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Wickins Dyke Clockwise — 5.9 km Running Route

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Wickins Dyke Clockwise is a 5.9 km (3.7 miles) loop in Kirklees, England: hilly, with 135 m of climb, on mostly paved ground.

135 mAscent
Paved60%Paved
3/5Hilly
Wickins Dyke Clockwise running route
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Location: Kirklees, England

Explore the Wickins Dyke Clockwise route in Kirklees, a 5.9km loop offering a varied running experience. Beginning with a steady climb on tarmac up Upperthong Lane, you'll enjoy a descent to Hill before the terrain shifts to a mainly track surface. This route provides a good balance of surfaces, making for an engaging run through the local landscape.

With 135m of ascent and a hilliness rating of 3/5, this route is ideal for those looking to add some elevation to their training or for a substantial fitness run. It offers a taste of the Kirklees countryside without being overly challenging, suitable for regular runners seeking a moderate workout with scenic stretches alongside Wickins Dyke.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.9 km loop in Kirklees, England with around 135 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
Moderately. It rates 3 out of 5 on our hill scale — expect noticeable climbs. About 23 metres of climb per kilometre, 135 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 60% paved with some unsurfaced sections — road shoes are fine for most runners.

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RobDec 2025
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