Support the House
Talbot House is not just a living museum, it is so much more than that.
It is a House of people, a historic place built around a single vision and run by a small team and a large community of enthusiastic volunteers. A driven team of like-minded people who work every day free of charge. All people with one common goal: to make this House a home.
To realise this vision and to provide for the costs of daily operation, maintenance and facilities, Talbot House, as an independent non-profit organisation, can use all the support it can get. Join our Talbotousians, the family of members who back the House.
Thanks to your contribution, whether financial or otherwise, we can continue to open the House to visitors in the future and future generations can continue to enjoy the rich history that Talbot House harbours.
Become a Talbotousian
On the 100th anniversary of Talbot House, on December 11, 2015, a new membership association was founded: the Talbotousians.
'Talbotousians' are the volunteers who welcome our guests, they are our members who support us financially and they are our board members who steer the ship. In short, people who have made Talbot House a second home.
The term 'Talbotousian' was coined during the First World War by Talbot House founder Philip 'Tubby' Clayton. Tubby gave this designation to everyone who donated his time and talent to the Every Man's Club.
And that is exactly what our Talbotousians still do today!
Become a Talbotousian
Our formulas
Now, what is in it for you? Pop in any time you want for a cuppa, obviously through the grand front door. Enjoy a delicious home cooked breakfast (with the real stuff, just like home), bring a friend, enjoy our Garden Party, stay overnight and enjoy the countless reductions on events. The kettle is on!
But most of all, become part of the legacy that is Talbot House. Support the House in its upkeep, write the next chapter in the life of our Club and rest easy at night knowing your contribution will go a long way in supporting the remembrance of the Talbotousians who came through here during the Great War.
Membership renewal is up on 11 December, the anniversary of the House. Join us after 11 June, you will get the next year free.
Bronze
Talboutousian Friend- Free access to Talbot House for a year
- Free access to all activities, events and exhibitions
- Two free Talbotousian meetings
- A periodic newsletter via email
- A Talbot House Christmas card with the annual overview
35 EUR • £30
(Family membership = 55 EUR • £48)
Silver
Talboutousian compagnon- All the benefits of Bronze Membership
- PLUS a voucher for a Talbot House English Breakfast for 1 or 2 people
77 EUR • £67
(Family membership = 87 EUR • £75)
Gold
Talboutousian Member- All the benefits of Bronze Membership
- PLUS an overnight stay in the guesthouse for 1 or 2 people with free breakfast
140 EUR • £122
(Family membership = 195 EUR • £170)
Oak
Talboutousian Member- A lifetime membership with all the benefits of Bronze Membership.
1250 EUR • £1.080
(Family membership = 1500 EUR • £1290)
Corporate Membership
- These companies have a significant ongoing commitment in supporting Talbot House. A minimum donation of €1,000 (£865) is offered to the Talbot House Association annually and can optionally be linked to specific renovation or restoration projects.
What do we spend the membership fee on?
Your annual contribution as a Talbotousian ensures that we can take care of:
- the maintenance and renovation of Talbot House as listed heritage
- ensuring the legacy and remembrance of the Talbotousians continues through exhibitions and events
- the expansion of the museum collection as a listed museum under Flemish law
In 2026, our members helped to pay for new heating in the Concert Hall and Slessoruim, the purchase of a set of original Wipers Times issues, replaced 24 beds in the Guest House, supported the upkeep of the Garden and the free attendance people with less means to our dinners and other events. The work continues with the Chapel carpet we plan to renew as well as all curtains in the House.
How do you become a Talbotousian or make a donation?
Welcome to the family. Join online today and visit us all year round. Membership renewal is up on 11 December, the anniversary of the House. Join us in the second half of the year and get a free year!
Below you can find our bank details, including those of our Foundation which is eligible for Gift Aid. If you have any questions, please get in touch via info@talbothouse.be .
EU bank details Talbot House Association (Belgium based)
IBAN: BE72 2850 3316 3016
Swift code: BIC GEBABEBB
Bank: BNP Paribas Fortis
UK bank details for Talbot House Association (Belgium based)
Sort Code: 55-61-31
Account Number: 70515948
Bank: NAT West
UK bank details for the Old Talbot House Foundation, UK based - eligible for Gift Aid
Sort code: 30-80-54
Account number: 19255460
IBAN: GB96LOYD30805419255460
BIC: LOYDGB21729
Bank: Lloyds
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