The Province is delighted to announce that registration is now open for the 2026 Provincial Charity Golf Tournament, our largest annual fundraising event. Full details and the event poster have been circulated to Lodge Secretaries, and we warmly encourage Brethren to share this invitation widely with friends, family, and golfing companions of all abilities.
Our Mission: Charity at the Heart of the Day
Last year’s tournament raised over 7,000€, a remarkable achievement made possible by your generosity. This year, our efforts continue to focus on supporting those most in need within our Province and through our Masonic charities.
Following the successful purchase of the building for the Marina Alta Masonic Centre, our immediate priority is the renovation of the site as we work toward the planned opening in September 2026. Once complete, the Centre will provide a permanent base for our charitable work and community engagement for generations to come.
Tournament Format & Entry
Format: Texas Scramble (Teams of 4)
Cost: 65€ per person (including shared buggy) / 260€ per team
Eligibility: Open to all Brethren and their guests
Whether you are a seasoned golfer or a complete beginner, your participation is warmly welcomed.
Sponsorship & Support
The success of this event depends greatly on the generosity of Lodges and individual Brethren. You may wish to support the tournament by:
Sponsoring a Team or a Hole
Sponsoring the Longest Drive or Nearest the Pin
Donating a prize for the raffle or auction
Every contribution directly strengthens our charitable impact.
Prizes & Social Programme
Alongside the charitable purpose, the day promises friendly competition and excellent company. Prizes include:
Overall Winners & Runners‑Up
The John William Harvey Memorial Trophy (awarded to the top team of four Masons from within the Province)
Individual Prizes: Nearest the Pin & Longest Drive
Last Year’s Winners from San Juan Lodge No 28
The tournament will conclude with a Cocktail Prize Presentation and Tapas, open to competitors, partners, and supporters. Preferential accommodation rates have been arranged with Hotel Bonalba for those wishing to stay overnight.
How to Register
To enter a team, sponsor the event, or make a donation, please complete the registration form:
Once submitted, you will receive full instructions on completing your participation.
Contact
For enquiries or further information, please contact: W. Bro. Richard Davis Provincial Grand Charity Steward 📧 pgcs@glpvalencia.com 📞 / WhatsApp +34 662 091 537
We are limited to 10 cars and, as a consequence, the event is currently only open to Puerto de Xàbia 58 members. However, if you would like to be added to a waiting list, please contact W. Bro. Jim Campbell on jamescampbell317@gmail.com
Clockwise from top left: Arianna, Isabel, Luis, Daniel
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More than sixty guests gathered at Espai La Senieta on Saturday 4th April for the 2nd Annual Provincial Piano Recital, warmly welcomed by the organiser, W. Bro. Peter Johnson. The atmosphere was one of anticipation and pride as friends, family, and members of the Masonic community settled in for an evening dedicated to musical excellence.
W. Bro. Peter Johnson opens the evening
Professor (Bro) István Székely introduces his students
Professor (Bro) István Székely opened the recital by introducing his talented students — Arianna Roselló Sanchez, Isabel Cabrera Oláh, Daniel Kovacs, and LuisCabello — each of whom performed a selection of works by some of the world’s most celebrated composers, including Bach, Chopin, Liszt, Debussy, and Brahms.
The audience was captivated throughout. Every performance was met with enthusiastic applause, reflecting both the technical skill and expressive maturity of the young musicians. Many attendees later commented on the remarkable standard of the recital and the joy of witnessing such emerging talent.
At the close of the evening, Professor Székely thanked the audience for their support. He explained that this year he wished to give his students the opportunity to shine — and shine they certainly did. With a smile, he added that next year he intends to personally perform for half of the concert, a promise that was met with warm approval.
In a final gesture of appreciation, W. Bro. Peter Johnson presented each performer with a Chocolate Easter Egg, much to their delight.
Thanks to ticket sales and a well‑supported bar — expertly managed by W. Bro. Malcolm March, Margaret March, and Florence Johnson — the event raised over €1,000. These funds will all be donated to the ongoing refurbishment works at the new Marina Alta Masonic Centre.
A memorable evening of music, fellowship, and generosity — and a proud moment for all involved.
The Provincial Fund-Raising team are very pleased to present Brother István Székely, a member of Armonia de Ifach Lodge No 46, in another evening of fabulous Piano Recital on Saturday April 4th in the auditorium of Espai La Senieta, Moraira.
The concert will start at 6:00pm and last approximately 2 hours. The concert held last year was very well received and we are hoping to attract even more members, family and friends to a dazzling display beautifully performed. There will also be bar facilities available.
István is a renowned Professor of music at the Katarina Gurska Superior Conservatory in Madrid and Franz Lizst Centre for Special Talents in La Nucia, so we are in for a wonderful evening of Classical Music. A full programme of the pieces to be performed will be publicised shortly.
