Member Benefits/Club Services

It's true; Membership does have its benefits. A wide variety of Club services and conveniences are offered to our members.
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Reciprocal Clubs

The Club maintains relationships with over 250 reciprocal clubs across the United States and worldwide. Members are required to have a Letter of Introduction sent prior to arrival.

Business

The University and Whist Club is equipped with free Wi-Fi throughout the entire building.

Take Out Service
As a private member, takeout food service is available during lunch and dinner from our a Dining Room Menus.

Wine and Spirits

Members are permitted to purchase spirits, wine, beer or alcohol for consumption outside of the Club at wholesale cost + 10%.
In-Home Catering services are available to members planning at-home dinner parties or events. Menus and services can be arranged through the Catering Office.

Private Rooms

The Club maintains several private dining rooms on the first and second floors that are available for members for personal or business related functions. Private dining room seating ranges from 6 to 180 people. Private dining rooms must be reserved through the club office.

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Children's Needs

The Club is family oriented and realizes children's needs are different than adult's. The Club strives to provide programs, activities and food choices, which make their visit memorable and enjoyable. Children under the age of 5 eat free at the Club from the Children's Menu in our a la carte dining rooms.

Spouses

Spouses and domestic partners are automatically entitled to use the Club and reciprocal clubs at their leisure. Charges reflecting their use will appear on your monthly statement. Spouses and domestic partners may also serve on Club committees but may not chair the committee or vote.

Late Arrivals

Running behind schedule and your guest has already arrived at the Club? Call the Club and an employee will inform your guest and see to their comfort until you arrive.

The Tilton Mansion home to the University and Whist Club is temporarily closed until May 15th due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the State of Emergency issued by the Governor of Delaware