Music charity volunteer named Coronation Champion for "tireless" work with dementia patients

Peter Dye (pictured) has been chosen as one of the UK’s 500 champions for his “tireless” work with Maltby-based Lost Chord UK.

The Royal Voluntary Service launched the Coronation Champions Awards to celebrate extraordinary volunteers across the country who go the extra mile to improve the lives of others and contribute to their communities.

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Out of 5,000 entries nationwide, Peter has been chosen for his long-term commitment to Lost Chord UK.

He will receive a specially designed official Coronation Champions pin and a signed certificate from the King and Queen Consort.

He has also been invited to be a guest at the star-studded Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle on Sunday.

The charity’s chief executive Clare Langan said: “The work of Lost Chord UK musicians, taking music into care homes and day centres across the region and nationally, really could not take place without the support of our volunteers.

“It is our volunteers who encourage our audiences to engage with the music, making every session truly interactive.

“Peter has been tireless in his support of the work we do, not just as a volunteer but also as an enthusiastic ambassador for everything we do.”