MEET THE MANAGERS
Ken Strelley
Site Owner
Worked at Gateway since?
Since I started building it back in 2002! Before that I was a Dairy farmer here.
Best part of your job?
Watching families enjoy our facilities…and reading nice reviews!
Fave holiday destination?
St Lucia.
Any phobias?
I’m scared of the floor, particularly when I’m high up and far away from it!
Last Supper choice?
Spaghetti Bolognese.
What’s your poison?
G&T (large!).
Favourite animal?
A Bull. I had an old bull called Tommy on the farm…he weighed nearly a ton & could toss me over his head like a paper bag if he wanted to, but I still loved him. He made a great guard dog!
Most like to meet (living or dead)?
Mo Salah, a genius footballer who seems like a down-to-earth person you could enjoy a drink with.
We asked Jonny to describe Ken in 3 words:
Impulsive, Stubborn, Impassioned.
Mark Williams
General Manager
Worked at Gateway since?
2016. I’ve been running holiday parks in Gower for 20 odd years, then came on holiday to Gateway and just stayed!
Best part of your job?
Meeting so many different people, and the team I work with.
Fave holiday destination?
Anywhere Far East, Thailand.
Any phobias?
Heights.
Last Supper choice?
Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream.
What’s your poison?
Nice cold Gin & Tonic.
Favourite animal?
My Marley (dog!)
Most like to meet (living or dead)?
Mohammed Ali
We asked Koran to describe Mark in 3 words:
Calm, Caring, Wise.
Josh Jones
Hair Salon Manager
Worked at Gateway since?
2013. Started as a waiter until my socialising skills saw me promoted to Entertainment Manager! I’m now the owner of our on-site Hair Salon!
Best part of your job?
Socialising!
Fave holiday destination?
Vegas Baby!
Any phobias?
Snakes.
Last Supper choice?
Any Pasta dish
What’s your poison?
Vodka & Pepsi Max
Favourite animal?
Dogs
Most like to meet (living or dead)?
Britney Spears (because she’s wild and I love her!)
We asked Roger to describe Josh in 3 words:
Bubbly, Friendly, Spontaneous.
Nat Jennings
Marketing & Events Manager
Worked at Gateway since?
2010 for 2 years, then came back in 2018. I mainly worked on Reception, then started getting more involved in events, advertising and promotions until I became Marketing Manager!
Best part of your job?
Coming up with crazy new event ideas!
Fave holiday destination?
Lake District.
Any phobias?
Fish.
Last Supper choice?
Bruschetta, followed by Pasta Arrabiata & Cheesy Garlic Bread.
What’s your poison?
Vodka & Pepsi Max.
Favourite animal?
Dogs…or Penguins…but probably Dogs.
Most like to meet (living or dead)?
Karl Pilkington (for the ridiculous conversations!)
We asked Josh to describe Nat in 3 words:
Intelligent, Witty, Creative.
Roger Smith
Maintenance Manager
Worked at Gateway since?
2015 officially, but been helping around the place since it opened!
Best part of your job?
Making things work again, after the other staff break them!
Fave holiday destination?
Australia.
Any phobias?
Snakes.
Last Supper choice?
Minted Lamb Chops.
What’s your poison?
A decent real Ale.
Favourite animal?
Birds.
Most like to meet (living or dead)?
Kylie!
We asked Ken to describe Roger in 3 words:
Knowledgeable, Dependable, Gossip!
Dannika Thomas
Reception Manager
Worked at Gateway since?
2014. I then left a year later as I had 2 children and came back in 2017. I started off working behind the Bar, then moved to Reception and finally became Reception Manager at the start of 2020 (not the best year to start a new role!)
Best part of your job?
Listening to customers saying how much they’ve enjoyed their holiday.
Fave holiday destination?
Ibiza.
Any phobias?
Spiders.
Last Supper choice?
Dominos Pizza.
What’s your poison?
WKD Blue (& a draught Coke with plenty of ice the next day!)
Favourite animal?
Dolphins…or Elephants.
Most like to meet (living or dead)?
Celine Dion.
We asked Joe to describe Dannika in 3 words:
Smart, Strong-minded, Independent.
Jonny Thomas
Experience Manager
Worked at Gateway since?
2007 (I think). I’ve been back and fore Gateway since as long as I can remember, but most recently came back in 2019 as Bar Manager. I was promoted to Experience Manager in 2023, making sure our guests, seasonal pitch holders (and also our staff) have the best possible experience at Gateway!
Best part of your job?
Chatting with our regulars, and meeting new ones.
Fave holiday destination?
Turkey.
Any phobias?
Spiders.
Last Supper choice?
‘Our’ Carol’s Lasagne with Garlic Bread.
What’s your poison?
Honey Jack Daniels with Ice.
Favourite animal?
Golden Eagle.
Most like to meet (living or dead)?
Bill Shankly.
We asked Dannika to describe Jonny in 3 words:
Charming, Witty, Cheeky!
Joe Clayfield
Kitchen Manager
Worked at Gateway since?
2015! I’ve always been based around the kitchen – I started as a waiter, then head waiter, then moved into the kitchen and gradually worked my way up to Kitchen Manager!
Best part of your job?
Meeting so many different people from all over the country!
Fave holiday destination?
It’s a tough call, but either Goa in India or Kos in Greece…
Any phobias?
Spiders! And heights!
Last Supper choice?
Mussels for starters, Spag Bol for mains and a cheesecake dessert
What’s your poison?
A good ole cup of tea!
Favourite animal?
Dogs!
Most like to meet (living or dead)?
Either Freddie Mercury or Michael Jackson
We asked Mark to describe Joe in 3 words:
Single-minded, Protective, Logical.
Denise Bass
Shop Manager
Worked at Gateway Since?
October 2022. I was totally new to the role, however I had holidayed here for years, and already felt like part of the family!
Best part of your job?
Watching my staff learn & grow in confidence, especially when chatting to customers!
Fave holiday destination?
Norway.
Any phobias?
Spiders.
Last supper choice?
Tomato based pasta and a big salad.
What’s your poison?
Red wine.
Fave animal?
Red pandas and Highland cows (bit different to the rest of the dog-loving management crew!)
Most like to meet (living or dead)?
Dolly Parton.