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Cannock Chase Running Festival Half Marathon

Rugeley, United Kingdom • 12 Oct 2025

Event overview

The Cannock Chase Running Festival takes place on Sunday 12 October 2025 at Forest Lodge, Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ, within Cannock Chase Forest and the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The event is held in support of Newlife - The Charity for Disabled Children. Entry prices range from £10 to £140 depending on race and options. The event village, including start and finish areas, is positioned at the concert site within the forest. The venue is about 20 miles from central Birmingham and is just outside Stafford.

Course and race details

  • 5K - 1 lap
  • 10K - 2 laps
  • Half Marathon - 4 laps plus a mini lap
  • Junior Race

The courses run on mixed surfaces including dirt trails, gravel and tarmac. Each mile is signposted and helpers are placed on the route. Entries include a themed medal, chip-timed results, free official photos, and water and post-race goodies. GPX files are provided for the 5K and Half Marathon courses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Rugeley

Race information

Website Registration
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon Inc T-Shirt
10 km
10k Inc T-Shirt
10 km
10k
5 km
5k Inc T-Shirt
5 km
Junior Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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