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Dip and Dash Segment – The Olive Branch loop from Castle Bytham

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Dip and Dash Segment – The Olive Branch loop from Castle Bytham

Hard

4.0

(1)

5

runners

Dip and Dash Segment – The Olive Branch loop from Castle Bytham

01:58

16.5km

160m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

409 m

Dip and Dash Segment

Highlight • Climb

Short but fast and swooping descent and climb. Hit it hard coming southbound into Castle Bytham and stay in the big ring to power up the gradient past the village sign.

Tip by

3.13 km

Lady Wood

Forest

3

3.55 km

Bicycle Dismount Section

Highlight • Rest Area

Be prepared for some bramble

Tip by

4

5.70 km

The Olive Branch

Highlight • Restaurant

The Olive Branch is a small village pub in Rutland, England’s smallest county. In 2021, this upmarket pub was awarded UK Pub of the Year, according to the Good Pub Guide 2021.

Tip by

5

7.16 km

Quarry Bridleway

Highlight • Trail

6

14.6 km

Yew Tree Avenue Topiary Garden

Highlight • Natural

B

16.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.5 km

2.48 km

390 m

154 m

Surfaces

12.5 km

2.28 km

1.01 km

596 m

154 m

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