After nearly 40 years of outrageous hedonism, mad behaviour and wall-to-wall celebrities in various states of ‘relaxation’,

As investigations continue, the future of the Groucho Club remains uncertain. Could it reopen under new management, or will the allegations tarnish its reputation beyond repair? For now, the iconic haunt stands silent, its once-vibrant halls now shrouded in mystery.

The coming weeks may shed light on the true nature of the troubling events that led to its closure, offering either vindication or condemnation for those involved. One thing is certain: the Groucho Club’s closure is not just the end of a chapter but perhaps the beginning of a long, unfolding saga.

Soho’s last bastion of proper, unfettered fun – or, as non-members see it, a haven of pretentious, show-off nonsense –

For many, the Groucho Club symbolized more than a physical space—it was an institution, a cultural hub where creative minds mingled. Its closure marks the end of an era, but the allegations surrounding its demise threaten to overshadow its storied legacy.

Prominent members have expressed their disappointment, with some lamenting the loss of a Soho landmark, while others have called for transparency and accountability.

has been shut down. It all happened late on Tuesday morning. As the Mail reported, Westminster Council suspended the club’s licence at the request of the Metropolitan Police who are investigating a ‘recent serious criminal offence’ on the premises.This is not the first crackdown by the council.

Last month it shut the famous gay nightclub Heaven when a security guard was charged with raping a woman in the vicinity of the club and management were reportedly slow to act. But,

in the meantime, the 5,000 members – who all received an email from new Groucho chief executive, Elli Jafari, informing them of the closure – are agog.