Dirty Dozen Adventure Trail Run

Rugeley, United Kingdom • 7 Mar 2026

Event overview

The Scott Sports Dirty Dozen Adventure Trail Run takes place on 7 March 2026 at Tackeroo Campsite, Penkridge Bank, near Rugeley, Staffordshire WS15 2UA. The main race is a single-lap trail loop of 12 km through Cannock Chase with 100% off-road terrain. A shorter kids course is offered for under-14s.

  • 12 km
  • ~2.5 km (U14 course, approximate)

Course and facilities

The route uses forest paths, stone tracks and muddy singletrack with undulating elevation, some climbs and fast descents. The course includes a feature called the "Ditch of Doom"; an alternative dry line is available. Water stations are provided approximately every 5 km. The course is shaped in a figure 8 around an arena to allow viewing at multiple points.

Race headquarters at Tackeroo Campsite offers free on-site parking about 100 m from the start/finish area. Facilities listed include toilets, catering, bag storage, camping availability, and a professional photographer. A Scott Sports shoe demo will be present on the day.

Entry categories, numbers and results

Entry categories are: Adult & Junior (ages 14–49), Vet (50+), and Kids (under 14 on the day). Entry fees range from £7.50 to £22.50. Race numbers are not posted in advance; entrants must sign on and collect numbers on the day. Prize presentation takes place after key finishers have completed the race. Full results and photos will be published online the Monday after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

12 km
U14 Kids Run 2.5km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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