It was formed in 1944 with just eleven members and has a history rooted strongly in the British Youth and Community Service. It is open to all young people in the general area of Reading in the English county of Berkshire; admission is by audition.
The organization came into existence in 1944 with only eleven participants and maintains strong ties to British youth and community service programs. It welcomes all young individuals from the broader area of Reading, situated within the English county of Berkshire; entry is through an audition process.