The Bletherin’ – Whisky Club

Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 19h January 2026

By joining The Bletherin’, the whisky club operated by The Foghouse, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions.

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1. Definitions

• “The Club” refers to The Bletherin’ – The Foghouse Whisky Club.

• “We”, “Us”, “Our” refers to The Foghouse and its operators.

• “Member” refers to any individual accepted into The Club.

• “Premises” refers to The Foghouse whisky bar and any associated venues.

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2. Eligibility & Membership

• Membership is strictly limited to persons aged 18 or over.

• Proof of age may be required at any event.

• We reserve the right to refuse or revoke membership at our discretion.

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3. Membership Fees

• Membership fees (if applicable) are payable in advance.

• Fees are non-refundable, except where required by law.

• Membership benefits have no cash alternative.

• Prices may change for future membership periods, but existing members will be notified in advance.

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4. Membership Term

• Membership runs for the period stated at the time of joining (e.g. annual).

• Membership does not automatically renew unless explicitly stated.

• Lapsed memberships may require reapplication.

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5. Events & Tastings

• Club events are subject to availability and may have limited spaces.

• Booking may be required for specific events.

• Tastings may include alcohol; Members are expected to drink responsibly.

• We reserve the right to substitute whiskies where availability changes.

• Event dates, times, or content may be altered where necessary.

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6. Responsible Drinking

• The Foghouse promotes responsible enjoyment of alcohol.

• We reserve the right to refuse service or remove any Member who is intoxicated, disruptive, or behaving irresponsibly.

• Members are responsible for arranging safe transport home.

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7. Member Conduct

Members must:

• Treat staff, guests, and fellow Members with respect.

• Follow all venue rules and licensing laws.

• Not resell, transfer, or misuse Club benefits.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate membership without refund for misconduct.

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8. Guests

• Guest policies (if allowed) will be stated per event.

• Guests must also be over 18 and comply with these Terms.

• Members are responsible for their guests’ behaviour.

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9. Whisky Availability

• Limited or exclusive whiskies are offered subject to availability.

• We cannot guarantee repeat availability of any whisky.

• Bottle allocations, purchase limits, or tasting measures may apply.

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10. Cancellations & Changes

• We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule events due to unforeseen circumstances.

• Where an event is cancelled by us, reasonable alternatives or refunds may be offered at our discretion.

• No refunds are given for non-attendance unless otherwise stated.

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11. Health & Allergies

• Members must inform us of any relevant allergies where appropriate.

• We cannot guarantee allergen-free environments.

• Participation in tastings is entirely at the Member’s own risk.

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12. Photography & Media

• Events may be photographed or recorded for promotional purposes.

• By attending, you consent to reasonable use of images unless you notify us otherwise in advance.

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13. Data Protection & Privacy

• Personal data will be handled in accordance with UK GDPR and our Privacy Policy.

• We will not sell your data to third parties.

• Members may unsubscribe from communications at any time.

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14. Liability

• We are not responsible for loss, damage, or injury except where caused by our negligence or where liability cannot be excluded by law.

• Personal belongings are brought onto the Premises at the Member’s own risk.

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15. Amendments

• We may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time.

• Members will be notified of material changes.

• Continued membership constitutes acceptance of updated terms.

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16. Governing Law

• These Terms & Conditions are governed by Scottish law.

• Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Scottish courts.

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17. Contact

For questions regarding membership or these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

The Foghouse
📧 mike@wearefoghouse.com
📍 The Foghouse, 55-57 Market Place, Inverurie, AB51 3PY

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