Social Scene

Nick Clegg Book Talk

With interview by Chris Blackhurst, Member, journalist, commentator, author

Thursday 15th January 2026 7.30pm

Sir Nick Clegg is the former UK Deputy Prime Minister (2010-2015) and former President, Global Affairs at Meta (2018-2025). Prior to being elected to the UK Parliament in 2005, he worked in the European Commission and served for five years as a member of the European Parliament. He became leader of the Liberal Democrat party in 2007 and served as Deputy Prime Minister in the UK’s first coalition government since the war, from 2010 to 2015. He joined Meta, then called Facebook, in 2018 and became the company’s chief policy decision-maker and its principal interlocutor with world leaders, governments and policymakers around the globe. He has authored numerous publications, including Politics: Between the Extremes; and How To Stop Brexit (And Make Britain Great Again).

Join us for a delicious two-course dinner before Chris Blackhurst interviews Nick Clegg about his latest book and Nick signs copies of his book.

Members £65 | Guests £70

Book at Reception, give the team a call on 020 8480 4200 or login and book online via the Members’ website

Men’s Choir

Friday mornings 10.45 – 11.30am
16th January to 27th March

Gentlemen, this is the opportunity you’ve all been waiting for; join the brand new men’s choir run by Club Member and professional singer Anna Boucher! She will lead you through some fun repertoire, aiming for a performance in May together with the ladies’ choir.

Suitable for all abilities.

No session on 20th February.

£50 per person for the term.

Book now at Reception or give the team a call on 020 8480 4200

Plus SAVE THE DATE
For the 125 celebratory concert with the Ladies’ Choir on Thursday 14th May 2026

Building Strong Children in a Pressured World

With Sammy Mackey, Emotional Fitness Coach

Tuesday 10th February 7pm

Join Sammy Mackey, Club Member and Emotional Fitness Coach to understand the growing pressures children face today – and how to support them to thrive. Drawing on her background in psychology, education, and emotional wellbeing coaching, Sammy will explore where these pressures come from, what resilience truly is, why it matters, and how it can be strengthened at home and in everyday moments.

You’ll gain a clear understanding of how the brain responds to stress, how children form beliefs about themselves, and how these beliefs shape confidence and wellbeing. Sammy will share the practical, science-informed strategies she uses in her coaching work, along with simple take-home ideas you can start using right away to deepen connection and build your child’s resilience.

Free of charge for Members and Guests.

Book now at Reception or give the team a call on 020 8480 4200

Patrick Dow in concert

Wednesday 25th February 7.30pm

Join us for an unforgettable evening with baritone Patrick Dow, one of the most exciting young artists redefining the classical music scene. With a foundation in world-class operatic training and a deep love for modern music, Patrick has developed a distinctive sound that bridges genres and generations.

He has performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, from the London Coliseum to the White House, captivating audiences with his powerful voice and unique style. In this intimate, one-night-only concert, he fuses opera and contemporary music in a bold, genre-crossing performance sure to enchant audiences of all kinds.

Members £20 | Guests £25

Book at Reception, give the team a call on 020 8480 4200 or login and book online via the Members’ website