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Imperial Orange Council Ladies' Meeting 2024
Date
8 - 10 July 2024
Location
Ireland
The Ladies' Meeting of the Imperial Orange Council took place at the Killyhevlin Hotel in Enniskillen, with Beverley Buist, Grand Master of the Orange Order New Zealand, representing us. Delegates from Ireland, Scotland, England, Canada, and Australia attended.
On Monday 8th July attendees were welcomed by Wor. Sis. Joan Begg, Grand Mistress of Ireland, and later enjoyed an excursion to Crom Castle, exploring the importance of Battle of Newtownbutler in maintaining Protestantism, support for King William Ill and the future of Great Britain and Ireland.
July 9th saw reports and discussions followed by a visit to Archdale's Castle, which was used as a base for the RAF during the war, and a cruise on Lough Erne.
The next day, presentations focused on dispute resolution and community collaboration, followed by closing remarks, gift exchanges, and official photos. The evening concluded with a Gala Dinner featuring music, speeches, and farewells.
On Thursday, July 11th, M.W. Bro Rod Biel, War. Sis. Sheryll Rodgers, M.W. Bro. Herbie Mailey, and Beverley Buist embarked on their respective journeys home from Enniskillen, carrying cherished memories and a renewed sense of fellowship within the Orange Order.
