Loyal Orange Institution of Scotland

The Orange Institution is a membership organisation comprised of Protestants who are committed to the protection of the principles of the Protestant Reformation

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The MWGM and Officers send their best wishes to the Chairman, Officers and Brethren of the Apprentice Boys of Derry, SAC ☝️

We hope the Lord is on their side again today as they parade through Ardrossan for the June Rally.

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With marching season just 17 days away and counting, excitement is building!

Here's a roundup of the key dates you'll want to mark on your calendar for this year's parades ⬇️

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⚔️ "𝗬𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗼𝗿𝘆, 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲."

On 1st June 1679, Led by William Cleland the covenanters secured a famous victory at Drumclog.

Read abour it here:⬇️
https://t.co/1JKcW81T7o

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Shop the 1798 collection now at the KB Shop online now ⬇️

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The day concluded with some well-earned recuperation and fellowship over a picnic together. Congratulations to everyone involved.

#AlzheimersScotland #ConicHill #LOAS

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A busy weekend of events concluded on Sunday with the Ladies Orange Association’s special effort fund climb up Conic Hill in aid of Alzheimer’s Scotland.

Over 50 participants took part in the challenge, enjoying a day of fellowship, and fundraising for a worthwhile cause.

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A celebratory dinner was held on Saturday 16th May attended by the JDGM, Bro. Derek Menzies, alongside the Most Worthy Grand Mistress, Sis. Kirsty McAinsh with suitable presentations made to mark this special milestone.

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Grand Lodge extend congratulations to the Sisters of Sir James Craig LLOL 150, Whitburn on the occasion of their centenary. A celebratory dinner was held on Saturday 16th May attended by the JDGM, Bro. Derek Menzies, alongside the Most Worthy Grand Mistress, Sis. Kirsty McAinsh.

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Representatives from Grand Lodge, County Grand Lodge and all 4 County Grand Lodges attended the inauguration alongside Brethren from the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland.

Congratulations to the Brethren of LOL 39 and District 34 as they bring an Orange presence back to Stranraer.

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Grand Lodge are pleased to announce the opening of another male Lodge, Stranraer Faith Defenders LOL 39. This marks the fourth new Lodge opened in the last four years, as the Institution continues to grow and expand across Scotland.

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Today is the day Scotland’s story changes. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Don’t walk to the polls alone. Bring your family. Knock on your neighbours door. Text that friend who always says “my vote doesn’t matter.”

It does. Yours does. Theirs does.

#ScotlandVotes#ScottishElection #YourVoteMatters

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📰 OFFICIAL STATEMENT - Stonehaven Procession

Aberdeenshire Council has upheld our right to peaceful public assembly. The Dunnottar Martyrs LOL 1685 procession will go ahead on Saturday 27th June 2026.

Read the full statement: https://t.co/h8NVAGlys3

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“Unionist votes matter. Let’s turn out on 7 May and make a difference.”

Turnout wins elections. Small margins decide outcomes.

Make your vote count.

#Vote7May #UnionistVote

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A well-attended service, warm sunshine and strong fellowship made it a day that reflected the faith, tradition and togetherness at the heart of our Institution 💜

If you have any pictures of your own from the day, share them below 👇

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🌸 𝗟𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Yesterday saw members come together for the Ladies Orange Association of Scotland Divine Service, a day that continues to hold real meaning across the Institution.

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Despite a change to the route, the parade and service was enjoyed by all in attendance. The Most Worthy Grand Mistress, her Executive and LOAS members were proudly on display, supported by the Most Worthy Grand Master, Grand Lodge Officers and County Grand Masters.

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🟧 A closer look at the Institution’s new headquarters.

Work will now begin to develop and modernise the building, creating a space for the future.

More updates to follow.

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🟧 A New Chapter

Today, we have completed the purchase of a new headquarters for the Loyal Orange Institution of Scotland.

A major step forward for the Institution's future. Work to develop and modernise the property will now begin.

Further updates to follow.

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🎥 Watch the full conversation:

https://t.co/8SSD46Fk9O

#TalkingOrange

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Behind their growth, there were real personal challenges.

Years of service in the local community were all quickly forgotten as criticism, accusations, and pressure from all sides.

This is the reality of what the Brethren in Stonehaven faced in the early days.