Tickets are priced at 20€. For information and to book your seats scan the QR code above or click on the button below:
We are pleased to report that refurbishment work at the Centro de Marina Alta continues to progress. Volunteers from Lodges across the Marina Alta have already completed essential preparatory tasks that have transformed the site. Their work has included power‑washing the roof, demolishing internal walls, removing water‑damaged flooring, and carefully dismantling and storing the suspended ceiling.
Whilst challenges still remain, we are increasingly excited by the fantastic opportunity which the new Centre represents.
The Provincial Lodge of Instruction will be held at the Centro de Marina Alta on 21 November, marking an important milestone. However, significant phases of the project still lie ahead if we are to transition away from Costa Nova to Centro de Marina Alta by Spring next year.
Fundraising Progress
Our fundraising efforts continue to gather impressive momentum. Lodges throughout the Province are organising a wide range of events, and the response has been heartening. Since January this year, your efforts have already raised more than 24,000€ with another 11,000€ promised.
But we do need to raise more money: some jobs cannot be done by our volunteers and we will need to employ specialist contractors.
Why We Need Your Support
To realise our full vision—three Temples, a Festive Board area, and a bar and catering facility—we must accelerate our fundraising. These facilities will serve the entire Valencian Masonic community for generations to come.
As announced at the Provincial Assembly, we are now launching a Crowdfunding initiative to complement our existing efforts. This campaign will allow us to reach beyond our immediate Masonic family and invite support from the wider community via WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms.
If you are able to donate, you have our sincere thanks. If you can share the appeal link with friends, family, or contacts—whether Masons or not—your assistance will be deeply appreciated.
The newly installed M.W. Grand Master has agreed to allow this appeal to be promoted across Spain, and the R.W. Provincial Grandmaster will be approaching UGLE to request their support in sharing it with Lodges under their jurisdiction.
A huge thank you
On behalf of everyone involved in this project, thank you for taking the time to read this message and for everything you continue to do in support of the new Centro de Marina Alta. Your enthusiasm, generosity, and commitment are the foundations upon which this project stands.
En Español
Campaña de Micromecenazgo para el Centro de Marina Alta
Nos complace informarles de que las obras de remodelación del Centro de Marina Alta continúan avanzando. Voluntarios de Logias de toda la Marina Alta ya han completado tareas preparatorias esenciales que han transformado el lugar. Su trabajo ha incluido la limpieza a presión del tejado, la demolición de paredes internas, la retirada del suelo dañado por el agua y el desmontaje y almacenamiento cuidadoso del falso techo.
Aunque aún quedan desafíos por delante —entre ellos la obtención de las licencias y permisos necesarios por parte de la Autoridad Local—, estamos cada vez más ilusionados con la magnífica oportunidad que representa el nuevo Centro.
La Logia Provincial de Instrucción se celebrará en el Centro de Marina Alta el 21 de noviembre, lo que supondrá un hito importante. Sin embargo, aún quedan fases significativas del proyecto si queremos completar la transición desde Costa Nova al Centro de Marina Alta para la primavera del próximo año.
Progreso de la Recaudación de Fondos
Nuestros esfuerzos de recaudación continúan cobrando un impulso impresionante. Las Logias de toda la Provincia están organizando una amplia variedad de eventos, y la respuesta ha sido muy alentadora. Desde enero de este año, sus esfuerzos ya han recaudado más de 24.000 €, con otros 11.000 € comprometidos.
Pero necesitamos recaudar más fondos: hay trabajos que nuestros voluntarios no pueden realizar y será necesario contratar a especialistas.
Por Qué Necesitamos Su Apoyo
Para hacer realidad nuestra visión completa —tres Templos, un área de Banquete Festivo y un bar con servicio de catering— debemos acelerar la recaudación. Estas instalaciones servirán a toda la comunidad masónica valenciana durante generaciones.
Tal como se anunció en la Asamblea Provincial, estamos lanzando una iniciativa de micromecenazgo para complementar nuestros esfuerzos actuales. Esta campaña nos permitirá llegar más allá de nuestra familia masónica inmediata e invitar a la comunidad en general a colaborar a través de WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram y otras plataformas.
Si puede hacer una donación, reciba nuestro más sincero agradecimiento. Si puede compartir el enlace de la campaña con amigos, familiares o contactos —sean masones o no—, su ayuda será profundamente apreciada.
El nuevo M.R. Gran Maestro ha aceptado que este llamamiento se difunda por toda España, y el R.H. Gran Maestro Provincial se pondrá en contacto con la UGLE para solicitar su apoyo en compartirlo con las Logias bajo su jurisdicción.
