Members of the Rising Knights of Lambeg RBP 268 will celebrate the Preceptory's 20th anniversary on August 30 with a parade through Ballyclare. They also held a special anniversary dinner on June 28 which was attended by Imperial Deputy Grand Master Sir Knight John Burleigh.

THIS year's 'last Saturday' demonstration will be even more of a red letter day than usual for members of the Rising Knights of Lambeg RBP 268.

The County Antrim Grand Black Chapter parade through Ballyclare. on August 30 will mark the climax of the Preceptory's 20th anniversary celebrations.

These began almost at the same time as the 2008 marching season with an anniversary dinner in Lambeg Orange Hall on Saturday June 28.

Among those attending was Imperial Deputy Grand Master Sir Knight John Burleigh who was also present at the formation of the Preceptory.

Mr. Burleigh made a presentation to RBP 268's officers before the Sir Knights settled back to enjoy entertainment provided by the group 'Freewheelers'.

Memories

The dinner brought memories flooding back for the few remaining original members of the Preceptory.

The issuing of its warrant took place at Lambeg Orange Hall in 1988 and the event was the first encampment of a Preceptory in Lisburn for 27 years.

The first Worshipful Master was Sir Knight William McCready with Sir Knight Cyril McCready taking the position of Deputy.

Also present were Ernest Cunningham, Edward Law, Trevor Gill, Stephen Walker and Samuel Hunter.

Following the election of the Preceptory's first officers, their inauguration was conducted by Belfast County Grand Master Sir Knight George Arthur.

He was assisted by Imperial Deputy Grand Master Sir Knight Thomas Malcolm.

The Preceptory, part of Lisburn District Chapter, took part in its first major parade on August 27 1988 when the traditional cycle of venues meant the County Antrim demonstration was held in Carrickfergus.

The other locations at which the parade takes place on a revolving basis are Antrim, Ballymena, Ballymoney, Lame and Lisburn.

The recently installed Officers of Largymore Royal Black District Chapter Number Nine for the year 2008.2009. From left to right: District Registrar Sir Knight Ian Pedlow: District Master Sir Knight Ian Patterson: District Chaplain Rev. Gerry Sproule; Deputy District Master Sir Knight Tom Wilkinson: District Treasurer Sir Knight Stephen Lay,	Andrew Bann and Mark Montgomery enjoy the 12th demonstration at Dunmurry IJS3008-560cd

Ulster Star
25/07/2008