Club Membership Rules & Regulations
Why do I need to become a member?
We are compelled by the terms of our license to operate as a members club, however members clubs tend to generate images of aloof, cliquey, unfriendly places, but this couldn't be further from the truth. We are a modern, open and friendly club and very much welcome and enjoy a constant influx of new members. Membership allows our members to enjoy the excellent value and facilities we offer and in a consistent way: in a safe environment, with like minded people, free from hassle and intimidation.
How do I become a member?
Firstly visit the Club a few times to see if you like what we offer. Tell the bar steward you found our website and have popped in for a drink. If you wish to join ask for an application form from the bar, complete the form and submit with the standard £15 membership fee. The membership form will need to be completed in full and your membership proposed by two current members, with their membership numbers. Please ask at the bar for assistance if required. The form will be reviewed at the next available committee meeting where upon the committee will discuss whether the candidate is deemed suitable.
If successful, then the fee will be banked and a membership card will be issued by the secretary usually within a fortnight. If unsuccessful, then fees will be returned in cheque form by post with a covering letter.
If successful, then the fee will be banked and a membership card will be issued by the secretary usually within a fortnight. If unsuccessful, then fees will be returned in cheque form by post with a covering letter.
Rules of membership 2007
The partner of the name that appears on the membership card is entitled free admittance if accompanied by that person, this also includes their children (no children under 14 are allowed in or at the bar area).
Members can sign in no more than two people per day and a small entrance fee will be incurred.
New members are under a six month probationary period where upon unsuitable behaviour will result in the removal of membership, a possible temporary ban of the premises and will have to re-apply for membership.
Members can sign in no more than two people per day and a small entrance fee will be incurred.
New members are under a six month probationary period where upon unsuitable behaviour will result in the removal of membership, a possible temporary ban of the premises and will have to re-apply for membership.
Licensing Act 2003
UNDERAGE DRINKING: Staff & Committee have been instructed to ask for proof of age if they suspect that a young person under 18 years of age is attempting to purchase alcohol, contrary to the licensing act 2003. NO PROOF OF AGE, NO ALCOHOL.
DRUNKEN BEHAVIOUR: Staff & Committee have the right to refuse to serve persons they suspect to be drunk, or to serve persons attempting to purchase alcohol for persons they suspect to be drunk.
The management and staff reserve the right to refuse to serve and admit persons into the premises, failure to comply will be reported to the police.
To see the full licensing act in full please visit: http://www.opsi.gov.uk/ACTS/acts2003/20030017.htm
DRUNKEN BEHAVIOUR: Staff & Committee have the right to refuse to serve persons they suspect to be drunk, or to serve persons attempting to purchase alcohol for persons they suspect to be drunk.
The management and staff reserve the right to refuse to serve and admit persons into the premises, failure to comply will be reported to the police.
To see the full licensing act in full please visit: http://www.opsi.gov.uk/ACTS/acts2003/20030017.htm
Smoking Policy
As from 1st of July 2007 virtually all enclosed public places and workplaces in England will become smokefree. A smokefree England will ensure a healthier environment, so everyone can socialise, relax, travel, shop and work free from secondhand smoke.
The following website provides you with information about the new legislation and lets you know how you can play an important part in creating a smokefree England: http://www.smokefreeengland.co.uk/
The following website provides you with information about the new legislation and lets you know how you can play an important part in creating a smokefree England: http://www.smokefreeengland.co.uk/
Club Rules
(UNDER CONSTRUCTION)