Cannock Chase Running Festival Half Marathon

Rugeley, United Kingdom • 11 Oct 2026

Cannock Chase Running Festival Half Marathon

The Cannock Chase Running Festival takes place on Sunday, 11th October 2026. The event is located at the Concert Field in Cannock Chase Forest, Birches Valley, Rugeley.

Participants can choose from several race distances:

  • Half Marathon
  • 10K
  • 5K
  • Junior Race

Entry includes a unique themed medal, free race photos, chip-timed results, and post-race goodies. The course follows forest paths, woodland tracks, and gravel roads. The route features accurate mile markers and marshals.

There is an event village at the location with food and drink options. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k
5 km
Half Marathon
Junior Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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