Welcome to the most exclusive private club for women in London
When you walk through the London neighborhood of Belgravia either Monday, Wednesday, Friday afternoon or Sunday at brunch time , enters a space-time bubble of poshism british , of dog walkers, ** gardens reserved for residents ** tended minute by minute until the leaves shine like mother of pearl and buildings of a white that damages the retina and resembles dollhouses with gigantism.
details at the entrance
In the midst of this almost unreal atmosphere, in the number 11c West Halkin Street , between a Waitrose supermarket (the upper class supermarket) and a flower shop, behind a small door of a deep slate color that makes it go unnoticed (probably with all the intention), is one of the most desired private clubs for women in the British capital.
Reading room
The gentlemen's clubs they are a classic of the British capital since the 18th century, when the West End became the place to be for high class knights , who burned the hours between tasting London Dry Gins and the game, in addition to the political intrigues.
If you have devoured the Netflix series like us The Crown , you will remember the parties that Prince Philip spent in one of these clubs while Queen Elizabeth was dedicated to reigning (and fighting with her sister). Three centuries later, the women's clubs claim your site as exclusive spaces for women and with an offer of services focused on work, social relations, personal care or gastronomy, among many other activities typical of the good life.
It's worth it just for its superfood breakfasts
The one that concerns us now is Grace Belgravia , which is defined as “ the leading women's health, wellness and lifestyle club , built on the philosophy that to thrive in today's busy world, we need to invest in our greatest asset, our health."
As stated in the presentation of its website, "women spend their lives doing several tasks at the same time, putting their family and work before their own health, which is untenable ”. Well, Grace Belgravia offers us the solution to this altruism that they consider intrinsically feminine (we will not get into this debate) and they promise us a sanctuary of tranquility and care, preventive medicine, spa, gym, anti-aging treatments, and basically anything a woman takes her fancy in the time she spends in this enclave of healthy waste.
Grace Belgravia Restaurant
Grace Belgravia's fame is also fueled by of the personality of its CEO, Kate Percival , who has come to star in the occasional report in magazines such as fashion . Described by the British newspaper The Telegraph as "the woman who has changed the rules of the game in the world of beauty", the also founder of the club claims the women's empowerment , so that she can be the best version of herself.
together with the doctor Tim Evans , Kate founded the club in 2012, and now she is the best ambassador of exclusivity and even, the mystery of the place She, and partners as famous as Cara Delevingne, Liz Hurley or Pippa Middleton ( who is said to have held a very affordable pre-wedding party here). These types of parties include dance classes, yoga, cardio training, meditation, skin treatments, catering …
At Traveler we have been fortunate to be able to visit this ‘fortress’ of female exclusivity , and the pastel tones of its decoration still appear to us in dreams.
The hall, despite being dark and occupied only by a solitary table, is quite a (somewhat intimidating) statement of intent: "You are entering a place within reach of few", it seems to say. After the last step, there it is, the real receiver the cool , which you will only access if you pass the stairs test.
Detail of the armchairs at the entrance
The reception is occupied by impeccable partners , sitting in front of a mirror that gives you back your image so that you confirm that yes, it is you, that you are there.
On the right side, a rest area with sofas and armchairs , endless white curtains and a collection of magazines not only for women, but also for fashion, art, culture, health...
Behind the reception, on the left, the reading room, decorated in shades of gray and green and presided over by a elizabeth taylor portrait (to remind you that no matter how many treatments you undergo, you will never be like her) by the British artist benjamin shine and made entirely with pieces of tulle.
The complete collection of the publisher Taschen it is waiting for you impeccably placed on simple shelves and low tables.
Detail of the reading room
Next to the library, and in case so much beauty, attention and an overdose of endorphins exhaust the members (anything can happen), nothing that a glass of champagne or superfood cocktail . Grace Belgravia's bar must have the largest warehouse of products in of the islands: Goji berries, agave syrup, hibiscus tea, quinoa-infused vodka…
Even so, let's not fool ourselves, what helps the most to recover after a few minutes of Ashtanga-Yoga It's a good plate of oat flakes with dates, apple, cinnamon, matcha tea and almond milk, layered with nut butter, coconut yogurt, muesli and fresh fruit.
In the grace belgravia restaurant , located at the back of the reception area, you will find day in, day out, ladies who have passed half a century but whom, due to their appearance and their sports attire sponsored by Stella McCartney, we could call 'girls'.
Practice all the sports you can imagine
The area that leaves us most ojiplático is, without a doubt, the Atrium , a vaulted corridor that connects the reception with the private facilities. Towering gleaming white walls, vases of flowers always fresh and not too ornate and not too lackluster: that is, the to perfection made corridor, the corridor of transit towards a better life, towards a starched paradise, but in which all of us, even for a microsecond, have wanted to be.
The first thing one encounters, if she is lucky enough to be able to get through the Atrium, is the atelier. The best and most exclusive clothes of the boutique Brown's, with brands like Gucci, Valentino, Saint Laurent...
In addition, the menu of services of such a chic place is not lacking, an exclusive gym, with more than 100 classes a week, personal trainers, and personalized programs that they call ' Body Revolution ’. What are the classes available? Types of yoga that we did not know existed, spin pilates, meditation, zumba...
The entrance is spectacular, anticipating what you will find
If all this were or seemed little, it is also accessible to anyone, man or woman, member or not, a range of private medical services . GP, acupuncture, bioidentical hormone therapy, emotional therapy, sleep therapy, fertility therapy, weight loss therapy, nutrition, physiotherapy…disciplines not yet invented may even be available on the market today. Grace Belgravia's medical menu.
And what hotel or gym doesn't have spa today? you can enjoy Endless pool circuits with temperature ranges between 16º and 50º, m barbecues between silver birch trunks, scents never before perceived by your pituitary, a pool that looks like polished glass, herbal sauna, steam rooms, relaxation area, treatments for any need (or craving) that can come to mind.
Grace Belgravia's Spa
But do not think that body care is separated from cultural nutrition. Grace Belgravia is a temple of holistic wellness, and the events about art, business, health or psychology They are also part of your offer.
The Atrium acts as a gallery, and on its pristine, light-filled walls, even on the cloudiest English days, works by both established and emerging artists are exhibited. Even the famous auction house Christie's It exhibits not only paintings, but also exclusive pieces of jewelry, as a preview of what will be auctioned later.
Everything you have read has the modest price of between £1,370 and £5,500 (1,556 and 6,248 euros respectively) year depending on the services you want to have, in addition to a registration fee of £2,000 (€2,270).
Grace Belgravia Restaurant