The family-run hotel celebrates national success at the 2026 Welsh National Wedding Awards, marking more than 20 years of creating unforgettable weddings in the heart of Gower.
The King Arthur Hotel in Reynoldston, Gower, is celebrating after being crowned Best Wedding Venue in Wales at the 2026 Welsh National Wedding Awards.
The achievement is particularly special as the Welsh National Wedding Awards celebrate their 15th anniversary this year. The King Arthur Hotel is incredibly proud to have been nominated every year since the awards began, making this latest recognition another significant milestone in its wedding story.
The WNWA recognise excellence across several areas, including product quality, customer service, feedback from couples, commitment to the wedding industry and value for money, making the national title an especially meaningful achievement for the entire team.
A family vision, 23 years in the making
The King Arthur’s wedding story began when local couples approached owners Kim and Len about hosting their wedding receptions at the hotel. What started with celebrations in a marquee in the grounds soon grew in popularity, inspiring the couple to create a dedicated wedding venue.
Construction of Avalon began in 2002, but sadly Len passed away before the project was completed. Determined to fulfil their shared vision, Kim and the family continued with the development, and Avalon officially opened in June 2003.
More than two decades later, that original vision continues to flourish, with Kim, Alex and the wider team building on the foundations they created.
Rustic Yet Refined
Set in the heart of the Gower countryside, Avalon perfectly captures the hotel’s Rustic Yet Refined style. With its beautiful countryside setting, rustic character and timeless interiors, it offers a unique blend of relaxed countryside charm and understated elegance.
Over the years, the venue has continued to evolve, with investment in its facilities, accommodation and outdoor ceremony spaces, while retaining the individual character and welcoming atmosphere that have made it so special to generations of couples.
Rhian, Wedding Manager at the King Arthur Hotel, said:
“We’re absolutely thrilled to have been named Best Wedding Venue in Wales. Winning our regional award for the fourth consecutive year was already such a proud moment, but to then take home the national title again is just incredible.
“We know how much trust couples place in us when choosing their wedding venue, and we never take that for granted. We’re incredibly lucky to have such a dedicated team who genuinely care about making every wedding special. This award reflects everyone’s hard work, from our chefs and housekeeping team to our gardeners and wedding team, all of whom play such an important part in creating the experience we offer.
“We’re hugely grateful to all the couples who have chosen to celebrate with us over the years and trusted us to be part of such an important day.”
Looking to the future
In an ever-changing hospitality industry, the award reflects the hotel’s continued commitment to investing in its offering, maintaining high standards and delivering memorable wedding experiences for couples.
From its beginnings in a marquee to becoming a nationally recognised wedding venue, the King Arthur Hotel remains proud of its family heritage, distinctive countryside setting and the generations of couples and families who have celebrated there.
The 2026 award marks another significant milestone in its story, with the team looking forward to welcoming many more couples to experience the unique charm of the King Arthur.