Valiant Lady Dry Dock: Grounds Club Too Set for Upgrade
Valiant Lady will upgrade Grounds Club Too during dry dock, aligning with newer ships and introducing a day to night coffee and cocktail space.
Grounds Club Too is set to be updated on Valiant Lady during her upcoming dry dock in May 2026, bringing the space in line with the newer concept already introduced on Scarlet Lady and Brilliant Lady.
The update was shared during a dry dock presentation at the Red Hot Sailing Club Voyage, as part of a wider set of changes planned across the ship.
This is part of our ongoing countdown to Valiant Lady’s dry dock, where we are taking a closer look at the updates expected across the ship.
A Familiar Venue, Reworked
Grounds Club Too already exists onboard Valiant Lady as part of The Galley, serving coffee and hot drinks throughout the day.
During dry dock, the space is expected to be reworked to match the updated version seen on Scarlet Lady and Brilliant Lady, where the venue has taken on a more defined day to night role.
Day to Night Use
On newer ships, Grounds Club Too operates as a coffee spot during the day before transitioning into a full-service bar in the evening.
This creates a more flexible space where guests can return later in the day for bespoke cocktails in a quieter setting, without needing to move to larger noisy venues.
The update also introduces a more lounge-style feel, with softer seating, including countertop seating, emerald-toned benches, rust-colored couches, and wood accents that shift the space from a morning cafe into a more relaxed nighttime hangout.
Note: The photos reflect existing Scarlet & Brilliant Lady concepts and are subject to change for Valiant Lady.
Bringing Valiant Lady in Line with the Fleet
The changes reflect a broader approach across the fleet, where existing spaces are being refined rather than replaced. On Scarlet Lady and Brilliant Lady, the updated Grounds Club Too has proven relatively popular as a more low key option in the evening, particularly for those looking for a quieter alternative to busier bars.
Updating the venue on Valiant Lady helps bring consistency across the ships while improving how The Galley is used throughout the day.
We can likely expect an update to Resilient Lady next year to bring the final ship in line with this change.
Part of the Dry Dock Updates
Grounds Club Too is one of several updates planned for Valiant Lady during her time in dry dock, alongside changes to social spaces and other areas of the ship.
Initial details, including updates to Razzle Dazzle bringing Ariya a new Indian Concept and the Roundabout, were first revealed in March.
Source: Virgin Voyages dry dock presentation at the Red Hot Sailing Club Voyage, March 2026
