London celebrity haunt the Groucho Club has closed after claims a “serious crime” took place there.
The swanky Soho joint had its licence suspended by Westminster City Council on Tuesday after a request by the Metropolitan Police.
It’s understood the members-only venue co-operated with the council and acknowledged the seriousness of the allegations.
“This decision follows reports that a serious crime may have taken place at the premises in circumstances linked to a breach in the premises licencing conditions,” a council spokesperson said.
“The allegations are subject to an ongoing police investigation and we cannot comment further at this stage.”
A full hearing must take place within 28 days from when the Met Police submitted the review application.
The police force and the Groucho Club have been approached for comment.
The club opened in 1985 and was named after comedian and actor Groucho Marx, who reportedly once said he would refuse to join any club that would have him as a member.
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Populated by A-list celebrities, with others – such as the Spice Girls – unceremoniously refused entry, the Groucho Club has become a renowned meeting place for actors, comedians and media executives.
Such was the venue’s success at attracting members that a rival Soho club was said to have been launched purely to cater for rejected Groucho applicants.
