Nightclub interior after 2009 refurbishment

Chinawhite was a nightclub in central London. The original club was located between Piccadilly Circus and Soho,[1] but the club closed in December 2008 due to the building being sold. It re-opened at a new location in London on 20 October 2009 at 4 Winsley Street, in Fitzrovia. In 2012 there was a partial re-brand and name change to "Libertine by Chinawhite".[2][3] It is part of the wider Chinawhite group which owns and operates a selection of nightclubs, including in Manchester,[4] Birmingham, and Newcastle.

Original Soho club

Map displaying approximate location near Piccadilly Circus of the original Chinawhite nightclub in central London

The original Chinawhite venue near Piccadilly Circus became a well known celebrity club; being attended by Premier League footballers, Page 3 girls, and young people in the entertainment industry.[5][6] The Virgin Pocket Guide to London noted that it was "notoriously tough to get into" unless you were a member or celebrity,[7] and another publication stated that "you may have to sell your organs to get into this celebrity pick-up joint with lightly trashy overtones".[8] Kate Moss, Jemma Kidd, Leonardo DiCaprio, Mick Hucknall and Jude Law were names well connected with the club.[9][10]

The original club in Soho had a number of "suites" with soft, bed-like lounging areas. including a "VIP suite" which gained notoriety in the British press over the years.[11] The Unofficial Guide to London described the club as "highly artistic and colourful", and noted the "oriental styles and Chinese daybeds mixed with theatrical flair [and] unique lighting and cushions everywhere".[12]

Fitzrovia club

In 2009, Chinawhite undertook an extensive 16-week refurbishment project which was completed by Phelan Construction Ltd the same year.[13] The new club in Fitzrovia a main room, a VIP room, an Asian inspired "Mao Room" and an upstairs bar called the Code. [14] It continues to be a celebrity hotspot[15][16] and one of the eminent brands in London nightlife.[17]

Belfast club

In September 2014, it was reported in Business and Leadership and the Belfast Telegraph that Chinawhite was to open a club in Belfast, and would employ 60 people at the new venue.[18][19] The club is to locate in the city's Linen Quarter. This ceased trade in late 2018.[20]

Chinawhite Manchester

In November 2018 Chinawhite Manchester opened, located on 244 Deansgate.[21] The design is styled to take inspiration from the original Chinawhite and features an opulent interior with Asian influences.[22]

Ownership

The nightclub is run by the Chinawhite Group. Firstfind Limited oversees the central office functions and grants licenses for locations to operate under the "Chinawhite" brand. The largest single shareholder[23] is Elstrad Ltd, held in trust for Constantine Kulukundis. The Kulukundis family holds a reputable name within the international shipping industry. Following closely is Pareto Investments, owned by Fred Moss. The third major shareholder is So Ha Garment Co Ltd, with an unknown benefactor.

References

  1. ↑ Gervat, Claire; Gavin, Francesca (2006). Alan S. Davis (ed.). Night+Day London (travel guide). the Cool Cities series from pulseguides. USA: ASDavis Media Group. p. 238. ISBN 978-0-9766013-7-1.
  2. ↑ "Libertine By Chinawhite". LibertindLDN.
  3. ↑ bighospitality.co.uk. "Chinawhite nightclub set to re-open as Libertine". bighospitality.co.uk. Retrieved 30 April 2019.
  4. ↑ Heward, Emily (18 October 2018). "London celebrity nightclub Chinawhite to open in Manchester". men. Retrieved 30 April 2019.
  5. ↑ Reade, Brian (14 January 2011). 44 Years With The Same Bird: A Liverpudlian Love Affair. Pan Macmillan. p. 238. ISBN 978-0-330-54042-1.
  6. ↑ Williams, Andy (1 August 2011). Robin Van Persie: The Biography. John Blake Publishing, Limited. p. 106. ISBN 978-1-84358-836-8.
  7. ↑ London: 1000 of the best places to eat, drink and shop (travel guide). Globe Pequot Press, The Virgin Publishing, Trafalgar Square. 1 April 2001. ISBN 978-0-7627-0962-5.
  8. ↑ Gervat, Claire; Gavin, Francesca (2006). Night + Day London. ASDavis Media Group. p. 75. ISBN 978-0-9766013-7-1.
  9. ↑ Clare, Richard de (1 September 2002). Night Out in London. Niche Publications. p. 108. ISBN 978-0-9532299-0-1.
  10. ↑ "Chinawhite". LondonTown.com. Retrieved 4 July 2009.
  11. ↑ "Chelsea stars celebrate victory with Jenna Jameson". The Spoiler. Retrieved 4 July 2009.
  12. ↑ Logan, Lesley (10 January 2008). The Unofficial Guide to London. John Wiley & Sons. p. 373. ISBN 978-0-470-13829-8.
  13. ↑ "Chinawhite". Phelans.co.uk. Archived from the original on 13 February 2010. Retrieved 2 February 2010.
  14. ↑ "LibertineLDN". libertine. Retrieved 30 April 2019.
  15. ↑ Randell, Louise (6 February 2019). "Liam Payne 'bedded Love Island's Amber Davies' after Cheryl split". mirror. Retrieved 30 April 2019.
  16. ↑ "Danny Dyer jokes daughter Dani was conceived in two minutes". Metro. 12 October 2018. Retrieved 30 April 2019.
  17. ↑ "The World's Finest Clubs | Libertine | London | United Kingdom". www.finestclubs.com. Retrieved 30 April 2019.
  18. ↑ "Famous nightclub Chinawhite to open in Belfast". Business & Leadership. 18 September 2014. Archived from the original on 22 September 2014. Retrieved 18 September 2014.
  19. ↑ "Nightclub brings 60 new jobs". Belfast Telegraph. 18 September 2014.
  20. ↑ Scott, Sarah (28 November 2018). "This is what Belfast nightclub Chinawhite is being turned into". belfastlive. Retrieved 30 April 2019.
  21. ↑ Heward, Emily (18 October 2018). "London celebrity nightclub Chinawhite to open in Manchester". men. Retrieved 30 April 2019.
  22. ↑ marieharwood (12 November 2018). "The Glamorous Nightclub Chinawhite Has Arrived". About Manchester. Retrieved 30 April 2019.
  23. ↑ "FIRSTFIND LIMITED persons with significant control - Find and update company information - GOV.UK". find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk. Retrieved 18 October 2023.

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