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Sherlock Holmes had one (The Diogenes). So too did man about town Bertie Wooster (The Drones). Lord Peter Wimsy frequented several, notably the Bellona.
Once upon a time, anyone who was anyone in London had a club, somewhere he could go to relax and chew the fat with like-minded gents, usually in the environs of St James’s Street or Pall Mall.
Today, things are a bit different.
While some of the clubs in the most upmarket addresses of the capital retain their exclusive air and all-male membership, more recent entrants have served to democratise London’s club scene.
Moving with the times means women are now welcome at most and members are drawn from a much wider demographic pool than was once the case.
It also means clubs have popped up that seek to operate as both a social club and a business hub.
Our list features seven of the best London-based private member clubs that focus on nurturing the next generation of business leaders in no particular order.
1. Homegrown Club
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This club in Marylebone might be a new kid on the private members’ block (it opened its doors in 2019) but the building that hosts it is centuries old – it was designed in the 18th century by James Wyatt, Mad King George III’s favourite architect.
The club is part of the Home House Collection and offers unrivalled access to some of the brightest minds in London’s business world. At the last count, over 1,500 business professionals were affiliated.
The club is in a great location in central London and offers a plethora of member-only services, including a gym, a bar and a stylish restaurant.
The building has 35 rooms, five of which can be used for business meetings, and an array of other spaces in which entrepreneurs and investors can come together.
Membership
- Homecoming: 20 days of access to the club per year. Price: £1,000 per year.
- Full Membership: Unlimited access to the club year-round. Price: £2,000.
- Home House Collection (HHC) Full Membership: Gives full access to both Home Grown and Home House. Price: £3,250.
A £399 joining fee applies to all membership types.
Click here to register your interest in joining the club.
Top Tip: The club offers preferential rates for three or more individuals from the same business.
Contact Info
44 Great Cumberland Place
Marylebone
London
W1H 7BS
Tel: 020 3928 8000
2. Allbright Club in Mayfair
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This club in Mayfair is housed in a beautiful London townhouse, a five-storey edifice that serves as a haven of peace in the bustling capital.
One thing you won’t find at the club (or very few) is men – membership is extended solely to women, although men can tag along as guests.
The club boasts a Michelin-starred restaurant, two rooftop terraces offering panoramic city views of the London skyline, and a hair salon.
The first-floor restaurant can be hired for a maximum of 80 guests seated.
Members can get down to business on the third floor, which houses a networking space and is perfect for hosting talks, screenings and team-building exercises. It can also be used as a boardroom.
The fifth floor is an exclusive events space and the fourth floor, which is reserved solely for members, has a converted loft feel with a built-in bar flooded with natural light thanks to a stunning skylight.
Membership
- AllBright Townhouse: Ideal for career-focused professionals looking to grow their networks and socialise. Price: £1,980 per year.
- AllBright Accelerate: Members at this level tend to be managers, new business founders and mid-level professionals. Price: £2,760 per year.
- AllBright Elevate: This top-level membership level is aimed at senior leaders, established founders and executives. Price £6,840 per year.
Register your interest in joining the club here.
Top Tip: Want to know which membership is best for you? Check out this neat personality test that will drill down into your preferences and allow you to determine which package is right for you.
Contact Info
24-26 Maddox St
London
W1S 1PP
Tel: 020 3817 3340.
3. Soho House
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This place opened its doors in 2015. Situated, as the name suggests, in the heart of Soho, the club is just around the corner from the original Soho House at 40 Greek Street.
It sells itself as a place where creative types can come together and dream up new ideas and initiatives.
It occupies four floors of the building and boasts a 43-seat screening room, two dining spaces, a courtyard and a terrace.
The network’s association of worldwide clubs possess a stunning art collection, which consists of more than 8,000 pieces from international artists.
The collection is a real draw and is on hand to inspire members and get their creative juices flowing.
At its Dean Street address, the Baroque mural depicting a Mediterranean port that runs the length of the main staircase is probably the jewel in the crown of the collection.
Membership
- Every House: Gives access to every one of Soho House’s clubs around the world and all their facilities, including spas, screening rooms and events.
- Local House: Allows members to access the facilities on offer at their nearest Soho House branch.
- Cities Without Houses: Allows members to join a creative community in their local cities, given access to all Soho House clubs, plus bedrooms, gyms and spas.
Membership starts at £1,300 per year and a one-off fee of £550 applies to all membership types.
For those under the age of 27, a reduced membership rate applies. Under-30s also receive extra benefits such as 50% off food and drink on certain days.
To start your membership application click here.
Top Tip: When the club closes it doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. Download the club’s app to stay in touch with members and book rooms.
Contact Info
76 Dean Street
London
W1D 3SQ
United Kingdom
Tel: 020 3006 0076.
4. The Conduit
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The Conduit in Covent Garden sells itself as not so much a club as a collaborative community, one dedicated to creating a more just, prosperous and sustainable future.
Club members tend to be entrepreneurs, investors, activists, civil-society leaders and policymakers.
The emphasis is on helping budding entrepreneurs and change leaders grow their professional networks and sharpen their skills.
To this end, the club hosts over 150 events every year, a mentorship programme and encourages members to join a cohort with like-minded members.
