A fine line up of visiting Worshipful Masters from around the Province witnessed the raising of Gareth Poretta to the sublime degree of a Master Mason.Worshipful Master Neil Rowlands, led a confident team and the visitors enjoyed the ceremony!
Monday afternoon saw Monmouthshire Freemasons hold their Provincial Grand Lodge at the Holiday Inn, Newport. What a fantastic day.
Congratulations to all those who received appointments and promotions — your hard work and dedication truly shine. A full house enjoyed a day filled with friendship, an excellent ceremony, and fine food shared in great company. Our thanks to the distinguished visitors who travelled from far and wide to be with us and make the day even more special.
The Brethren from Pontypool were well represented as the below slideshow demonstrates.
A successful night at Trevethin Lodge 6008 where Worshipful Master Neil and his team of officers carried out an excellent Second Degree ceremony! All brethren were on top form, from the Inner Guard all the way up to Worshipful Master himself. What made it even more special was a fraternal visit from the brethren of Henllys Lodge filling the lodge and helping towards a wonderfully fun Festive Board! And so to next month!
Remember non-masons, if you’re interested in Masonry, the first step is to get in touch! 
The Brethren of Henllys Lodge pictured with the Worshipful Master of Trevethin Lodge (centre) on their fraternal visit.
On Friday evening Kennard Lodge hosted a Quiz night with a V.E. Day theme. Those attending dressed in traditional 1940’s clothing to add that authentic V.E. Day touch ! The evening raised £620 towards the maintenance and renovation of Pontypool Masonic Centre. A huge thank you to the members of Kennard Lodge for organising the event, particularly the Worshipful Master, Clint Fisher and his Senior Warden Clayton Fisher.
Saturday evening saw the Freemason’s of Pontypool, their wives, family, friends and guests enjoy a fantastic Spring Ball at Green Meadow Golf Club. After a delightful meal entertainment was provided courtesy of the Tena Ladies and Tom Jones, followed by a D.J. and disco. The frivolities continued until midnight. Huge thanks to Worshipful Master Jon Davies and his wife, Angela, for organising the event and all those that assisted them from the Lodges at Pontypool. All four of the Pontypool Craft Lodges, Kennard, Trevethin, Llantarnam and Henllys, were well represented and all enjoyed a great evening. The generosity of those providing raffle prizes and those buying raffle tickets raised £830 towards the maintenance and renovation of Pontypool Masonic Centre.
Worshipful Brother Gareth White, Treasurer of the Board of Management, said at the presentation of the cheque “Thank you all for your generosity. Our building at Pontypool has been a home to Freemasonry for 100 years. This will help to ensure the building serves us for another 100 years.”
Another outstanding social event for the Province of Monmouthshire.
Monday evening saw a fantastic Installation by the Trevethin team. Congratulations to Worshipful Brother Neil in obtaining the chair, well supported by nine Masters. The ceremony was followed by a very well attended Festive Board.
Book early to avoid disappointment.
Green Meadow Golf Club Saturday 26th April 2025. 7pm till Midnight.
3 course meal with a choice of menu.
With Cabaret – Tena Ladies and Tom Jones. Plus DJ and Disco.
Contact W. Bro. Jon Davies.
Valentines Day celebrations organised and hosted by Henllys Lodge at Pontypool Masonic Centre
