Hongcheon County Begins Construction of 18-Hole Park Golf Course in Seoseok-myeon to Expand Sports Infrastructure in the Eastern Region

Hongcheon County to Build Park Golf Course at 241 Hagunduri, Seoseok-myeon
18-Hole Park Golf Course Covering 21,431 Square Meters
Promoting Public Health and Expanding Community Sports Opportunities

Hongcheon County in Gangwon Province has officially begun the construction of a park golf course in Seoseok-myeon, aiming to expand sports infrastructure for everyday activities for residents in the eastern region.

Aerial view of Hongcheon County Office. Provided by Hongcheon County

Hongcheon County (Governor Shin Youngjae) announced on July 31 that it has broken ground on the “Seoseok-myeon Park Golf Course Construction Project,” which will see the creation of an 18-hole park golf course at 241 Hagunduri, Seoseok-myeon.

The total project budget is 1.31 billion won. The park golf course, featuring 18 holes, will be built on land covering 21,431 square meters. Construction began on July 27 and is scheduled to run for approximately six months, with completion expected by January 22 of next year.

Park golf is an accessible sport that can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of age or gender, with minimal cost and simple equipment. In recent years, participation has surged. In particular, usage by not only seniors but also families, young adults, and middle-aged groups has increased, fueling greater demand for expanded local sports facilities.

With this project, the county aims to enhance access to fitness opportunities for residents of Seoseok-myeon and the eastern region and to reduce disparities in sports facility access between different areas. The county expects the new park golf course will help residents enjoy leisure and exercise close to home, contributing to improved health.

More than just a sports facility, the park golf course is also expected to serve as a cultural space for interaction and communication among residents. After completion, various sports tournaments and club events will be held, which are expected to draw more visitors and have a positive impact on the local economy.

Hongcheon County has been consistently working to expand sports facilities across each town and township. In Seoseok-myeon, facilities such as a community sports park, soccer field, foot volleyball court, basketball court, tennis court, futsal field, and gateball court have already been established. The addition of the park golf course is expected to offer residents an even broader range of sports and leisure options.

Shin Youngjae, Governor of Hongcheon County, stated, “The Seoseok-myeon Park Golf Course will provide a nearby space for county residents to enjoy healthy leisure activities and connect with their neighbors through sports. We will ensure that the construction proceeds safely and without delays.”

He added, “Moving forward, we will continue to work toward balanced development of sports infrastructure across all regions, to ensure that all residents can easily access and enjoy athletic activities close to where they live.”

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