had insignia > on his business card - but I have just found the details of the funeral of > one of his sons in law (Benjamin GAY died in 1885) who was described as a > Past Master of the Moira Lodge in Bristol. Thomas LONG died in 1896 and > attended Benjamin's funeral. > Does anyone know whether there are records of Bristol Freemasons of this > period available in Bristol? Thomas LONG was in business in Bristol > between > 1840-1880 so I'm looking for Lodges which were open at that time. > Thanks > > Pat