- Sun 5 Jul 2026
10:00
Age 17 & over
£32
- 13.1 miles trail running + 1387 ft ascent
Event overview
This is a hugely popular race where trail runners take on a challenging Half Marathon or 10K race at Cannock Chase.
In spite of being a challenging course, it's open to runners of all abilities, from novices to experienced athletes and it's perfect for ongoing training schedules.
Set against the backdrop of stunning woodland and gaining in popularity year on year, this race is a firm favourite on the racing calendar. And, let's not forget the wonderful support of our volunteer marshals there to help guide you through the course and cheer you across the finish line!
Highlights
- Stunning, summery forest trails with picturesque scenery
- Ideal for ongoing training plans
- Friendly atmosphere
This event is part of Cannock Chase Forest Half Marathon & 10K.
Event photos
- Average fitness
- Event village
- Newcomers
- Spectators
Timetable
Shoe type
Trail shoes.
Trail shoes for this race, if you have them.
- Bag storage
- Free parking
- Rural
- Toilets
Event HQ
Cannock Chase
Penkridge Bank Road
Rugeley
Staffordshire
WS15 2UA
UK
Parking
Parking can be found at Tackeroo. However, it's worth noting that the start is a 5-10 minute walk from Tackeroo.
Start/Finish
The half and 10K both start and finish in the same location and this is within the Race HQ, close to Penkridge Road Car Park. The race should remain relatively quiet with no vehicle traffic.
- 2 laps
- Bone conducting headphones only
- First aid
- Hilly
- Marshals
- No cut off time
- Sweeper
- Traffic free
- Water stations
- Way markers
- GPX available
GPX route
The route is displayed on the map above.
Overview
The course uses the paths, trails and bridleways within Cannock Chase. The half marathon is a challenging two laps. It starts and finishes close to Penkridge Road Car Park and should remain relatively quiet with no vehicle traffic. However, there will likely be other forest users and bicycles crossing the race route and runners should race with care throughout the event.
The terrain is likely to be uneven; please keep an eye out for protruding tree roots and slippery surfaces especially if the weather has been wet leading up to race day.
Map
- Bring your own cup
- Plastic bottle free
- Recycling
- Sustainability policy
This event is doing its best to work sustainably to ensure that the carbon footprint of the race is kept as low as possible.
- Certificate
- iTAB
- Medal
- Race photo
- Trophy
- Vouchers
Prizes
- Bespoke medal for all finishers.
- Trophy with e-certificate & £5 voucher prize for 1st, 2nd & 3rd male & female winners
- E-certificate and £5 voucher prize for 1st male & female age group categories
- E-certificate and £5 voucher prize for 1st male junior & female junior
- Team prizes on offer! - First male and female team - 3 to score and must be in club kit
- Age 17 & over
- Entries open
- Enter online
Entry fees
Entry fee
£32.00
Cannock Chase is a challenging area to run in, but the beauty is definitely worth it! Abi N
What a beautiful race.
Will definitely look at doing it again.
Kevin F
Superb event! My first trail run. Loved it! Tough, very tough in parts! But excellent! Ian S
The course was perfectly marked, and the entire event was flawlessly managed. Highly recommended! Richard S
Fantastic event. Clear signage around the course. The marshals were brilliant. Loved the event from start to finish. Deborah S
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