Cannock Chase Running Festival Half Marathon

Rugeley, United Kingdom • 11 Oct 2026

Event overview

The Cannock Chase Running Festival takes place on Sunday 11 October 2026 at Birches Valley, Concert Field, Cannock Chase Forest, Rugeley WS15 2UQ. The event is organised by RunThrough UK and includes multiple distances on forest trails. The location is described as running on trails within Cannock Chase Forest.

Distances

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

Course and facilities

The route runs along forest paths, woodland tracks and gravel roads. The course has accurate mile markers and marshals to guide participants. An event village will be onsite with food and drink options and partner-provided freebies at the finish. Chip-timed results and free race photos are provided.

Entries and inclusions

Entry prices listed are between £10 and £80. Specific fees shown are: Half Marathon £32, 10K £30, 5K £28, Junior Race £10, and a RunThrough Foundation Place option (no fundraising required) at £80. Entries include a unique themed medal, chip timing, free race photos and post-race goodies. A Cannock Chase event t-shirt is available at checkout for £15. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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