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This is a club, which means that the bar may be only open to members.
Founded in 1883 by Gertrude Jackson as a counter to the various gentlemen's clubs in London which did not admit women members at that time. It is a club for "graduate and professional women of varied backgrounds and interests". Past members have included suffragette Emily Davison, and author Dorothy L Sayers; and more recently comedian Sandi Toksvig and actress Sheila Hancock.
The house was originally designed by TH Wyatt for Lord Arthur Russell; it is now owned freehold by its membership. Facilities for members include a dining room, drawing room, restaurant, library, small garden area, and a bar! The club is open 24 hours a day. There is an extensive programme of events.
Outside the club is a Victorian lamppost, containing a trapdoor that during the Cold War was apparently used by the Soviet embassy as a dead letter drop, indicated by a chalk mark on the lamppost base whenever a drop was made!
Historic Interest
Grade II listed, Historic England entry 1264617. The Club was reputedly used by the authoress Dorothy L. Sayers as the model for “Belchesters’ House” in Audley Square that Lord Peter Wimsey took after he married.
University Women's Club, London
Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals
Accommodation
Events
Function Room
Restaurant
Separate Bar
Wi Fi
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