Cannock Chase Forest Christmas 10K

Rugeley, United Kingdom • 6 Dec 2025

Event details

The Cannock Chase Forest Christmas event is a forest running event scheduled for 06 December 2025 at Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ in Cannock Chase Forest, Staffordshire. Distances offered:

  • 10k
  • 5k
  • Junior Run

The course is an undulating forest trail with some challenges. Detailed route maps and GPX files are available for the course. Seasonal fancy dress is permitted and there is a prize for the best dressed runner.

Practical information

Race headquarters is at the Cannock Chase Visitors Centre. The start and finish are located near the Birches Valley Forest Centre and Go Ape. Parking on site is charged at £3.50 for the day; the event notes reduced parking charges for runners. The nearest railway station is Hednesford, about 3.6 miles away. On-the-day entry fees (subject to availability) are listed as £30 for the 10k, £25 for the 5k, and £7 for the Junior Run. Entrants receive a bespoke medal, free photographs, and organisers award trophies and prizes for leading runners; event information is sent to registered entrants before race day. 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.
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