Early in the 1920s, the Gaelic Society, having set up a Committee to look into the social needs of young Scots in London, recommended the founding of a Club with its own premises where people would be welcome at all times. Accordingly, the London Highland Club was formed.
Activities have varied over the years, reflecting the current interests of members. For many years there was a flourishing drama circle whose presentations also entertained the members of other Scottish Societies in London. There used to be a haggis supper dance every January and the Club used to organise a Christmas Party for the children of members and friends.
Dance teams have competed at local Highland Gatherings and in 1970 the Club's team won both the open and confined Scottish Country Dance competitions at Richmond. Dancers representing the Club have entertained at old people's and children's homes as well as providing cabaret at major London hotels. In 1981 the Club was invited by the City of London Corporation to take part in the Royal Wedding festivities.
Currently the London Highland Club hosts Scottish country dancing balls and dances, taking place at St Columba's, Pont Street.