For a number of years, many well intentioned Knights of St Columba had nursed a desire to establish some form of meeting place in the Metropolis; where Knight could meet Knight; where Knights and their wives, family and friends could stay when visiting or passing through the city; and would also feature as the Catholic social centre in London.

The dream was realised in 1947, when the former town residence of South African financier, Sir Edmund Davis, at No 11 Lansdowne Road, Holland Park, London, was purchased. Following modifications; the  K.S.C. CLUB, which was described as "The Finest Catholic Club in the Country", was opened by the Cardinal Griffin, Archbishop of Westminster. Two years later, the Extension was opened by His Grace Archbishop Godfrey, Apostolic Delegate to Great Britain.

The previous owner had spared no expense in furnishing and equipping the property. Several varieties of marble featured in the Porch, Entrance Hall, Staircase and various fireplaces. The "Adam" and "Conder" rooms were considered to be architectural gems; and the "Silk" room with its lovely walls of watered silk, added charm and dignity to the decorative scheme of the Club.

London's Rendezvous for Knights truly described this centre of Catholic social activity. Once established, the K.S.C. Club provided a welcome and much needed central meeting place for a large number of Catholic societies, not only for business meetings, but also for all kinds of social events. Besides the personal amenities, the Club possessed excellent and unsurpassed facilities for the celebration of special occasions; Birthdays, Anniversaries, Jubilees, Wedding Receptions, Council Dinners, Banquets and Balls. Unfortunately, with the rising costs of refurbishment, high overheads and a decline business, due in part to the lack of parking facilities; the KSC Club was closed in 1983 and the property sold. A sad ending to the Knight's 'London Rendezvous'.