Cannock Chase Running Festival April 2026
Sun, Apr 19, 2026
Cannock Chase Forest - Forestry England, Rugeley
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Cannock Chase Running Festival April 2026
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Trail in and around the charming woodlands of Cannock Chase Forest in this incredible running festival brought to you by RunThrough. With a variety of distances to choose from, this is perfect for all abilities. Come for the scenic greenery or for your bespoke finisher's medal!
Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, and 1 more
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Sun, Apr 19, 2026
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Rugeley, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Cannock Chase Forest - Forestry England, main car park, Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ, UK
Start times
Sunday, Apr 19, 2026
Half Marathon: 9:30 AM10k: 10:00 AM5k: 10:10 AMJunior Race: 12:00 PM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Cannock Chase Running Festival April 2026
Half Marathon
13.1mi
£34
10k
10km
£32
5k
5km
£28
Junior Race
1km
£10
Half Marathon
13.1mi
£34
10k
10km
£32
5k
5km
£28
Junior Race
1km
£10
Route information
A unique and picturesque mass-participation half marathon, 10k and 5k race around Cannock Chase Forest.”
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What's included
- Finisher's medal
- Timed results
- Free race photos
- Post-race goodies
- Course marshals
How to get there
Cannock Chase Forest - Forestry England, main car park, Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ, UK
Get full directionsParking
There will be free parking available at the concert site. Please do note that if you wish to stay at the forest after the event, you must move your car to the main venue car park.
By Train
The closest train station to Cannock Chase Forest is Rugeley Town, which is located at 2.7 miles away. If you are travelling by train, and travel light, you could jog to the start line to warm up.
Event day logistics
09:30 am - Half Marathon starts
10:00 am - 10k starts
10:10 am - 5k starts
12:00 pm - Junior Race
12:30 pm - Race Ends
*Please arrive at least 45-60 minutes before the start of your race to allow plenty of time to park, register, collect your race pack, attach your race number, drop your bag, and warm up.
MINIMUM AGES
- 5k - 11 and older
- 10k - 15 and older
- Half Marathon - 17 and older
- Junior Race - Under 11
RESULTS
Results will be available here immediately after the race.
PICTURES
We will have an official photographer at the event, please check out our photos page after the race.
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FAQs
Where can I find results for the Cannock Chase Running Festival 2026?
You can find your results on the RunThrough results page after the race.
Is there somewhere safe I can leave my bag for the Cannock Chase Running Festival 2026?
Yes, there is a secure area where you can leave your baggage. Please try to bring as little with you only essentials for the race.
Will there be somewhere for me to park at the Cannock Chase Running Festival 2026?
There will be free parking available at the concert site. Please do note that if you wish to stay at the forest after the event, you must move your car to the main venue car park.
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