I’m off clubbing

Wow, I’ve received an invite to dine at the Carlton Club to commemorate Nelson’s victory at Trafalgar. I’ve heard of the place but not really paid it much attention but one can tell a great deal from its web site. For instance the dress code:

In exceptionally hot weather the Secretary, or in his absence the senior member of staff on duty, may allow gentlemen to remove their jackets in the Wellington Room only.

The Rules of the Club state that only persons of full age who support the Conservative Party shall be eligible for membership.

Iain Duncan Smith refused membership to the club when it was offered to him on the grounds that it refuses equal access to women.