Gracias
En nombre de todos los implicados en este proyecto, gracias por tomarse el tiempo de leer este mensaje y por todo lo que siguen haciendo en apoyo del nuevo Centro de Marina Alta. Su entusiasmo, generosidad y compromiso son los cimientos sobre los que se sustenta este proyecto.
Jávea Lodge No. 40 gathered once again on Sunday, 29 March, for one of its popular regular Sunday lunches, this time hosted at the Black Flame in Pedreguer.
The event brought together 30 guests, including members, families, and friends, all enjoying the relaxed atmosphere and good company that have become the hallmark of these gatherings.
Guests were treated to a traditional Sunday Roast dinner, served with all the trimmings. The meal sparked plenty of conversation and laughter, reinforcing the sense of fellowship that Jávea 40 continues to nurture through these informal social events.
A highlight of the afternoon was the charity raffle, which raised an impressive €180 in support of the new Masonic Centre. The generosity of those attending reflects the shared commitment to building a lasting home for the Lodge and the wider Masonic community.
W. Bro. Kevin Hamilton, the Worshipful Master of Jávea 40 expressed his gratitude to all who attended and contributed, noting: “These lunches remind us that fellowship is at the heart of Freemasonry. Every shared meal, every conversation, and every act of generosity brings us closer to our vision for the new Centre.”
The Lodge looks forward to continuing this series of Sunday lunches, strengthening bonds and raising funds in a spirit of friendship and purpose.
If you would like to join a future gathering, keep an eye on upcoming announcements—there’s always a seat at the table for those who enjoy good food, good company, and good causes.
The brethren of Jávea Lodge No. 40 gathered on 25 March 2026 for their Regular Meeting at the Costa Nova Masonic Centre, where a fine attendance of 30 members and visitors filled the lodge room with warmth, harmony, and fraternal spirit. The Lodge was delighted to welcome visiting brethren from Buckinghamshire, Rugby Bastion Lodge and Thistle Lodge in Scotland.
This meeting marked an important milestone for the Lodge, being the first to be chaired by W. Bro. Kevin Hamilton, who conducted the proceedings with confidence, dignity, and good humour—qualities that were warmly appreciated by all present.
The Lodge was further honoured by the presence of distinguished Provincial Officers:
V.W. Bro. Frank Wallace, Provincial Grand Inspector
W. Bro. Paul Norman Nicholls, Provincial Senior Grand Warden
W. Bro. Peter Johnson, Provincial Junior Grand Warden
Their attendance added greatly to the significance of the evening.
Bro. Paul Lewis with W. Bro. Kevin Hamilton and our visitors from Buckinghamshire
A highlight of the meeting was the Raising of Bro. Paul Lewis to the sublime Degree of a Master Mason. The ceremony was carried out with solemnity and precision, befitting the importance of the occasion. Paul’s advancement carries a special resonance—his grandfather was a Master Mason in a Scottish Lodge, making Paul almost a Lewis called Lewis!
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Following the meeting, 28 brethren gathered for a lively and enjoyable Festive Board. All Toasts were observed with due respect, and the atmosphere was one of genuine camaraderie.
The raffle brought a moment of light-hearted excitement, with V.W. Bro. Frank Wallace taking home the First Prize—a unit in Asociación Fraternal Unidad, much to the amusement and applause of the brethren.
The evening will be remembered not only for its ceremonial significance but also for the warmth, unity, and good fellowship that define Jávea Lodge No. 40. As the Lodge continues its work under the guidance of W. Bro. Hamilton, the future looks bright indeed.
The Grand Lodge of Spain – Grande Oriente Español held its XLV Ordinary Grand Assembly in Madrid on Saturday, 14 March, during which M.W. Bro. Shaun Parsons Herrera was formally installed as Grandmaster of Spain.
The event brought together an impressive international delegation, including the Grandmasters and representatives of the United Kingdom, the District of Gibraltar, France, Portugal, Italy, Belgium, Andorra, Ukraine, Serbia, Romania, Brazil, and others. Also present were representatives of the Supreme Council of the 33rd and Last Degree for Spain, the District of Mark Master Masons of Spain, and the International Order of DeMolay.
The Provincial Grand Lodge of Valencia was prominently represented, with R.W. Bro. Rodney Charles Bignell, Provincial Grand Master, attending the Assembly and installation ceremony.
As is tradition, Valencia once again played a vital ceremonial role. A strong contingent of Assistant Grand Directors of Ceremonies from Valencia formed a significant part of the new Grandmaster’s escort and Valencian Stewards assisted throughout the day. Their professionalism, discipline, and commitment were widely noted and contributed greatly to the dignity and smooth running of the ceremony.
The Provincial Grand Lodge of Valencia extends its warmest congratulations to M.W. Bro. Shaun Parsons Herrera and reaffirms its full support as he begins his tenure as Grandmaster.
