The course was king for the Burghley 7. 
The 7 mile route takes you on a fantastic tour around Burghley, Stamford and the wider community. 

Mile 1. Starting at Bottle lodges an incredible grand Tudor gatehouse which creates the most beautiful start line. We turn down a traffic free High street St Martin's which in itself is an incredible opportunity. This has never been done before and we are giving you the opportunity to enjoy this flawless Georgian architecture with countless landmarks and historic buildings. You pass under the Gallows at the George hotel before running onto the town bridge. We make a U turn opposite the beautiful town meadows before running down Water Street alongside the River Welland. 
Mile 2. We re enter the Burghley estate passing through beautiful parkland, Past the old cricket club, ancient woodland and the Burghley Deer Park. The course gradually approaches Burghley house as we pass through this incredible park land.
Mile 3. We pass straight in front of the North Range of the house. We pass old stables and courtyards and other architectural delights as we go. The course then exits the park and into the surrounding countryside. Some undulating terrain and beautiful countryside defines the second half of this mile.
Mile 4. The course then passes through the stunning little village of Pilsgate. These villages define the area and Pilsgate is a beautiful example of the communities surrounding Burghley and Stamford. With places like Pudding bag lane you can get a feel for this quaint little village as we showcase the areas so important to the grander showcased in the previous miles.
Mile 5. The green drift is a long drag strip surrounded by mixed countryside, dry stone perimeter walls and ancient woodland. This is where the runners can stretch their legs and view the competition. We love this part of the route and expect some fast time splits to be achieved through this section of the course.
Mile 6. We have incredible access to the private Burghley estate. This is a real privilege to run in an area ordinarily closed off to the public. We pass the old walled gardens where 18 staff grew produce to feed the inhabitants of the great Burghley house. Ancient woodlands, pristine parkland and incredible architecture awaits everyone as they pass through this mile of the course.
Mile 7. This section of the course follows the old road installed by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown. The landscaping was designed to give the best view of the house as you approached. The landscaping repeatedly hides then reveals the house, once designed to add drama for those approaching in their horse and cart! As we drop down into the main estate we reach the main lake and wonderful Lions bridge. We continue around the sweeping road until we approach the finish line front and centre of the famous west range of the house. 
Why 7 miles? That is why.