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. Royal Arch is considered the completion of a Freemason’s journey in Pure Antient Freemasonry.

In England and Wales, there is an indissoluble link between Craft Freemasonry and the Royal Arch, with the Royal Arch being considered the completion of a Freemason’s journey in Pure Antient Masonry. Craft Masons are, therefore, actively encouraged to become members of the Royal Arch to further develop and enrich their understanding of Freemasonry. The Royal Arch has four ceremonies: the exaltation ceremony to admit new members and an installation ceremony for each of the three Principals. The exaltation ceremony is in two parts: a rather dramatic presentation of the principles of the Order followed by three Lectures in which the history, symbolism and principles of the Royal Arch are further explained. Like Craft Freemasonry, the Royal Arch is open to men of all faiths. Its members, called Companions, meet in Chapters under a Grand Chapter. Chapters are presided over conjointly by three Principals, and the Grand Chapter by three Grand Principals, with a Pro First Grand Principal when the First Grand Principal is a Royal Prince. Chapters are organised as a Metropolitan area or Provinces, each with a local Grand Superintendent in charge. In the Provincial Grand Chapter of Monmouthshire, there are 14 Chapters.

01/11/2026

Congratulations to W.Bro Gabriel Hilu on becoming the Inspector General for East Wales in the Ancient and Accepted Rite, Rose Croix.

Your wide experience, sound judgment and proven leadership will serve the new district well.

May we wish you good health and happiness to carry out this important office for many years to come.

26/10/2026

The Province of Monmouthshire are this year supporting the Royal British Legion in their Poppy Appeal by organising and manning a Poppy Appeal stall over the next few weeks in the Asda store at Duffryn, Newport.

Russell Newton is the first Monmouthshire Freemason, manning the stall on Day one. If you see him there, don’t forget to say hello and show your support for the Appeal by wearing your poppy with pride.

“Lest We Forget”

United Grand Lodge of England
Supreme Grand Chapter
Monmouthshire Freemasons

22/10/2026

The Monmouthshire 1st Principals Chapter No.2964, this evening held their installation meeting at Pontypool Masonic Centre.

The evening was a great success with lots of fun, laughter and camaraderie.

Congratulations to E.Comp Neil Arnold, who was installed into the 1st principals chair and E.Comp’s Huw Williams and Graham Murphy who were installed into the 2nd & 3rd Principals chair’s.

The Deputy Grand Superintendent E.Comp John Judd presided over the meeting in the rare absence of the Most Excellent Grand Superintendent. He also presented the Installing Principal with his commemorative Breast jewel.

There were a good number of visitors from Monmouthshire and chapters from adjoining provinces in attendance, the Lord Swansea and Hendre Chapter’s both being well represented, for which we are extremely grateful.

Did you know that ALL Companions are eligible to attend Monmouthshire 1st Principals meetings? You only need to be a 1st Principal to join.

Supreme Grand Chapter
United Grand Lodge of England
Monmouthshire Freemasons

21/10/2026

The Crystal Chapter No.4562, this evening carried out a first class demonstration of an exaltation ceremony using the Savage ritual.

The 1st principal of the chapter, who is also the current Second Provincial Grand Principal, led his team of officers in his usual impeccable style.

The members of the crystal chapter were delighted to welcome both the Most Excellent Grand Superintendent and the Deputy Grand Superintendent for the Province of Monmouthshire, as honorary members.

If you are interested and would like to see an exaltation ceremony using the Savage ritual, keep your eyes peeled for the Crysatal chapter’s December meeting, where they will be conducting a double exaltation.

Supreme Grand Chapter
Monmouthshire Freemasons
United Grand Lodge of England

21/10/2026

12/10/2026

🔴🔴🔴-THE EIGHTH ANNUAL-🔴🔴🔴
🔴-PROVINCE OF MONMOUTHSHIRE🔴
🔴🔴-REMEMBRANCE SERVICE-🔴🔴

We’re delighted to announce, the hugely popular “Annual Province of Monmouthshire Remembrance Service” returns next month for the eighth year!!

📍- Newport Masonic Hall, 109 Lower
Dock Street, Newport NP202AG

🕑 - November 8th at 2pm.

🥣 - Service followed by a Hot buffet.

👶 - Family and friends welcome.

🎟️ - £12 per adult, £6 per child (up to
the age of ten).

⬇️⬇️⬇️ -Please book in via - ⬇️⬇️⬇️

[email protected]

Bring the family along to join us in remembering the service and sacrifice of all those that have defended our freedoms and protected our way of life.

Monmouthshire Freemasons
Freemasonry Today
United Grand Lodge of England
Mon Light Blues Club

09/10/2026

Last night a near full provincial team attended the Frederick Phillips Chapter Installation meeting at Newport Masonic Hall.

There wasn’t a spare seat in the temple and the ceremony didn’t disappoint!
The Principals were all installed in impeccable fashion, as were the new team of officers. The Deputy Grand Superintendent presented the installing Principal with his commemorative breast jewel in a very moving manner, there wasn’t a dry eye in the house.

The camaraderie and celebrations continued in the after proceedings and late into the evening whilst everyone enjoyed a beautiful festive board.

The Most Excellent Grand Superintendent would like to wish the Principals and members of the Chapter a healthy, enjoyable and successful year ahead.

Supreme Grand Chapter
United Grand Lodge of England
Monmouthshire Freemasons
Provincial Grand Chapter of Monmouthshire
Freemasonry Today

06/10/2026

♦️🔷♦️🔷—Gwent Chapter—🔷♦️🔷♦️
🔷♦️🔷♦️🔷—No.3762—🔷♦️🔷♦️🔷
♦️🔷—Centenary Convocation—🔷♦️

This evening the Gwent Chapter No.3762 celebrated their centenary in style by holding a convocation that certainly was worthy of such a historical occasion, one that I’m sure the founding members would be proud of.

The Most Excellent Grand Superintendent was in attendance and occupied the 1st Principals chair to present the Chapter with their centenary warrant in exemplary fashion.
The Second and Third Provincial Grand Principals were also in attendance along with the Deputy Grand Superintendent and a strong Provincial team, who enjoyed the celebrations and a very informative talk about the history and early years of the Gwent Chapter, delivered by E.Comp Graham Murphy and Comp James McDowell.

Congratulations to the Gwent Chapter on reaching this fantastic milestone, here’s to the next 100 years. ♦️🔷♦️🔷

Address

Morgan St
Tredegar
NP22 3NA

Website

http://monmouthshirefreemasons.org/royal-arch/

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