Private Events Brochure Our private event rooms, each with their own collection of contemporary art, are flexible and effortlessly stylish. The Groucho Club is the exceptional destination for special events. Our devoted and efficient staff can accommodate almost any configuration from an intimate private dinner, meeting, launch to full club hire for up to 500 guests. Nestled impressively in the heart of Soho, The Club is renowned for its stunning contemporary art collection which forms a sophisticated backdrop to any event. We even have twenty bedrooms should you and your guests wish to stay.
Club History In 1985, frustrated at the absence of a Club which women could freely use, some of the brightest minds in publishing put their heads together and those anarchic rebellious women decided to simply open their own - and it was from this maverick enterprise that the Groucho Club was born. Intended as a haven for the creative of soul and kindred of spirit, The Groucho quickly became a place of inspired sociability and subtle notoriety, and this legacy continues to imbue the character of the Club today. Exclusivity is required of a members club, yet due to the nature of its founding, the Groucho has always been characterised by an intimate, warm inclusivity reflecting the true individuality of its membership.
Snooker Room Caroline Walker Dan Welldon Roland Hicks Alessandro Raho Nina Fowler Miranda Donovan Gerald Laing Conor Harrington Cedric Christie Machiko Edmondson Tom Hammick On the 2nd floor, the Snooker Room is a hidden gem. With comfortable armchairs, a full-sized Snooker/Pool table, state of the art sound system and an 85" screen, this superb, highly flexible space is the ideal venue for Snooker or Pool tournaments with friends (whilst you watch sport on the big screen), presentations, drinks receptions, meetings, dinners and screenings. The table can also be covered to host intimate dinner parties. An internal staircase leads to the Mary-Lou Room. 6pm 1am 315 member 465 temporary member 395 member 520 temporary member 670cm 585cm 40 standing / 12 seated Stairs connecting to Mary-Lou Room AV 85 plasma screen with Sky TV VGA/HDMI/Wireless mac connections sound system with decks/ipod inputs Microphone Exit Window All measurements are approximate
Gennaro Room Harry Cory-Wright Ian Davenport Mark Mothersbaugh Gina Soden Charming Baker Sir Peter Blake Mike Tuck Sam McEwan The Gennaro Room is a newly renovated space on the second floor of the Club. Lifted up by our Groucho Elevator, with superb light, this adaptable yet elegant room is intimate enough for a chic dinner, a glamorous cocktail party or almost any permutation of meeting, seminar, workshop, disco etc. The Gennaro Room is also licensed for weddings and civil ceremonies for up to 60 guests. Lunch or dinner Boardroom Theatre Standing 60 (6 round tables of 10) 30 60 100 AV 55 plasma screen, VGA/HDMI connection, Sky TV, DVD player, ipod connection. 6pm 1am 515 member 695 temporary member 695 member 1075 temporary member A minimum spend may apply.
Mackintosh Room George Taylor Hugo Wilson Our second floor Mackintosh Room, overlooking Dean Street, is ideal for formal dinings or meetings and presentations. The space is named after Tony Mackintosh, a founder of the Groucho Club 270cm 355cm Lunch or dinner Boardroom 18 18 Exit AV 40" HD Plasma screen with VGA/HDMI connection, DVD, CD player, ipod connection 390cm 6pm 1am A minimum spend may apply. 470cm 260 member 340 temporary member 295 member 395 temporary member Ceiling height 260cm All measurements are approximate Window Window 660cm Window
Club Room Mark Mothersbaugh Danny Rolph David Whitaker Tim Noble & Sue Webster Cedric Christie Andy Harper Catherine Kurtz Carl Hopgood Located on the first floor, the Club Room is a snug, informal space with comfy sofas, armchairs, coffee tables and a 40" plasma screen. Perfect for small drinks parties, informal meetings or castings. Standing 20 Seated 12 Meeting 10 6pm 1am 260 member 340 temporary member 295 member 395 temporary member
Soho Bar Dan Baldwin Anthony Micallef Gavin Turk Henry Hudson Adam Hennessey Oliver Clegg Charming Baker David Mach Anthony Micallef Jamie Shovlin Jeremy Butler Richard Kirwan Natasha Law Peter Newman Boo Ritson Gary Hume Daniel Sturgis Susie Hamilton Mark Fairnington Marc Quinn Gary Hume On the first floor, this impressive T-shaped room features a long bar, flat screen television and speaker system. Available for hire Mondays and Saturdays, the room is perfect for larger parties and events. 150 standing. AV 40" LCD, Sky TV, Sound System, ipod connection, wireless mic. 6pm 2am 760 member 1000 temporary member 1,300 member 1,800 temporary member A minimum spend / minimum number applies.
