Cannock Chase Forest Christmas 10K

Rugeley, United Kingdom • 6 Dec 2025

The Cannock Chase Forest Christmas 10K, 5K, and Junior Fun Run is a festive running event held in the scenic Cannock Chase Forest, Staffordshire. Participants can choose from 10K, 5K, or a junior run, all set on undulating forest trails that offer picturesque views and a challenging course. The event embraces a friendly, seasonal atmosphere, encouraging runners to wear festive fancy dress, with a prize for the best costume. Runners receive bespoke medals, free photographs, and trophies for leading competitors. The race starts and finishes near Birches Valley Forest Centre, with convenient parking and easy access from nearby towns. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k
5 km
Junior Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

The Minninglow March is a scenic 17-mile circular running and walking event held in Parwich, a charming village in the Derbyshire Dales, north of Ashbourne. Featuring 2,000 feet of elevation, the course combines public rights of way, well-used trails, and open access land, requiring participants to..

The Bell & Harp Chase is an inaugural 7.5km mixed-terrain running event held in the scenic Derbyshire Dales, starting and finishing at the Bell & Harp pub in Little Eaton, UK. Designed for intermediate runners with good fitness, the course features mostly paved or hardpacked surfaces suitable for va..

Conquer Cannock is a running event held at Cannock Chase Forest, Birches Valley, Rugeley. The 2025 edition offers multiple race distances: 5k, 10k, 16k, and a mini-miler for children aged 3 and above. The course features mixed terrain with hills, loose surfaces, and exposed tree roots, providing a c..

The Railway Ultra is a multi-distance running event held along the disused railway line between Ironbridge and Bridgnorth on the River Severn. Participants can choose from 9 miles, half marathon, 19 miles, 28 miles, or 37 miles. The route offers scenic views of the river and industrial heritage, wit..

The Dovedale Dipper, organized by Peak Running, is a challenging trail event held in the Peak District National Park, based in the picturesque village of Hartington, Derbyshire. It offers two scenic routes exploring the White Peak area, with distances of approximately 15 miles and 26 miles. The even..

The Birmingham Canal Canter is a scenic running and walking event held in Birmingham, starting and finishing at Moseley Rugby Club. Participants can choose from three circular routes: the Mini Canter (18.5 miles), the Canter (25.8 miles), and the Canter Marathon (26.2 miles). The course explores Bir..