Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series

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  • Date Sat 22nd March 2025
  • Location Rugeley, Staffordshire
  • Price £22.00 - £32.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 10km

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Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series

Sat 22nd March 2025

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Event summary

Join us for the Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series, an exciting trail running event organized by BCS Events, set to take place on Saturday, March 22nd, 2025, in the picturesque Rugeley, Staffordshire. Nestled in the stunning Cannock Chase Forest, just north of Birmingham, this event invites runners of all levels to embrace the thrill of nature while choosing between two exhilarating race distances: the Half Marathon and the 10K.

As you traverse the beautiful woodlands, you'll experience a mix of marked and unmarked paths, all while surrounded by towering trees and diverse wildlife, including deer and majestic birds of prey. Whether you’re training for your next marathon or simply seeking a memorable outdoor adventure, the Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series promises both a challenge and a reward with its breathtaking scenery and invigorating atmosphere. Plus, for those who want to include their furry friends, canicross options are available! Don't miss this magical spring morning of trail running—mark your calendars for March 22nd, 2025!

Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series

Sat 22nd March 2025

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Organiser's Description

Get ready for an incredible trail running experience at the Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series in March 2025! Located just north of Birmingham in the beautiful Cannock Chase Forest, this event offers an exhilarating challenge for runners of all levels – whether you’re prepping for a marathon or just looking for an adventure.

You can choose from the Half Marathon or 10K routes, each weaving through the rich woodlands of Cannock Chase. The trails, a mix of marked and unmarked paths, will take you past towering trees and through diverse forest habitats. As you run, keep an eye out for local wildlife like deer and birds of prey, and be prepared for a few steep inclines, wet patches, and muddy sections that will test your legs!

Perfect for all abilities, this event also offers canicross options, so your four-legged friends can join in the fun.

Whether you’re running the 10K or taking on the Half Marathon, this trail promises to challenge and reward you with stunning scenery and an invigorating atmosphere. Don’t miss out on a magical spring morning of trail running on Saturday 22nd March 2025!

Races

  • Trail Half Marathon

    £32.00

    Booking for more than 1?

  • Trail 10K

    £22.00

    Booking for more than 1?

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  • Trail Half Marathon

    £32.00

    Booking for more than 1?

  • Trail 10K

    £22.00

    Booking for more than 1?

Course Details

The Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series is designed to provide a scenic yet challenging trail experience, making full use of the natural diversity within Cannock Chase. The 10K and Half Marathon distances are strategically planned using this balance of terrains, allowing runners to experience a mix of flatter sections, rolling hills, and rugged paths through forested trails. Here's a closer look at how these courses are structured:

10K (One Lap)

For the 10K, runners will complete one full lap of the course, which is specially designed to offer a well-rounded trail running experience without feeling repetitive. Starting on relatively flat ground, runners quickly transition into winding forest trails that gradually increase in complexity. The varied terrain introduces a mix of grassy paths, gravel, and dirt tracks, allowing for a mix of speed on the flat sections and focused endurance on hillier portions.

As runners progress through the lap, they encounter subtle elevation changes that add a level of challenge without overloading them. These sections not only provide a great way to test trail running skills but also allow runners to fully immerse themselves in the surroundings of Cannock Chase.

Half Marathon (Two Laps)

For the Half Marathon, participants will complete two laps of the same 10K course. With each lap, the diversity of terrain comes into play, making each repeat of the loop feel fresh and engaging. While the flat sections offer a bit of reprieve, the repeating hills and technical portions on the second lap demand strategy and stamina. In the second round, runners often find themselves pacing differently, as they’re more familiar with the course's challenging sections.

Completing two laps brings an added mental challenge that isn’t as prevalent in single-lap courses, testing not only physical endurance but also focus and determination. The balance between flats and terrain changes ensures that runners get moments of recovery interspersed with sections that push their endurance and agility.

Course Highlights

- Flats: The flat sections provide faster-paced opportunities to make up time, which helps runners tackle the tougher areas with more confidence.

- Technical Terrain: Rolling hills, exposed roots, and natural obstacles require strategic footwork and make the course truly dynamic.

- Forested Paths: Dense tree cover provides a cooler environment and adds an element of tranquillity, letting runners connect with the natural beauty around them.

In sum, the Cannock Chase Wildwood Trail Series uses this lap-based course to give participants a well-rounded trail experience with natural ebbs and flows.

What's Included

  • Wooden Medal
  • Eco-Friendly Event
  • Fully Marked Route
  • Aid Stations
  • Chip Timed Event
  • Online Results
  • Marshalls on Route
  • Event Photography
  • Dog Friendly Event

How to Get There

ByTaxi
Aero Taxis Ltd
01543 505050

Corkys Cars
01543 505058

Fifty Fifty Taxis
01889 575050

By Train
If you’re planning to arrive by train, please note that there are no direct train routes to Cannock Chase Forest. The nearest train stations Rugeley Trent Valley and Rugeley Town are both approximately 2 miles away.

Parking

There is ample parking at Cannock Chase Forest in the Birches Valley Main Car Park

Please see Cannock Chase Forest website for parking information.

Location

Cannock Chase Forest

Birches Valley Forest Centre (Car Park)

Birches Valley

Rugeley

WS15 2UQ

race day timings

Gates Open: 7:30am

Registration: 7:30am

Half Marathon Start Time: 9:00am

10K Start Time: 9:30am

Cut off: 1:00pm

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WS15 2UQ Birches Valley, Rugeley, United Kingdom

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