Historically, private members’ clubs were reserved for wealthy, high-society men. Gentlemen’s clubs began around the 17th century, with London being the main hub – particularly around the ...

London's oldest gentlemen's club, White's, began life in Mayfair in 1693 as Mrs White's Chocolate House, founded by an Italian migrant, Francesco Bianco. It was a place where men could meet up ...

Founded in 1831, the opulent private club has long guarded its membership list closely. A leak this month caused a scandal. By Mark Landler Reporting from London On a side street in Covent Garden ...