Welcome To Lighthouse Social, London’s Latest Members’ Club
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London is a members’ club haven: whether it’s creative connections, good food and wine or female empowerment, whatever you’re looking for, there’s a club for it. And luckily, in the 21st century, they’re not as stuffy as days of yore. Instead, they’re all about high-quality restaurants, snazzy interiors and fostering a home-from-home for their members. Cue Lighthouse Social, the latest contemporary members’ club on the scene, opening very soon. Here’s what to expect – plus how to snap up your membership.
(© Alexander James for Lighthouse Social)
Lighthouse Social: London’s Newest Private Members’ Club
Located on the banks of the Thames, Lighthouse Social will appeal to the every need of the modern Londoner with eclectic yet chic interiors and breathtaking riverside views. And trust us when we say those views are truly endless: floor-to-ceiling windows throughout gaze over the swaying Thames, with panoramic rooftop views stretching as far as Wembley Stadium. Supreme sundowners incoming…
A restaurant and multiple bars will keep members fed and watered, while a screening room, library, shared workspace and Club Crèche for little ones will keep everyone occupied and entertained whatever the purpose. Speaking of food, Fulham local and MasterChef: The Professionals finalist Philli Armitage-Mattin is Chef Partner and has crafted a distinctly playful all day menu fusing Korean and south east Asian flavours with New York style comfort food.
Sunset views from The Hammersmith Bar & Terrace. (© Alexander James for Lighthouse Social)
‘Lighthouse Social will be a neighbourhood club that attracts members from all cultures, backgrounds, industries and interests,’ says head of membership Emily Biggs. ‘We want people with much to say and nothing to prove. Answering the neighbourhood’s need for a warm, vibrant space to create and cultivate in, Lighthouse Social will provide members with a compelling reason to stay ‘west’ without having to leave the area that they love.
‘From our thought-provoking programming to our delicious food and drink, we will be collaborating with the very best to build a highly engaged community that will grow and develop with us,’ Emily adds.
The very best indeed: the design brief for Lighthouse Social was created by none other than Jamie Caring – one of the most influential voices in contemporary club development. Top-notch design was naturally top of the bill, but Caring also wanted to create a space that feels inclusive, comfortable and stylish, all while being multi-functional. Imagine stepping into the home of your most stylish, city-chic friend, and you’d have something like Lighthouse Social.
The Exterior
Situated atop Fulham Pier beside the historic Bishops Park and Craven Cottage, the Lighthouse Social building is part of Fulham FC’s impressive redevelopment of its Riverside Stand, which is being transformed into a world-class riverfront destination providing a spa and fitness suite complete with a rooftop pool, restaurants and bars, a boutique 13-room hotel, a basement entertainment zone featuring a cinema and sports bar and, of course, Lighthouse Social. This will be the first Premier League football club with a private members’ club on site – but don’t worry, you’ll still need a membership to enter.
All of this was designed by architecture and design practice Stuart Forbes Associates, which has helmed design of everything from the River Cafe and Spring restaurants in London to lodges for Volcanoes Safaris in Uganda and Rwanda.
(© Alexander James for Lighthouse Social)
The Interiors
Split over three floors – amounting to 10,000 sq ft of indoor space and 2,000 sq ft of outdoor space – the interiors have been helmed by Parisian practice Dion et Arles. Think sumptuous fabrics, comfortable seating, voguish wall hangings, and the tiniest attention-to-detail moments, including (whisper it) the most subtle of references to next door neighbour Craven Cottage.
Before Lighthouse Social, Dion et Arles has crafted beautiful spaces in restaurants, bars and hotels across the world. In London, this includes Dovetale, Louis, Bar des Pres, Il Gattopardo and The Standard Hotel in King’s Cross.
(© Alexander James for Lighthouse Social)
What’s On?
Your social calendar is about to be jam-packed: Lighthouse Social is curating the coolest of cultural calendars, spanning live music to comedy, talks to film screenings. A range of club-within-a-clubs are already being formed, including The Lighthouse Film Club, Epicure (all things foodie), Lighthouse Masters: The Workshop Series, The Social and Wellness Series.
Lighthouse Social Opening Date
Lighthouse Social will officially open its doors on Wednesday 11 June 2025. Find it at Fulham Pier, London SW6 6HH.
How To Join Lighthouse Social
Prospective members can register their interest in Lighthouse Social at lighthousesocial.com
Memberships will be priced at £1,200 per year (joining fee £200), and £780 for under 30s (joining fee £150). Children aged one to six can be added for £840 per year (joining fee £100).
