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 11 October 2026 at Birches Valley, Concert Field, Cannock Chase Forest, Rugeley (WS15 2UQ), UK. The event offers multiple race distances on marked trail and forest routes.

Race distances:

  • Half Marathon (£34 entry)
  • 10K (£32 entry)
  • 5K (£28 entry)
  • Junior Race (£10 entry)

The course follows forest paths, woodland tracks and gravel roads within Cannock Chase Forest. Mile markers are provided and marshals are positioned on the course to guide runners.

Entries include a unique themed medal, free race photos, chip-timed results and post-race goodies. An event village provides food and drink options and free partner-provided items at the finish. Accurate timing and race photography are listed as included services.

A Cannock Chase event t-shirt is available at checkout for £15, with a listed retail value of £25. The listing notes sustainability work by the organiser and shows partner support from several brands. 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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