The name derives from the Du Cane family who were landowners in the eighteenth century and on whose land the building was constructed. It has mellowed gracefully over the years, its former grandeur now almost camouflaging neatly into Balham High Road - but not quite.

Central heating, constant hot water, water softener and a radio with a choice of two programmes were basic features. A large restaurant held regular dinner dances and the licensed club offered membership at 5/- per annum. A shop on the premises and helpful porters to assist with the luggage and the occasional repairs to electrical appliances meant it was not really necessary to leave the building at all.

Du Cane Court was used to house part of the civil service during the war, chosen for it's quick and easy links into the city. Surprisingly it was never bombed despite the station and parts of Balham High Road becoming target practice.

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