There are likely to many retired officers living a great distance away who would only use the services of the club once a decade or so but who, nevertheless, would like to retain a link - just in case!
Perhaps Tony might care to have a think about a much, much reduced subscription to take account of this situation.
With plans to visit the UK in 2013 for my training entry's 50th reunion the ability to stay at the Club and introduce my wife to the genteel delights of a British London club would be invaluable.