The Arts Club

Spear’s Review

No other club can boast such illustrious founding members as The Arts Club on Dover Street. Charles Dickens, Anthony Trollope and Lord Leighton were among those who founded the club in 1863, and other members have included Auguste Rodin, James Whistler and Franz Liszt.

These days the club continues to attract creatives and thought leaders in their droves. Gwyneth Paltrow and Grayson Perry have been members, as have journalist Matthew Parris and cricket commentator Henry Blofeld.

Members can enjoy art displays, health and wellness facilities and excellent dining, as well as DJs and performances by established and up-and-coming musicians.

The club currently offers four different memberships, with ‘second persons’ and young members gaining access for roughly half the price of full members, and an option for those who would like access to The Arts Club Dubai.