DL CLUBS — David Lloyd Clubs Bank Charge Explained

DL CLUBS on your bank statement is a transaction descriptor for David Lloyd Clubs, a subscription company. David Lloyd Clubs are premium health and racquets clubs with gyms, pools, spas and tennis courts. A recurring charge is your monthly membership, which is typically higher than budget gyms and varies by club and tier.

What Is the DL CLUBS Charge?

DL CLUBS is a transaction descriptor for David Lloyd Clubs, a subscription company.

David Lloyd Clubs are premium health and racquets clubs with gyms, pools, spas and tennis courts. A recurring charge is your monthly membership, which is typically higher than budget gyms and varies by club and tier. Statements usually read DAVID LLOYD or DL LEISURE.

This code appears on your bank statement because banks display a short payment reference — set by the merchant's payment processor — rather than the company's full trading name. The code DL CLUBS is the official identifier that David Lloyd Clubs registered with Visa or Mastercard.

Is the DL CLUBS Charge Legitimate?

David Lloyd Clubs is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your David Lloyd Clubs account to review recent activity.

How Do I Cancel or Dispute a DL CLUBS Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from David Lloyd Clubs by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel your subscription: If you no longer want the service, log in to David Lloyd Clubs and cancel your subscription through account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you do not recognise the charge, contact David Lloyd Clubs customer support and ask for an explanation and refund.
  4. Dispute with your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, call the number on the back of your card and ask to raise a chargeback on the DL CLUBS transaction. Provide the transaction date and amount.
  5. Section 75 rights: If you paid by credit card and the amount was over £100, you may have additional protection under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974.

What Other Names Does David Lloyd Clubs Use on Bank Statements?

David Lloyd Clubs may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About DL CLUBS

What is DL CLUBS on my bank statement?

DL CLUBS is a bank statement transaction code for David Lloyd Clubs, a subscription company. David Lloyd Clubs are premium health and racquets clubs with gyms, pools, spas and tennis courts. A recurring charge is your monthly membership, which is typically higher than budget gyms and varies by club and tier. Statements usually read DAVID LLOYD or DL LEISURE. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Is DL CLUBS a scam?

David Lloyd Clubs is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your David Lloyd Clubs account to review recent activity.

Why is DL CLUBS on my bank statement?

DL CLUBS appears on your statement because David Lloyd Clubs processed a payment through their card payment provider. The code is set by their payment processor and is the official descriptor registered with Visa or Mastercard. Common reasons include a subscription renewal, a one-off purchase, or a trial period that has converted to a paid plan.

How do I cancel DL CLUBS?

To stop DL CLUBS charges from appearing on your statement, you need to cancel your David Lloyd Clubs subscription or account. Log in to the David Lloyd Clubs website, go to your account settings, and cancel your subscription. If you cannot find the cancellation option or do not recognise the charge, contact your bank to dispute it and block future payments.

How do I get a refund for a DL CLUBS charge?

If you believe you have been charged incorrectly by David Lloyd Clubs, first contact their customer support to request a refund. If they are unresponsive or unhelpful, contact your bank and ask to raise a chargeback. You typically have up to 120 days from the transaction date to raise a chargeback claim. For credit card purchases over £100, you may also be protected under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act.

For more information about David Lloyd Clubs and all its known transaction codes, visit the David Lloyd Clubs merchant page.