Restoring the treasured possessions of a loved one can help some people feel closer to their family. This was the case for Lewys who brought in his grandad's brass cornet to The Repair Shop during the episode that aired on Wednesday, June 14, on BBC One.
Viewers were left in tears when Lewys explained the beloved brass cornet had once belonged to his grandad Keith, who played it regularly until his health deteriorated. A precious momento that meant the world to him, Lewys was keen to restore the instrument to its former glory.
He told Jay Blades: "He got it from the Salvation Army that he was a part of in Cwm. He played it every Tuesday and Wednesday evening and then Sunday mornings and afternoons in the church. At the age of 10 he started to learn to play, so it's been with him for over 80 years and then passed on to me." You can keep up to date with the latest TV and showbiz news by signing up to the newsletter here.
