King Charles shows hidden talent in Northern Ireland

King Charles on Thursday revealed a hidden talent as he played the ukulele during his visit to Ards Allotments in County Down.

Buckingham Palace released details of his visit with a video on the official Instagram account of the royal family. It said the visit was amid at "growing friendship and connection"

The brief statement that accompanied the video read, "Set against Strangford Lough, Ards Allotments was founded by owner Maurice after he was inspired by watching His Majesty, then Prince of Wales, visit an allotment on the news."

It said, "The King visited Maurice and the other volunteers, gardeners and growers who use the space not only to grow fresh produce, but also to forge connections, boost wellbeing and share skills."