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Cannock Chase Running Festival Half Marathon

Name: Cannock Chase Running Festival Half Marathon
Start: 2026-10-11
End: 2026-10-11
Location: Rugeley

Rugeley, United Kingdom • 11 Oct 2026

Cannock Chase Running Festival Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Junior Race

The Cannock Chase Running Festival takes place on 11 October 2026 at Birches Valley in Cannock Chase Forest near Rugeley. The event is organised by RunThrough and includes multiple race distances held on forest trails and gravel roads.

Distances included

Half Marathon
10K
5K
Junior Race

Participants follow a trail course that uses forest paths, woodland tracks and gravel roads. The route is marked with trail flags and A5 arrows and has accurate mile markers. Marshals are positioned around the course to guide participants and support safety.

Entries include a unique themed medal, free race photos, chip-timed results and post race goodies. An event village offers food and drink options and complimentary items from partner organisations at the finish area. There is an optional event t-shirt available at a discounted price through the event partner RT Kit. RunThrough has identified sustainability as a priority for its events and has taken steps to address that issue. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Rugeley

Race information

Website Registration

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

5 km

Junior Race

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

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