The Second World War brought a temporary halt to many of the club's sporting activities. The clubhouse bedrooms were converted into offices and parts of the grounds were used to grow vegetables in support of the wartime effort.
When peace returned, so did sport. By the early 1950s, The Lensbury was flourishing once again. Membership reached 5,000 by 1956, with 27 sporting and social activities available to members.
The 1960s saw further growth, with sailing, ballroom dancing, keep-fit classes and many other pursuits becoming part of life on the Thames. Following the end of its partnership with BP in 1962, The Lensbury returned to being a Shell club. In 1967, new training facilities expanded its role beyond leisure, creating a centre for learning and professional development.
A major milestone followed in 1978 with the opening of the indoor swimming pool, further strengthening The Lensbury's reputation as a leading sporting and leisure destination.
