The Degree of Royal Ark Mariner is open to all Mark Master Masons. The Ancient and Honourable Fraternity of Royal Ark Mariner, commonly known as the RAM, has been under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons since 1871 and is now governed by the Grand Master's Royal Ark Council.
RAM Lodges are attached, or "moored", to Mark Lodges and bear the same number. Some Mark and associated Ark Mariner Lodges meet on the same day, one after the other, and celebrate a joint festive board. Others meet on separate occasions.
The degree draws its ritual from the biblical account of Noah's Ark and the Great Flood. There is a distinct and highly colourful regalia which is worn by members. There are no individual Ranks within either Provincial or Grand Lodge. Brethren holding Provincial or Grand Rank simply suffix their name with Royal Ark Mariner Provincial Grand Rank or Royal Ark Mariner Grand Rank. Our Provincial Mark rulers also lead the RAM degree in the Province.
If you are a Mark Master Mason interested in joining the RAM, please speak to your Mark Lodge Secretary in the first instance.