FAQ's
| Q | What are the benefits of joining the Carlton Club? |
| A | Benefits include use of the facilities in the beautiful St James’s Street clubhouse,
overnight accommodation and the ability to visit many reciprocal clubs around the world and attend wide variety of Club Events including political lunches, dinners and meetings with guest speakers. |
| Q | How do I join? |
| A | Candidates should be proposed and seconded by two existing Members who have themselves been Members for two years and have known you for two years. After consideration by the Scrutiny Committee, candidates’ names are entered into the Candidates’ Book where they must remain for at least two months before going forward for election. The procedure is the same for both UK and Overseas candidates. It is recommended that if you are interested in membership you contact Mary Sharp, Assistant Secretary, info@carltonclub.co.uk |
| Q | How much does membership cost? |
| A | There are different categories of membership which can be seen at http://www.carltonclub.co.uk/membership.asp. |
| Q | What is the dress code? |
| A | The dress code from Monday to Friday inclusive is jacket and tie for gentlemen. Ladies may wear trousers, but not denims. No trainers. The host of a private party is responsible for ensuring that his/her guests comply with the dress code and this should be made clear on any invitations. The Hall Porters are authorised to deny admission to anyone considered to be in breach of the dress code. |
| Q | May I use my mobile phone in the Club? |
| A | Mobile phones may only be used in bedrooms and in the Study which is located between the first and second floors. |
| Q | Do you have parking? |
| A | We do not have our own parking, but it is usually possible to park in St James’s Street, St James’s Square or Pall Mall. Meters are in operation until 6.30 p.m. and you need a mobile phone to pay for parking. The congestion charge is in operation until 6 p.m. |
| Q | Do you allow children? |
| A | The Club Rules specify that “no child under the age of ten years shall be admitted to the Club without the consent of the Secretary.” |
| Q | Is it possible for non-members to hold a private event in the Club? |
| A | All events held at the Club must be sponsored by a Member with the exception of weekend events such as weddings. Contact the Banqueting Department on 020 7399 0904/0903, selina.rowe@carltonclub.co.uk |
| Q | Can I attend an event as a non member? |
| A | Only as the guest of a member or by invitation to a private event. |
| Q | Can I hold my wedding at the Carlton Club? |
| A | The Club has a Civil Licence and weddings can be held at weekends throughout the year. Contact selina.rowe@carltonclub.co.uk |
| Q | What are your opening hours? |
| A | The Club is open from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday to Friday, but there is 24 hour security. |
| Q | What is your location? |
| A | The Carlton Club is situated at 69 St James’s Street, London SW1A 1PJ. A location map may be found at http://www.carltonclub.co.uk/contact.asp The nearest tube station is Green Park. |