Mary-Lou Room Michael Landy Jamie Reid Georgie Hopton Clare Woods Gavin Turk Angela de la Cruz Simon Periton Peter Blake Rachel Howard Fiona Banner Rachel Whiteread Catrin Saran James Des Hughes Gary Hume Jane Simpson Sarah Staton Tom Gidley Abigail Fallis Harland Miller Daniel Sturgis Johanna Melvin Ian Davenport Situated on the 1st floor, the Mary-Lou Room has recently been completely refurbished. It now features a completely new bar and a stunning fireplace by the Ian Davenportwall. The space interconnects doors to the Dining Room and internal staircase to the Screening Room. Standing Seated 50 30 AV 55" HD Plasma screen with Sky TV, VGA/HDMI Wireless mac connections Sound system with decks/ipod inputs 6pm 2am 415 member 595 temporary member 595 member 895 temporary member A minimum spend may apply.
Dining Room Graham Dolphin Colin Glen Alastair Mackie Hugo Wilson Nina Fowler Annie Kevans Chris Levine Nick Hornby Tessa Farmer Amy Stephens Oliver Beer Hayden Kays Geraldine Swayne The first floor Dining Room is normally our members' restaurant but is available for private hire on Mondays and Saturdays An ornate arched ceiling and glass roof, stunning 1970's crystal chandelier and polished wooden floors make this a very impressive private event location. The space interconnects with the Mary-Lou Room via double doors making it a very flexible space. There's also shared access to our outside space Liam's yard. 685cm Lunch or dinner 50 Standing 100 All measurements are approximate 470cm 760 member 1000 temporary member 635cm Doors to Smoking Terrace 95cm 6pm 2am A minimum spend applies. 1,300 member 1,800 temporary member 270cm Doors to Mary-Lou Room 115cm Exit 340cm 760cm
Accommodation Bedrooms Serviced Apartments The Groucho Club offers 20 bedrooms for the convenience of its members, their guests and guests of private events. Bedrooms vary in size and style from single rooms to biggest double rooms. All of our rooms have an en suite bathroom, full minibar, LCD flat screen TV with full SKY package, DVD player, free wifi, hair dryer, REN toiletries, Nespresso coffee machine and safe. selection of REN toiletries, rescue pack, well stocked mini bar and Nespresso coffee machine, telephone and safe. Room service, concierge and babysitting available. The Groucho Club has two newly acquired, fully served apartments located adjacent to the Club. Recently refurbished with all the mod cons including fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, WiFi, LCD flat screen TV's, SKY+, Apple TV, blue tooth speaker, minibar, complimentary REN toiletries and daily housekeeping this is the perfect pied-à-terre for the Lady or Gentleman about town. Members, or guests can book the apartment and are given temporary membership to all the Groucho Club's facilities. Prices start at 99 per room for members, including continental breakfast. Check in: 2pm; check out: 12pm For more information or to make an online booking go to www.thegrouchoclub.com or email reservations@thegrouchoclub.com We are taking short or longer term stays; it's your Groucho from Groucho by Groucho. For more information or to make an online booking go to www.thegrouchoclub.com or email reservations@thegrouchoclub.com
Bespoke A complete personalised service to your needs to make sure any event is distinctive and unforgettable. Here are just some of the services or accessories we can provide: Equipment & AV Fitted equipment is included in the room hire, but we can also provide: Flipchart easel Wireless mic CD and turntable decks Karaoke Please let us know if you have any further requirements. Entertainment & live music From a ballroom to a rave we can book a variety of trusted suppliers for entertainment: Wine tasting Cocktail making class DJ or live band Magician Vodka Luge Photo booth Children's entertainer Room dressing Table dressing We supply place cards, table plans and bespoke menus for your event at no additional charge. Floral arrangements A variety of sizes and types available to suit any occassion. Menus Henry Harris and our Executive Chef Tim Wilson will create tailor-made menus upon request. We can also supply bespoke birthday cakes.