Our Commitment

We are proud to welcome families to Bilton Club and provide activities and events for children and young people. These rules are in place to balance the needs of families with those of our wider membership, ensuring that the Club remains a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment for everyone. To ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, the following rules apply.

1. Supervision of Children

• All children and young people under the age of 18 must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult at all times.
• Parents and responsible adults are accountable for the behaviour, safety and supervision of children in their care.
• Children must not be left unattended or allowed to roam freely around the premises.
• Club staff are not responsible for supervising children.
• Children and young people under 18 may approach the bar to purchase non-alcoholic refreshments, provided they remain under the supervision of a responsible adult.
• Children must not congregate around the bar, obstruct service or cause disruption to other members.
• Alcohol will not be sold or supplied to anyone under the age of 18.
• Club management reserves the right to require a responsible adult to purchase refreshments on behalf of a child where necessary.

2. Children’s Curfew - 9:00pm

• All under-18s must leave the Club premises by 9:00pm.
• The only exception is for children attending a private function, subject to the conditions outlined below.

3. Private Functions

• Children attending a private party or function may remain on the premises after 9:00pm.
• They must remain within the Concert Room and under the direct supervision of their parent or responsible adult at all times.
• Children must not enter other areas of the Club or wander around the premises unsupervised.
• The function organiser is responsible for ensuring that all guests are made aware of this policy.

4. Sports Bar Access & Junior Membership

• Only registered Junior Members are permitted in the Sports Bar, and they must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
• Junior Members may use the Sports Bar until 9:00pm only.
• Junior Membership costs £5 per year.
• Junior Membership does not permit unsupervised access to the Club or its facilities.

5. Behaviour & Enforcement

• Children and young people must behave respectfully towards members, guests, staff and Club property.
• Parents and responsible adults must intervene promptly if a child’s behaviour becomes disruptive or unsafe.
• Children who are not adequately supervised will be asked to leave the premises with their accompanying adult.
• Repeated breaches or serious incidents may result in the suspension of the responsible adult’s Club membership, in accordance with the Club’s rules and disciplinary procedures.
• Club management reserves the right to refuse entry or request that individuals leave where these rules are not followed.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Bilton Club Management & Committee