The group has about 120 volunteers. Secretary Andy Cowley said it was "a real privilege" and "an honour" to be selected for the award. The group will receive the award at a ceremony in September.

8-Bit Ninjas happened by accident. The result of Andy Cowley, up until this point a rock, indie and folk drummer, happening across Alice In Videoland's 'Outrageous!' on his Creative Zen.