Wales Six Nations heroes receive a champion's welcome upon return to Cardiff following Grand Slam heroics Wales are still revelling in the glory of becoming 2019 Six Nations champions The Welsh put in sublime performances and pulled off an incredible Grand Slam Hundreds of fans flocked the streets in Cardiff to put on a heroes' welcome It was the first time in seven years Wales had laid claim to the Grand Slam By Danny Gallagher For Mailonline Published: 18:59 GMT, 18 March 2019 | Updated: 19:02 GMT, 18 March 2019 Viewcomments Wales' Six Nations title and Grand Slam-winning squad received a heroes' welcome at a reception hosted by the National Assembly for Wales and Welsh Government on Monday. Head coach Warren Gatland, captain Alun Wyn Jones and the players were greeted by about 500 fans on the Senedd steps in Cardiff Bay. It came just 48 hours after Wales claimed their first Grand Slam for seven years and first Six Nations title since 2013 by beating Ireland 25-7 in Cardiff. Wales' Alun Wyn Jones (centre) arrives with the trophy during the celebrations Wyn Jones and coach Warren Gatland were joined by First Minister of Wales Mark Drakeford The trio posed for pictures with the gleaming silverware outside the Assembly building Fancy dress costumes were brought out, as they players were welcomed back in the capital Flags were raised as the patriotic scenes soon whipped up momentum on Cardiff bay First Minster Mark Drakeford AM welcomed the squad, and he said: 'This is yet another incredible achievement by the team backed, of course, by the great support of Welsh fans. Asked about the fans' support, skipper Jones said: 'The England game displayed that. 'It's easy to say that it's England and it would always be like that, but the travelling support we received was great as well. 'You could see that in the second half of the French game (in Paris), because it was such a big scalp to take. Fans of all ages flocked to welcome back their heroes following the Six Nations glory Smiles were aplenty, with supporters still riding the high of the tournament victory National pride was on show through, as fans brought a variety of flags and team memorabilia 'To have the travelling fans we did, and then come back with the (Principality Stadium) roof open - they don't often get wet - and to make as much noise as they did (against Ireland) has been unbelievable. 'To come out tonight in droves is great.' Looking back on the Six Nations campaign, Jones, speaking to reporters, added: 'We have had a bit of luck - whether it was a bounce of the ball, or a decision a referee has made. 'We are not going to bemoan the fact that we did have a bit of luck in the competition, but a lot of graft went into our performances, even though at times we were unconvincing and let opportunities slip. 'We have been very real about that for the entire campaign. Wales pulled off their first Six Nations Grand Slam victory for seven years Gatland went out on a Six Nations high, winning the ultimate prize in his final tournament The party atmosphere showed no signs of stopping as fans made their appreciation clear 'I said in the post-match (on Saturday), there is a lot you can do with a bit of hard work and luck. In its simplest form, that is what we showed.' It's clear the players are still on the ultimate high as well as the fans, as following the incredible achievement winger Josh Adams admitted he had fulfilled a dream. He told Sportsmail: 'I would give up every try I've scored in this campaign to be standing on that podium as Grand Slam winners and lift that trophy,' he said. 'It was a bit surreal. I'm still on cloud nine to be honest. 'I've had 11 caps, thoroughly enjoyed all 11 of them, and to top it off with a Grand Slam is what dreams are made of.' Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site dailymail and under his responsibility