The club also recently set up the Conduit Academy, an online self-directed series of courses curated by experts.
The programme gives users access to real-world changemakers, case studies and current thought leadership.
Members receive access to one complimentary course each year.
Membership
For those over 33, the full membership fee is £2,000 per year. A £475 joining fee applies.
The ‘Out Of Town’ and ‘Off Peak’ passes are priced at £1,150 per year plus the £475 joining fee.
This type of membership is open to individuals living 50+ miles from the club and gives the holder access to 24 visits per year on Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
For under-33s and those involved in the non-profit sector, the membership fee is £1450 per year. Again, the £475 joining fee applies.
You can start your membership application here.
Top Tip: Unsure if The Conduit is the club for you? Dip your toe by enjoying a day at the club by signing up here. A £10 fee applies.
Contact Info
6 Langley St
London
WC2H 9JA
Tel: 020 3912 8400.
5. 12 Hayhill
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This cavernous club in Mayfair is the first private members club in London to combine the luxury of a private members club with the business focus of a co-working environment.
The club has pioneered the idea of ‘clubworking’, an idea that marries the luxury and relaxation you associate with a club with a business focus that can be felt in the building’s business suites and offices.
The club has three floors of fully serviced offices, including nine high-tech meeting rooms, ideal for board meetings, confidential conflabs, and even private dinners. Each space offers a unique background with a distinctive style, allowing members to find the perfect environment for any client meeting.
The club’s bar is perhaps its most unique feature. It has been fashioned from an old bank vault and serves up a fine selection of wines, beers, and bespoke cocktails.
A roof terrace takes relaxation to the next level and allows members to take in the splendour of West London from a perch high above the streets.
Membership
- Club: 20 visits per year
- Business: 48 visits per year.
- Premier: Unlimited access.
- Evening: Unlimited visits to the bar and restaurant after 5 PM each day.
You can arrange a tour and start your membership here (you can get an idea of the fees here, but we cannot confirm that this information is accurate).
Top Tip: Hayhill members can register to have their mail delivered to the club, meaning their business is associated with one of the most upmarket addresses in London.
Contact Info
12 Hay Hill
Mayfair
London
W1J 8NR
Tel: 020 7952 6000
6. Dartmouth House
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Another Mayfair-based club, Dartmouth House is housed in a Grade II-listed building just off Berkeley Square and Bond Street.
The club is also the HQ of the English Speaking Union and as such it seeks to promote a spirit of dialogue, collaboration and open communication among members.
The club has spaces suitable for hosting all types of business talk fests, including conferences, board meetings, training events, seminars and lectures.
When it comes to finding somewhere to relax, you’re in luck.
The club boasts a bar, a lounge, a unique marble courtyard, and a pair of well-appointed rooms, the Revelstoke and the Wedgewood, which are ideal for hosting drinks receptions and formal dinners.
Membership
- London Member: £750 + £250 joining fee.
- Country Member: £500 + £250 joining fee.
- Under 35 Member: £300 + £250 joining fee.
- Five Years Member: £3500. No joining fee applies.
You can find the membership form here.
Top Tip: If you want to check out the club before signing up, you can book a 15-minute tour of its facilities here.
Contact Info
37 Charles Street
Mayfair
London
Greater London
W1J 5ED
Tel: 020 7529 1554
7. Mortimer House
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This club is housed in a lofty seven-storey Art Deco building in the heart of Fitzrovia in central London.
Members enjoy access to a plethora of meeting rooms and spaces, which are capable of hosting everything from laid-back coffee breaks to private presentations and product launches.
Dedicated workspaces include private studies, desks where individuals can get down to business, and communal spaces, including a living room, den and loft space, which are perfect for working on more collaborative projects.
All the rooms come kitted out with state-of-the-art AV technology so you can hook up a computer and give a presentation if you choose.
A nice added extra is that room service can be ordered from any of the club’s many rooms.
Membership
- House: Gives access to communal workspaces for five, twelve or unlimited work days per month. House members also enjoy full access to meeting rooms, the gym and all House events. Price: From £300 per month.
- Resident: Gives access to a dedicated individual workspace and unlimited access to member lounges, meeting rooms, the gym and events programme on any day of the week.
Price: From £1,000 per month.
- Study: Gives access to a dedicated team office (from 5 to 50 people) and unlimited access to communal floors, meeting rooms, the gym and events programme on any day of the week. Prices upon request.
You can join the club by using the form on this page.
Top Tip: Keep your eye on the club’s well-being calendar because the club hosts leading lights from the wellness world who give lectures and classes on nutrition, stretching, mental health and manifestation.
Contact Info
37-41 Mortimer St
London
W1T 3JH.
Tel: 020 7337 7400.
Final Thoughts
London’s private members’ club scene may be much-changed since its heyday in Victorian and Edwardian England but it is still going strong and continues to diversify and democratise.
The business focus of the most recent clubs is just one example of the scene catching the zeitgeist.
The rise of remote and hybrid work and the post-covid boom in work-from-home jobs mean there has never been a more urgent need for business leaders to find new ways to network and connect in person.
By joining one of the business-focused clubs on our list you can do just that.
For more suggestions on where to find the best London clubs with a business focus, get in touch and we’ll happily provide more info.
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