Have you heard of the Masonic Housing Association (MHA) or Reading Court in Stratford-upon-Avon?

Reading Court is one of five housing schemes run by the MHA. Comprising 45 flats, Reading Court offers the latest in purpose-built accommodation for people aged 55 and over who want to live independently. Individuals, couples, retired, working. Freemasons, relatives, and members of the wider community make it their home.

To bring the MHA and Reading Court to the attention of Freemasons, we offer a hand of friendship in the form of an open invitation to visit. You can do so by viewing the video on the Reading Court website or visiting in person. We started an initiative that has run all year and continues: The Year of the Visitor. It’s our way of saying, ‘Come and have a look for yourself.’ Many visitors have been surprised by what’s on offer, and some now hold events at Reading Court. Shipston Lodge held a summer BBQ with a jazz band, and Kenilworth Lodge held a murder mystery night. Both have booked a Christmas social in December. A guided tour is always on offer should you like one.

The Province of Warwickshire provides amazing support with funding a summer and Christmas lunch for the residents and Individual Lodges, and Orders make generous donations to our Reading Court Charitable Association, helping to pay for things like lunches and activities for residents.

The best way to get a feel for Reading Court is to come and see it.

Charity Stewards interested in donating to the Reading Court Charitable Association are welcome to get in touch with Alan Smith at Reading Court.