From the Mitcham Youth Handbook of 1949
CAPSTAN YOUTH CLUB
A new but thriving mixed Youth Club meeting in the Institute, 155 High Street, Colliers Wood, Wednesdays (7.0 to 10.0 p.m.), alternate Saturdays (6.0 to 10.30 p.m.), and Sundays (5.30 to 10.0 p.m.).The Club activities include cricket, netball, indoor games, swimming, camping, hiking, cycling, theatre visits, inter-club visits, discussions, etc.
The Club has a members’ committee to assist the Leader and is governed by a Management Committee formed by Colliers Wood Community Association to which the Club is affiliated. The Club also belongs to the London Union of Mixed Clubs and Girls’ Clubs.
Leaders: Mr. D. A. Reeve, 13 Harewood Road, S.W.19;
Mrs. G. E. Harrington, 56 Park Road, S.W.19.
Source: Local Studies Centre, Morden Library, Civic Centre, Morden.
Reference: L2 (369) MIT