Pontypoool Masonic Centre – home to Freemasonry for 100 years.
Freemasonry is one of the oldest fraternal and charitable organisations in the world. It is open to men over 18 years of age from all backgrounds cultures and religions. It is founded on the principles of integrity, friendship, charity and respect. Making good men better men through the practice of these principles. Freemasonry in the UK raises millions of pounds every year for charities, contributing £51 million pound to deserving causes in 2020.
With 12 lodges in total meeting at Pontypool Masonic Centre and numerous social and community events taking place there, the centre is a busy home to Freemasonry and the local community, with events taking place most days. A typical lodge meeting consists of conducting the business of the lodge and a Masonic ceremony or presentation, followed with a festive board and socialising. The centre is also made available to a number of local community groups, who are able to utilise the large function room and kitchen facilities. The centre regularly hosts celebrations such as birthdays, anniversary’s and sporting afternoons utilising the large screen TV with food and drink to accompany the event. Family and friends are welcomed to these social events organised by the various Lodges at the centre.
If you are interested in becoming a Freemason with us at Pontypool Masonic Centre, or in making use of our facilities please contact us and take a look at our Freemasonry and Frequently Asked Questions pages which will give you more information about freemasonry. You can also find out more about freemasonry here… or listen to CraftCast: The Freemasons Podcast here…
If you would like to read a little more about the 270 year history of Freemasonry in Pontypool. Click here.
Whether or not you are a freemason, this a really interesting insight into the history and events in Pontypool, Blaenavon and Abergavenny over the last 270 years, including the Blaenavon Coal and Iron Company, Crumlin Viaduct and Neville Hall Hospital, Abergavenny – courtesy of Worshipful Bro. Brian Jones.
Women Freemasons?
Women freemasons have been meeting for over 100 years
There are two female only Grand Lodges. The Order of Women Freemasons and HFAF – Freemasonry for Women. They both follow exactly the same ceremonies and wear the same regalia as male Freemasons and they often work closely with community and charity projects. Learn more here…