[Field 3GO] Wellington CC, Secret Garden of the Gods

27-Hole Private Membership Course, a Regular on Korea's Best Lists
Course Names Inspired by Mythical Creatures
Wood-Fired Pizza, a Popular Menu at the Restaurant
Attractions Include the Starlight Garden Uju Theme Park

"A sacred land blessed by the gods."

This is what people say about Wellington CC, located in Moga-myeon, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do. Opened in 2013, this golf course is owned by Hyosung Heavy Industries and operates on a membership basis, meaning entry is only allowed for members or their guests. It guarantees perfect privacy. Additionally, it is a frequent selection in Golf Digest’s list of Korea’s best courses. Wellington CC, an eco-friendly golf course that preserves the natural beauty, offers golfers a healing space.

Wellington CC is a golf course that maximizes the beautiful natural terrain, so much so that it is called the Secret Garden of the Gods. Photo by Wellington CC

◆ EnjoyGO = Wellington CC features a 27-hole membership golf course. Clear valley streams flow through primitive forests, and the fairways maintain their lush greenery year-round, leaving a strong impression. The fairways are sown with a mixture of bentgrass and ryegrass, maintaining fresh green conditions from early spring to late autumn. The course names?Griffin, Phoenix, and Wyvern?are derived from mythical creatures, each offering a unique concept and different fun.

The Griffin Course is a challenging course set on beautiful hills, with holes nestled among dense forests along a counterclockwise route. It is a forest course where valleys and ridges harmonize. The Phoenix Course is a plain course spread across vast land, allowing for charming play. It features a wide lake blended with natural woods and a peaceful atmosphere created by birds. The Wyvern Course suits golfers seeking a more adventurous round. It is a dynamic course following diverse fairways, hills rising along ridges, deep valleys, streams crossing the course, and a wide-open pond, offering ever-changing terrain.

Wellington CC Wyvern Course is impressive with its deep valleys and wide ponds. Photo by Wellington CC

Wellington CC offers various teeing grounds to broaden golfers’ choices. There are six teeing grounds in total: Black, Blue, Purple, White, Pink, and Red, allowing completely different playing experiences depending on the tee box. To ensure a relaxed play, tee-off intervals are set at 10 minutes, so players rarely encounter teams ahead or behind during a round. Thanks to this, golfers can fully concentrate on their game amidst nature.

At the Wellington CC clubhouse, a service of a different class is provided. Photo by Wellington CC

◆ EatGO = The Wellington CC clubhouse restaurant provides cuisine befitting the customers’ sophistication. A variety of menus including Korean, Western, and Chinese dishes, as well as desserts, are prepared using premium ingredients to enhance the gourmet experience. The menu boasts hotel-level quality, with authentic wood-fired pizzas being especially popular. Various pizzas such as Gorgonzola, Margherita Bianca, Rucola Jamon, Capricciosa, Chicken Spice, and Quattro Funghi are offered, and if ordered before finishing the front nine holes, you can enjoy freshly baked pizza.

Wellington CC is famous for its authentic wood-fired pizza. Photo by Wellington CC

Wellington CC also operates an elegant private dining room. Guests can enjoy meals in a quiet and comfortable space, suitable for business meetings or banquet events with dignity. The start house is decorated with luxurious interiors, offering carefully prepared food and top-notch F&B services. The halfway house, where players can take a short break during the round, serves beverages and desserts, allowing for a more leisurely play.

Wellington CC runs convenience facilities such as locker rooms to ensure customers spend their time more comfortably and conveniently. For customers who value privacy, there are 13 independent locker zones and private shower rooms for women. Using the spa and sauna helps relieve fatigue after a round and adds a refreshing touch.

'Byeolbitjeongwon Uju' is the first theme park built inside a rest area in Korea. Photo by Korea Tourism Organization

◆ SeeGO = Besides golf rounds, there are many attractions worth visiting in Icheon. ‘Starlight Garden Uju’ is Korea’s first theme park located inside a rest area at Icheon Deokpyeong Service Area. This place, where colorful lights resembling starlight blend with nature, offers a European-style container garden during the day and sparkling lights and media art experiences at night. At the entrance stands the 35-meter-high Uju Tower, where visitors can enjoy drinks while admiring the night view from above. Additionally, the light show accompanied by exciting music creates a fantastic atmosphere. If you want to escape the busy daily life and have a unique experience, this is a must-visit spot.

‘Icheon Ceramic Art Village (Yes Park)’ is also a recommended outing destination. Covering about 40,000 square meters, this village houses over 50 ceramic workshops where visitors can explore and purchase unique ceramic works. Many workshops offer ceramic-making experience programs, making it a great place to create special memories.

Restaurants serving Icheon’s signature delicacy, Icheon rice meals, are scattered throughout the area. From traditional hanok-style to modern atmosphere restaurants, there are various styles to choose from according to your taste. Strolling through the village and stopping by a stylish caf? for a cup of coffee to enjoy a relaxing time is also a good option.