The_Troubadour,_London

Troubadour (London nightclub)

Troubadour (London nightclub)

Nightclub in Earls Court, London

For other uses, see Troubadour (disambiguation).

The Troubadour is a nightclub, restaurant and pub located at 265 Old Brompton Road, Earls Court, London. Established in 1954, it is one of the oldest and last remaining nightclubs and coffee houses of its era in London. It still offers live music seven days a week.

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Financial troubles

The Troubadour was in danger of closure due to financial difficulties after being served with a noise abatement notice in 2012, related to use of the garden. In 2015, ownership was taken over by shareholder Giles McNamee, who has indicated there will be future investments to keep the club open.[1][2]

Ownership

The Troubadour has had four proprietors since its opening:[3]

  • 1954–72, Michael Van Bloemen[4] and Sheila Van Bloemen, founders of the venue
  • 1972–98, Bruce Rogerson
  • 1998–2015, Simon Thornhill and Susie Thornhill.[2]
  • 2015–present, Giles McNamee[2]

Artists

The club has played host to a number of major artists in various stages of their careers. Among these have been:

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