Clubs in Australia
Established in 1878, The Australian Club is one of nine clubs founded in Melbourne by English settlers in the 19th century. The Australian Club has a rich history and was originally founded as a venue for Melbourne and Victorian businessmen to lodge and associate. 110 Williams St. Melbourne. Ph +61 3 9672 1700
The Ballaarat Club was founded in 1872. In 1889, after a few years based elsewhere, it moved into the splendid clubrooms it still occupies today at 203 Dana Street. These clubrooms, unusually, were purpose-built for the Club. 203 Dana Street Ballarat.
The Echuca Club was formed as a social organisation at a meeting in 1897 and the existing building completed in 1903. 19 Murray Esplanade, Echuca. Ph 03 5482 1003
The driving force behind the establishment of the Hamilton Club, formed in 1875, was the first secretary, Alfred Tennyson Dickens, fourth son of novelist Charles Dickens. 39 Gray Street, Hamilton, Ph. 03 5572 2299
Established in 1865, the Kelvin Club is a private members club where old world meets new, nestled in the heart of Melbourne CBD. 14-30 Melbourne Place. Ph. 03 9654 5711
Formed in 1894, the Melbourne Savage Club is home to bohemian Melbourne for well over a century and provide a place for artists, intellectuals and business leaders to share ideas and enjoy good company. 12 Bank Place, Melbourne Ph. 03 9670 0644
Mildura Club Inc. established in 1894.
Lord Ranfurly was first president of the club, with W.B. Chaffey as vice president. Corner of Deakin Avenue and 9th Street. Ph. 03 5023 1006
The Official Home of the PGA of Australia, Sandhurst has state of the art facilities. 14 View St. Bendigo. Ph. 03 8787 7011
86 Kelper Street, Warrnambool, Victoria
Established in 1882, the Launceston Club is only a short stroll to the centre of the CBD. It also serves as a central location for all of Northern Tasmania’s stunning natural attractions. 61 Tam3 ar Street, Launceston, Tasmania. Ph. 06331 4011
The Tasmanian Club is one of Australia’s oldest and finest clubs. The Club combines its heritage and traditions with a contemporary and enlightened outlook whilst offering its Members the old-fashioned traditions of service, comfort, and courtesy. 132 Macquarie St. Hobart. Ph. 03 6223 2701
Established in 1877, The Albury Club is a symbol of Australia’s British heritage and an iconic piece of our region’s history. 519 Kiewa St, Albury NSW. Ph.
Located in the heart of Newcastle CBD, and established in 1885, the Newcastle Club is one of the oldest and most established private clubs in Australia. 40 Newcomen Street, Newcastle NSW. Ph. 02 4929 1224.
Since its formation in the 1880s, The Riverine Club has provided the perfect atmosphere for like-minded members to gather amid late Victorian architecture and heritage charm. Cnr of Tarcutta St & Sturt St, Wagga Wagga NSW. Ph. 02 6921 2031
The Canberra Club, was founded in 1931 and is now combined with the Canberra Services Club. 51 Blackall St, Barton, ACT. Ph. 02 6162 0503.
Established in 1885, the North Queensland Club provides an exclusive venue for professional, business, literary and rural communities of North Queensland. 146 Denham Street Townsville, QLD. Ph. 07 4771 2250.
Like The Geelong Club, The Queensland Club was established in 1859 with its current building opened in 1884. Situated in the heart of the city of Brisbane in an historic precinct opposite Parliament House. 19 George St, Brisbane City QLD. Ph. 07 3007 2200.
The Athenaeum Club, Hobart’s finest private social club for business, professional and academic people was formed in 1889 and the current heritage building occupied in 1903. 29 Davey Street, Hobart, Tasmania. Ph. 03 6223 5804.
Clubs in the U.K.
Founded in 1842, members of The Farmers Club have been at the heart of farming through a period of phenomenal change, culminating in today’s technologically driven powerhouse of rural communities. Members are all involved in either farming, agriculture, food, drink and related industries and welcomes all ages and families. 3 Whitehall Court, London. Ph. 020 7930 3557.
