Coimbatore English Club (Coimbatore)

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Now it is plain Coimbatore Club. It Got its name because it was exclusively for Europeans. Only in the 1950s Indian members were allowed.

This building was constructed in 1873. The earliest papers found in the club go back to 1859 when there was a book club here. A reading room for the book club was the first to come up where the club stands today.

A club was founded in every district headquarters town, as the British officers, civil servants and the increasing number of English businessmen had to spend their leisure hours in keeping with Victorian ethics and imperialistic prestige. A racquet court and a croquet ground were also built for recreation. In 1875, it was resolved that an East room should be built for "whist and smoking." The subject of a billiard board was mooted the same year.
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Coordinates:   10°59'49"N   76°58'29"E

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  • Content in the description taken from http://www.hindu.com/pp/2008/06/15/stories/2008061550010100.htm
  • The Times of India Directory of 1950 has the following entry: "English Club, Coimbatore (Estd. 1868). Entrance Fee : Rs.100, Subscription: Monthly Rs. 15. Absentee Rs.12 Annually.
  • I want join this club give me the details
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