definition for: #MarkProvinceLeicester

Leicestershire and Rutland, incorporating Northamptonshire and Derbyshire, was constituted as a Province in 1858, making them the third oldest Province in England and Wales. The other two counties became independent in 1894. Two Lodges in this Province were consecrated in 1858 and there is also one Lodge with Time Immemorial status. In total there are now 16 Lodges which is led by a Provincial Grand Master and his Deputy who are supported by a Provincial team of a Treasurer, Secretary and Director of Ceremonies.