Irish In Britain

First opened in 1949 and was originally located within St. Josephs church hall and later moved to Fratton Trade Club by Fratton Bridge, moving to its current building in 1973. The club employs 8 regular bar staff and has approximately 600 members who are able to enjoy the friendly relaxed atmosphere and regular entertainment such as music every week and, of course, Irish dancing. Facilities include a members bar, a large function hall with its’ own bar plus pool, darts and table football
Regular entertainment includes:

– Thursday evening Quiz followed by the members Treasure Chest draw

– Bar Music every Friday night

– Club dances every 6 to 8 weeks (please check the Events page for details)

– Meat raffle on Sunday afternoon with Bingo in the evening

– And don’t forget the Irish dancing! adults on Sunday afternoon and the children on Monday

– We also organise trips for members, memorable events in the past have included Riverdance, Ireland Rugby and of course the Christmas pantomime!