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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

The Cannock Chase Running Festival takes place on 11 October 2026 at Birches Valley in Cannock Chase Forest. The event features multiple race distances that run on forest paths, woodland tracks and gravel roads through the autumn landscape.

Distances

Half Marathon
10K
5K
Junior Race

The course is marked with trail flags and A5 arrows and has accurate mile markers. Marshals are positioned on the course to guide and support participants. Results are chip timed. Entries include a unique themed medal, free race photos and post race goodies. A staffed event village offers food and drink options and free partner giveaways at the finish.

The organiser notes a focus on sustainability for the event and an optional event t-shirt is available at a discounted price when purchased as part of the entry through the event partner RT Kit. Practical event information and final details are provided to entrants closer to the date. 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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