Cannock Chase Trig Points

Brocton, United Kingdom • 11 Jan 2026

Overview

The Cannock Chase Trig Points race takes place on Sunday 11 January 2026 at Milford Common / Milford Hall Cricket Club, Stafford (ST17 0UL). The course is approximately 26.5 km with 540 m of ascent and is classed as FRA category CL. The minimum age is 18 and pre-entry only is required. An entry limit of 150 competitors is stated and a waiting list is used when the race is full.

Course and checkpoints

The route is unmarked and requires self-navigation. Runners must visit the checkpoints in order and return to the finish at Milford Common. Checkpoints and grid references in order are Start Milford Common (GR 975 210); Rifle Range (995 180); Moors Gorse (025 151); Castle Ring (043 128); Moors Gorse (025 151); Glacial Boulder (980 181); Finish Milford Common (975 210). SI timing will be used and runners must report to registration after finishing or retiring to download times and return dibbers. A lost or unreturned dibber incurs a £40 charge.

Entry, kit and facilities

Pre-entry is required; fees list FRA members at £13. FRA mandatory kit must be carried or worn: waterproof top and trousers, hat, gloves, map, compass and whistle. There will be checks and a strict no kit, no go policy. Toilets, changing rooms and showers are available at the cricket club. No drinks are provided at the Moors Gorse checkpoint. Adidas TERREX and Run & Ride (Milford) are listed as sponsors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

27 km
Cannock Chase Trig Point Race
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