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Wild Hybrid Birmingham

Name: Wild Hybrid Birmingham
Start: 2026-09-19
End: 2026-09-19
Location: Cannock Chase Forest

Cannock Chase Forest, United Kingdom • 19 Sep 2026

WILD HYBRID BIRMINGHAM Cannock Chase Forest Solos

The event is scheduled for 19 September 2026 at Cannock Chase Forest, Rugeley, WS15 2UQ. The venue includes extensive trails, paths, fire roads and woodland used for trail running. A functional work area will be located among the trees near the venue centre and parking.

There are ruck run options over trail distances. Competitors run with weighted packs; required pack weights are 10 kg for men and 7 kg for women. Competitors must bring their own pack and packs will be weighed at registration.

Distances offered

5 km ruck run
10 km ruck run

Live chip timing will be provided by Timing Up North. All finishers will receive Wild Hybrid merchandise and products from event sponsors. Prizes will be awarded to positions 1 to 3 in each standard category. Parking for competitors is expected to be around £5. Route details are to be confirmed. Photography will be available for purchase from event partners after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Cannock Chase Forest

Race information

Website Registration

10 km

10km Ruck Run

5 km

5km Ruck Run

Solo

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

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