Clubhouse - what time to arrive?

Hi all,
I am a relatively new flyer and have just returned from a business trip in the USA... I flew in PE both ways however in a couple of weeks I will be flying UC to another business meeting. I am aware I will be able to use the club house however because I am quite a new flyer. I am unsure at what time I should arrive at the CH before my flight.
All comments welcome!
Thanks










edit to thread title for clarity by mod.........Nick

What time would you like to arrive? If you're flying at 8 pm you could arrive at 7 am if you really wanted to - but as a clubhouse newbie, it is worth enjoying all that it has to offer and at least giving yourself a full two hours in there.

yeah at least a good couple of hours. ive been plenty of times & still like to spend at least 2 hours prior to a flight to get something to eat & a couple of relaxed drinks

Ok thanks for the info!!

I always like to have breakfast and get a shave in the Clubhouse before enjoying a pre flight Mojito or two ):
I am intending on getting to the LGW Clubhouse at around 0700 for my 1120 flight to LAS tomorrow morning y)

I've had my first time in CH on Sunday and arrived around 2.30pm for a 9.50pm departure. I really have the time to enjoy everything the CH has to offer. Had late champagne brunch, complimentary massage at the Spa, a few cocktails at the Grey Goose Loft, a few nibbles here and there and took advantage of the business section to work through some emails. Time flew by and I couldn't believe that I had spent over 6 hours there...
For more details, please read my trip report for VS300.

I was under the impression you could not go in the clubhouse more than 3hrs before your flight.
Is this correct because I'm going to LHR clubhouse on the 17th of nov and will get there a lot earlier if I know I can get in the clubhouse earlier

[buns]

I was under the impression you could not go in the clubhouse more than 3hrs before your flight.
Is this correct because I'm going to LHR clubhouse on the 17th of nov and will get there a lot earlier if I know I can get in the clubhouse earlier

Are you gaining entry by virtue of your ticket?? If so, you are free to get there as early as you like

If you are entering as a guest of a UC passenger or Gold Card holder you can only enter after they have and leave when they do

buns

Flying PE and have paid extra for clubhouse.
Flying on VS 045 which leaves at 1pm but would like to have as much time as poss in CH,
Will they let us in at 9ish?

[honey lamb]

Flying PE and have paid extra for clubhouse.
Flying on VS 045 which leaves at 1pm but would like to have as much time as poss in CH,
Will they let us in at 9ish?

I'd say that because you have paid it might be restricted but in any case 3 hours would still give you a good flavour of the CH. After that it can become a tad boring