Right Worthy Grand Preceptor Andy Clapp
I am delighted to extend a very warm welcome to you and introduce our new website for the Province of Wessex in the Commemorative Order of St Thomas of Acon. This website is intended to provide information and insight into our wonderful Christian Masonic Chivalric Order, as we strive to live our lives based on the fundamental principles of Humility and Charity.
The Commemorative Order St Thomas of Acon completes the Masonic Knight Templar experience rather beautifully in that it encourages an exemplary practice of the gentler lessons of the wonderful Knight Templar Order – namely: Humility, Brotherly Love in Practical Charity and Care and Concern for Others – it is, I believe, expressly encouraging us to bring out the inner Almoner in all of us.
It is a uniquely English Chivalric Order based on a true historical account and I have absolutely no doubt that those of you who wish to develop your “Inner Almoner” further, will benefit from the lessons evident in the St Thomas of Acon story, and the unique manner in which they are delivered, makes this a very special Order indeed.
Within the Province of Wessex we have 6 Chapels. These Chapels meet at Masonic Centres throughout the Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire areas and all are within easy reach of its members.
We are always delighted to welcome new members – so if you are interested in joining us, then please contact our Provincial Grand Secretary (details on the contact page) who would be very pleased to put you in touch with a local Chapel Secretary.
Kind regards
Sir Andrew (Clapp) of Milton,
Right Worthy Grand Preceptor for the Province of Wessex.
News
King Ina No 102 Meeting 3rd June 2026
Wednesday 3rd Daye of June In Ye Year of Our Lord 2026, king Ina Chapel, Taunton, Somerset.
What a wonderful evening had by all welcoming Sir Micheal of Langport to our order.
The ceremony was delivered with great enthusiasm & enjoyed by all who attended.
Welcome Sir Michael and hope you enjoyed the evening as much as we did.
H et C
Sir Sean of Sarum
Reginald Fitzjocelyn No 74 Meeting 12th May 2026
After a wonderful ceremony the camera appeared to mark a fantastic occasion on the MWGM and his MEGP and members of his team supporting Sir Christopher of Chipping Sodbury on rejoining the Order, and Sir Ben of Bristol joining Reginald Fitzjocelyn chapel in the city of Bath.
Paul Bushe No 101 Meeting 16th February 2026
Friday 16th day of February in Ye Year of Our Lord 2026, Paul Bushe Chapel, Keynsham.
Sir Stuart of Amport was installed as Worthy Master and Sir Richard of Corfe was installed into the Order. Afterwards all Sir Knights enjoyed a super festive board.
Congratulations to all the new officers.
Wonderful heart felt words were spoken by Sir Gerald of Hampton Court,
‘I was a founder newbie in January 2012 of Paul Bushe it all started well but over the years membership fell and no new members for several years. We were on the point of surrendering our Warrant. Sir Andrew of Milton came along with a very well supported team and every thing changed. We moved and have new home in Keynsham numbers have grown to almost double. Last night I had the privilege of Marshal of both ceremonies for the first time and I personally thank everyone for your support’.
Paul Bushe now has a great future.
Yours HetC
Sir Gerald of Hampton Court
Chapel Marshal
Grand Preceptor's Council 24th January 2026
Saturday ye Twentyfourth Daye of January in the year of our Lord two thousand and twentysix. Annual meeting of Ye Grand Preceptors Council in Keynsham MH.
What a wonderful meeting today which saw visitors braving the awful weather conditions from the IOW & Hampshire, Central Midlands, East Midlands, SE Counties, Greater London & Lancashire it was lovely to meet you all and we trust you enjoyed the day and arrived home safely.
Ye Right Worthy Grand Preceptor, Sir Andrew of Milton welcomed all guests not forgetting Ye Most Eminent Grand Prior, Sir Harry of Benfro.
Business was seamless by all. The day witnessed provincial Officers re appointed along with new Sir Knights collecting their first honours.
Festive board lunch was also well received with a soup starter, Beef pie which did not lack any beef and lashings of gravy followed by apple crumble and custard.
We certainly hope all Sir Knights left the MH well fed and happy with the business upstairs.
H et C
Christmas Message from Sir Steven of Santiago de Compostela
May the joy of the angels, the eagerness of the shepherds, the perseverance of the wise men, the obedience of Joseph and Mary and the peace of the Christ-child be yours this Christmas; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you always.
Amen.
St Martin of Tours No 114 Meeting 5th November 2025
Super meeting at St Martin of Tours Chapel in Beaminster tonight. Well done Sir James and team, congratulations to Sir Christopher on receiving his Grand Council certificate, and welcome to Sir Brian joining the order
Kind regards HetC Andrew
Richard Chaloner No 98 Meeting 18th October 2025
Richard Chaloner No 98 Chapel meeting in Warminster,
Well done Worthy Master Sir Raymond
Priory of Woodspring No 97 Meeting 11th September 2025
11th day of September in ye year of our lord 2025, saw 5, yes 5 new Sir Knights come into the order, and what a wonderful night it was.
Pictured here are all the members and visitors to Priory of Woodspring Chapel in the Province of Wessex.
The Worthy Master Sir Darrell, and his stand in Eminent Prior Sir Garry the REPGP of Wessex were joined by Sir Andrew the RWGP of Wessex.
Thank you to all whom made this an excellent enjoyable evening. H et C