Membership
a) No person under the age of 18 years shall be permitted to membership of the Club
b) Membership runs for a period of 1 year [365 days] from the date your membership is approved
c) Three categories of membership exist, although the Management Committee reserve the right to introduce new membership tiers as they see fit
     i. Adult – 18 years of age up to state pension age
     ii. Senior – of state pension age
     iii. Honorary – of 80 years of age or over
d) The cost of membership is a set amount regardless of when membership is purchased during the membership term
e) Members failing to renew their membership within a week of it expiring, will be subject to the new member joining fee
f) Members of the Nork Village Club are automatically made members of the Nork Community Association
g) Members must be able to present a valid membership card when requested to do so. Failure to produce a valid membership card will result in that person being asked to pay a visitor’s fee.
h) Members are responsible for a period of 6months for anyone that they recommend for membership. Any issues during this time will be put upon the new member and those who recommended them.
i) New members cannot recommend a new member for their first 6 months of membership

Guests
a) Non-members are only welcome to the club if they are escorted by a member.
b) Non-members are welcome to visit the club except on specific dates and times deemed by the Management Committee. These dates and times will be advertised ahead of time
c) Members are responsible for the behaviour of their guests
d) Guests are subject to a signing in fee and must sign in at the bar. Failure to sign in can result in the member and guest’s eviction from the premises
e) The club reserves the right to refuse entry to visitors at any time
f) Guests are subject to the same rules as Members.

Children
a) Children are welcome at the club at any time, except at times advertised in advance by the Bar Manager or Management Committee.
b) Children must be accompanied with an adult (18 years and over)
c) Parents or guardians are responsible for the behaviour of their children.
d) Children are not allowed to run around the club, climb on the furniture, or make excessive noise
e) Children may walk past the bar area for access to the garden area
f) Children are not permitted to stay around the bar area except with special permission provided from the Management Committee or Bar Manager
g) Children will not be served at the bar at any time for any drink or food

Dogs
a) Dogs must always be kept on a lead whilst on the premises, whether inside the building or in the garden area
b) Dogs must be kept clear of walkways. This rule does not apply to guide dogs or emotional support dogs
c) Owners may be asked to move their dogs away from the bar area during busy times or when deemed to be in the way
d) Any dog showing aggressive behaviour will be asked to be removed from the premises immediately.

Alcohol
a) Intoxicating liquor for consumption on the premises may be supplied only to persons over the age of 18 years who are Members of the Club or their Guests
b) Intoxicating liquor for consumption off the premises may be supplied only to members who are over the age of 18 years. It shall be supplied unopened.

Smoking and Vaping
a) There is strictly no smoking or vaping permitted in any area, inside of the club or at the front entrance of the building
b) A covered smoking area can always be found accessible to the rear of the building
c) Cigarettes must be disposed of in the bins provided

Dress Code
a) Dress code is smart casual
b) No vest tops at anytime
c) Shoes must always be worn
d) Clothing with offensive slogans/swearing are not permitted at any time

Gambling
a) Persons under the age of 18 are not permitted to play the fruit machines or any other lucky dip or lotto games
b) Persons under the age of 18 are not permitted to participate in gambling at any time

Our Values: Integrity, Fairness & Respect
Members
All members must abide by the rules and policies of the club. All club members and their guests have a responsibility to oppose discriminatory behaviour and promote equality of opportunity. The club will deal with any incidence of discriminatory anti-social or threatening behaviour seriously. The club respects the rights, dignity and worth of every person and will treat everyone equally, regardless of age, ability, gender, race, ethnicity, religious belief, sexuality or social/economic status. The club is committed to everyone having the right to enjoy the club in an environment free from threat of intimidation, harassment and abuse. All members are entitled to freely enjoy their membership of the club. All members must respect the rights of other members, guests and staff. All members are always entitled to be treated with courtesy and respect. The Club needs open, friendly and welcoming members. Please be tolerant of the views and behaviour of other members. Please be aware of the impact your behaviour may have on another member and be prepared to moderate your behaviour if you are asked to do so. All members are entitled to be free of harassment, bullying and abusive behaviour. Harassment is any course of conduct from someone who either knows or ought to know that it will cause harm or distress to the recipient. Bullying or abusive behaviour is any behaviour which is intended or is likely to cause a person to feel uncomfortable. In any club, issues and disputes between members do occasionally arise. These should be dealt with as informally as possible. If a member wishes to make a complaint, the person being complained about, and/ or any witness members, must act responsibly. Members must treat the process as confidential and do their best to minimise not exacerbate the problem. All complaints should be directed to the Club Secretary to be dealt with. Once the dispute has been dealt with all members must accept the conclusion and move on. All members should act in a positive and constructive manor towards the club. Fair and reasonable comment should be directed to the Chairman or a member of the Committee. Members must take reasonable care over health and safety of themselves and other members, particularly when running an event.


Committee Members
Committee members have the same rights as other members to enjoy their membership for a social purpose. Committee members take on a role and hence tasks on behalf of the whole club, which means they voluntarily give time and effort often above that of members to ensure that the club runs successfully. It is important that this is respected by all members, and other members support this work in a constructive way. The success of the club depends on all members contributing by organising and supporting events. Committee members have special responsibilities over and above those of an ordinary member. Committee members must act genuinely in the best interests of the club and its members present and future and
must not act for any collateral purpose or sectional interest. As a result of being a member of the Committee, members should not gain any additional benefit or advantage that is not generally available to all members, unless provided for under the Constitution. If Committee members find themselves in a position where a conflict of interest arises, they should disclose it to the Committee and not take part in any discussions or votes on the issue. Committee members must exercise reasonable skill and care in carrying out their duties, as might be expected from a person of their knowledge and experience. Committee members should be aware that their behaviour and conduct will be more prominent than that of ordinary members. Any behaviour which may undermine confidence in the club should be avoided. Committee members may come across confidential or sensitive information about members. They must respect and keep confidential any such information, not just while a member of the Committee or a member of the club but for all time. Committee members shall be elected each year. Existing committee members may be re-elected. The Management Committee shall be formed of a Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer, all of whom have served on the committee for at least 1 year’s term. Members of the club with 1+ years membership may be elected to the committee in a non-Management committee role.


Sanctions
Members who appear not to be keeping to this code of conduct may be asked to be more careful about their behaviour. In exceptional circumstances member(s) may be asked to leave the club. It is the right of the Committee to elect that a member’s membership be suspended for a set period or permanently revoked if deemed appropriate.


Members with disabilities (Disability Discrimination Act for Private Members’ Clubs)
Nork Village Club makes every effort where possible to provide events that are accessible to members with disabilities.Please note that due to the nature of the club (i.e. a multi-activity club) some activities may not be suitable for some people with a disability to attend. If members that are hosting an event are aware that disabled access to the venue is available, this information should be included in the event write up. If members with a disability would like to attend an event but are unsure whether it would be possible, they should contact the host for clarification. Hosts should be able to either: provide this information, find out this information, or provide contact details for the venue to enable members to source additional information directly.