Photo: The Grafton Club
Grafton Club: Pool & Snooker in New Malden, London
The Grafton Club is a private members club in New Malden, a short walk from the station, built around four full-size snooker tables and an active darts section. It suits people who want proper full-size snooker in a settled, club-room atmosphere rather than a flashy pay-by-the-hour pool hall, and it has been a fixture here since 1931. The single most useful thing to know: this is a members club, so you join rather than just turn up to play, and the snooker is full-size rather than bar-table pool. Alongside the tables there is a fully stocked licensed bar with Sky and TNT Sports, plus occasional live music and open mic nights, so it leans social as much as competitive.
The snooker setup
Four full-size snooker tables are the heart of the club, with a healthy darts section running alongside them. This is full-size match snooker rather than the smaller pub or bar pool tables you find elsewhere, so it draws regular players and league-minded members more than casual drop-ins. The room is set up for proper frames and practice, and the darts side gives you something to do between tables. If you want serious cue time on full-size cloth in this corner of Kingston, this is the obvious spot.
Good to know
The Grafton is a private members club, so playing means joining rather than paying at the door for a one-off frame. There is a fully stocked licensed bar, and Sky and TNT Sports are on, which makes it a natural place to watch a match. Live music and open mic evenings run from time to time, so check what is on if you want a social night rather than a quiet practice session. Membership applications and current details go through the club's website contact page.
Common questions
- What is the Grafton Club?
- It is a private members club in New Malden with four full-size snooker tables, a darts section and a fully stocked bar. It opened in 1931 and is a short walk from New Malden station.
- Is the Grafton Club free to play?
- There is no published pay-per-frame price. It is a members club, so playing is tied to membership rather than a one-off door fee. Check the club's website for current membership details.
- Can I just walk in or do I need to be a member?
- It is a private members club, so you join rather than simply turning up to play. Membership applications go through the club's website contact page.
- How many snooker tables does the Grafton Club have?
- Four full-size snooker tables, plus a darts section.
- Does the Grafton Club have a bar?
- Yes. There is a fully stocked licensed bar with Sky and TNT Sports, and live music or open mic evenings run from time to time.
- Where is the Grafton Club and what is the nearest station?
- It is at 36 Grafton Road, New Malden, KT3 3AA, a short walk from New Malden station.
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