Cannock Chase Forest Christmas 10K

Rugeley, United Kingdom • 6 Dec 2025

Event summary

The Cannock Chase Forest Christmas event takes place on 06/12/2025 and offers trail running options over three distances. The course uses forest trails that are undulating and include some challenges. Seasonal fancy dress is permitted and there is a prize for the best dressed runner. The event provides a bespoke medal, free photographs, trophies and prizes for leading runners, and reduced parking charges for participants.

  • 10k
  • 5k
  • Junior Run

Location and logistics

Race HQ is at Cannock Chase Visitors Centre, Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ. The start and finish are located near the Birches Valley Forest Centre and Go Ape. Some parking is available onsite; the parking charge is £3.50 for the whole day. The nearest railway station is Hednesford, about 3.6 miles from the venue. Detailed route maps and GPX files are available from the organiser. 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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