This popular race uses the forest paths and trails in and around Cannock Chase Forest.
It is a beautiful and challenging course with some hills, but it's a spectacularly rewarding run and well worth every step! The event welcomes runners of all abilities from novices to experienced athletes and it is the perfect race for spring marathon training.
Previous editions of this race have sold out.
The feedback was that you would like to see more race day options and so, to delight your soul and senses, there are two additional distances for the race day offering.
This race follows the demanding but delightful trails and footpaths within Cannock Chase Forest, and includes a few steep but satisfying inclines.
Cannock Chase
Penkridge Bank Road
Rugeley
Staffordshire
WS15 2UA
UK
Located just off Penkridge Bank Road, within Cannock Chase. Please note that the race HQ is not located at the Main Go Ape Visitor Centre.
The race is best accessed by car and there will be parking on site at Takeroo. Please follow signs to the designated car park.
Rugeley Town is the closest train station to the start location, situated 2.7 miles away. Those travelling by train could use this distance as a warm up for their race.
This event is doing its best to work sustainably to ensure that the carbon footprint of the race is kept as low as possible.
A fantastic environment and great place for a challenging race. The medal looked amazing, a sign was blown down at one point which caused a 400 detour and the water station was set up in a poor place but I think over all a great event that I will sure to race again if it comes up. Richard C
Stunning location, super tough trails, gorgeous medal afterwards. Abi N
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