COVENTRY Transport Museum visitors were treated to an unexpected 32-strong ukulele group’s performance.
On June, 26, the ukulele group serenaded visitors with transport-themed songs as part of an ongoing tradition which has seen them play at different venues with transport incorporation’s.
The group is one of more than a 1,000 which makes up University of the Third Age (U3A), a UK-wide collection of over 1000 charities that provide the opportunity for those no longer in work to come together.
Martin Delahay leads the group, which has previously played on the Severn Valley Railway, a boat on the River Severn and at the Midland Air Museum.
At this gig, the group played the classic Daisy Bell (Bicycle Built for Two), which was performed in front of the museum’s own Rambler Tandem – displayed in the Cycle Pioneers gallery.
Martin said: “We had such a wonderful time, and the staff were incredibly helpful. It’s a fantastic and fascinating museum that really deserves more recognition.
“I want to say a massive thank you to all at the museum for welcoming us to the venue so warmly.”
Matthew Mullen, venue manager at the museum said: “We were delighted to welcome the group to the museum on Wednesday and I know that both staff and visitors alike thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to see such a unique set of performances.
“This collaboration underscores the museum’s role as not just a static display but a vibrant part of the community’s cultural fabric, providing a platform for local groups to engage with and enliven the historic artefacts on display.”
