Step inside Ireland’s Freemasons’ HQ

There are few organisations across the world that spark curiosity quite like the Freemasons. Its origins date back centuries, and in Ireland it has as many as 27,000 members. Its Irish HQ, despite some aspects of Freemasonry being highly secretive, is often open to the public. This Grand Lodge was purpose built in the 1860s and remains one of the most unique places in the city. Keith Stent, who has the role of Head Tyler with the lodge, gave us a peek at four of the most impressive rooms. is an Irish news website that invites its users to shape the news agenda. Read, share and shape the day’s stories as they happen, from Ireland, the world and the web. Submit your clips to video@ Stay up to date with all of the latest videos by subscribing to our channel: Download our free iOS app: Download