The office of Chapter Almoner is one of the most important in the Chapter. It is the channel through which pastoral care of the Companions can be addressed. The Almoner should be the first point of contact in the Chapter should a member’s personal circumstances disrupt their attendance. The Almoner’s support at these times can be very valuable.

The prime qualification for admission into the Royal Arch is to be a Master Mason, of at least four weeks standing ...

The Royal Arch Mason's clothing includes robes, aprons, sashes, collars, chains and jewels ...

On the bottom scroll is inscribed the motto "Nil nisi clavis deest, nothing but the key is wanting", which may be taken in its literal sense.