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Conquer Cannock

Name: Conquer Cannock
Start: 2025-07-20
End: 2025-07-20
Location: Rugeley

Rugeley, United Kingdom • 20 Jul 2025

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 challenging forest trail experience.

Participants receive a race pack including a number, timing chip, finisher medal, t-shirt, and post-race hydration. The event fosters a supportive atmosphere with marshalls along the route and a pre-race group warm-up. Parking, refreshments, and accessible toilets are available onsite.

Proceeds support the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Rugeley

Race information

16 km

16k

10 km

10k

5 km

Mini-Miler

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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