Established in 1895 by Oxbridge graduates, the City University Club is a lunch club in the heart of the financial area of London. The Club offers a first class meal in discreet circumstances for a modest price. 42 Crutched Friars London. Ph. 020 7167 6682.
Founded in 1882, the National Liberal Club built what was at the time of construction London’s largest purpose-built clubhouse. It has been a bastion for broadly Liberal values ever since, with an ethnically and socially diverse membership since its launch in the 1880s. 1 Whitehall Place, London. Ph. 020 7930 9871.
Founded in 1892, the Winchester House Club continues to prove itself as a popular and unique venue of choice for both its members and those seeking a perfect setting for their own private events or special occasions. 10 Lower Richmond Road, Putney, London. Ph. 0208 785 6657.
Clubs in South Africa
Founded in 1887 in the fledgling days of Johannesburg, Rand Club is the city’s most enduring social institution and finest heritage venue. 33 Loveday Street & Fox Street, Marshalltown, Johannesburg. Ph. 011 870 4260.
The Wanderers Club as it exists today was formed in 1888 and is a venue available to suit any occasion while socialising with members, family and friends. 21 North Street, Illovo, Johannesburg. Ph. +27 (0) 10 541 1250
Clubs Elsewhere
ROYAL CANADIAN MILITARY INSTITUTE
The Institute is an independent member-supported organization for the benefit of its members and the interested public, through the provision of exceptional services within a unique collegial environment. 426 University Avenue Toronto, Ontario. Ph. 416-597-0286.
An apex of excellence with numerous luxurious rooms, an elegant and lavish Lounge Cafe, Bar & Restaurant, Banquet, Billiards room, and Kids Zone. 231, 232, C4, C5, Prem Sagar, Narsinghpura, Jagatpura, Jaipur. Ph. 91-995 000 7750.
In 1903 senior British and Australians formed a British Club in Bangkok in the style enjoyed by their peers in the British Empire throughout the world. Soi 18, Silom Road, Bangkok. Ph. +66-2234-0247
The Hill Club was founded in 1876 by W.H. Walker, J. Wickwar and H. Saunders, early Coffee, Cinchona and Tea planters. The current building dates from the 1930s and has allowed membership to women and locals since 1967. The Hill Club is situated on a 26 acres (11 ha) property on Grand Hotel Road and is located adjoining the Nuwara Eliya Golf Club on one side and the country home of Sri Lanka’s President on the other.
29 Grand Hotel Road, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka P. +94-52 222 2653
The Royal Commonwealth Society of Malaysia
The Royal Commonwealth Society of Malaysia is one of very few branches of the Royal Commonwealth Society worldwide to have its own Club house and the RCS Malaysia is the only one to own the property on which the club house stands. Officially opened in 1971, there are full accommodation facilities as well as swimming pools, function rooms and the Tudor Bar. 4 Jalan Birah, Damansara Heights, 50490 Kuala Lumpur P: +603 2094 4089
Gwadar Gymkhana Club 
The Gwada Gymkhana Club is set on 15 acres in Gwada, Pakistan and has full accommodation, recreation and dining facilities with indoor and outdoor restaurants, five lane swimming pool, library, mini mart, men and women’s spas and cineplex. 1- Club Road, Platinum Seaview, North Darbela, Main CPEC, Gwadar, Pakistan P: +92 320 1245438
The Pacific Club is the oldest private club of its kind west of the Mississippi. While the Club has certainly evolved since its establishment in 1851, and some of the “polished manners” and “strict decorum” have faded, the principles upon which the Club were founded have not changed. Members value their membership because the Club promotes fellowship and camaraderie. The Club provides a beautiful setting for the reception of members, families, guests, travelers, and residents.
1451 Queen Emma Street Honolulu, HI 96813 Ph: 0011 808 536 0836