Hospitality students from Gower College Swansea recently attended an industry taster day at the five-star Oldwalls Gower.
During the visit, which was organised by the college’s Enterprise Officer Lucy Turtle and lecturer Stephen Williams, the students enjoyed a behind the scenes tour of the award-winning venue. They also attended workshops with the head chef, catering manager, wedding coordinator and sales team.
“It was a great opportunity for the students to gain an insight into the tourist industry and an understanding of the different aspects of running a successful business,” says Lucy.
“The students were extremely enthusiastic about this visit and meeting with the Oldwalls recruitment team opened their eyes to potential career pathways and work experience opportunities with which they can enhance their technical and interpersonal skills,” adds Stephen.
Oldwalls is an independent retreat in the heart of the Gower which recently scooped two awards at the Welsh National Wedding Awards – the Best Regional Wedding Venue and the Best Wedding Venue in Wales.
“It’s been a record breaking year for us and we look forward to building on the success in the future,” says Managing Director and owner Andrew Hole. “The year on year growth has exceeded our forecast and we will continue to invest in Oldwalls in order to remain the biggest employer in Gower and realise our ambitions to put this beautiful area of Wales’ on the map.”