Wales Golf Awards 2026
We’re incredibly proud to share some fantastic news for everyone connected with Mountain Ash Golf Club, our General Manager, Gareth Evans, has been named Welsh Golf Club Manager of the Year at the prestigious Wales Golf Awards. The annual awards celebrate the people and organisations who make golf such a special game across Wales. From dedicated volunteers and rising stars to clubs and lifelong contributors, the evening shines a light on those who go above and beyond to grow and inspire the sport. Held at the renowned Twenty Ten Clubhouse at Celtic Manor Resort, the event brought together the very best of Welsh golf, which makes this recognition all the more special.
Gareth told us:
“I’m incredibly proud to receive this award. To be recognised amongst so many clubs across Wales is a real honour. It’s been a challenging but rewarding first year, and I’m grateful to everyone at Mountain Ash Golf Club for their support, we’re moving in the right direction and there’s plenty more to come.”
A Year of Progress
Looking back over the past year, it’s fair to say it’s been a journey. There have been challenges, plenty of hard work, and a lot of learning along the way, but also real progress, both on and off the course, with Gareth at the heart of it all. What’s been clear throughout is a shared determination to move the club forward and create something we can all be proud of. And that’s exactly what’s happening. Mountain Ash Golf Club is firmly on the up.
A Club We Can All Enjoy
We’ve always been a club that punches above its weight, and that won’t change. We have to make budgets stretch and often make difficult decisions to keep the club moving forward. It’s fair to say that Gareth and the team have been instrumental in helping the club turn a corner. Instead of constantly focusing on short-term survival, we’re now in a position where we can plan for a stronger, long-term future. What matters most is what we’re building here: a welcoming, improving club that members, visitors, and the local community can genuinely enjoy. There’s a real sense of momentum around the place again, and this award is another sign that things are moving in the right direction.
A Shared Achievement
While this award recognises Gareth, it’s also a reflection of everyone involved with the club. From members and volunteers to staff, sponsors, and supporters, it’s a collective effort that makes progress possible. The backing, encouragement, and belief shown over the past year have played a huge part in this achievement.
Looking Ahead
With the golf season now upon us, the focus quickly turns to what’s next. There’s still plenty to do, more improvements to make, and more progress to come but we’ll continue to push forward together. This is just another step on the journey and if the past year is anything to go by, there’s plenty more to look forward to at Mountain Ash Golf Club.
