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Cannock Chase Forest HM & 10k

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Slitting Mill, East Midlands, United Kingdom

calendar_today 05 Jul, 2026

About the Event

Chase the dappled summer light through one of England's most beautiful ancient woodlands. The Cannock Chase Forest Half Marathon & 10K returns on Sunday, 5th July 2026, offering a challenging yet rewarding trail race through the stunning Staffordshire forest. Now a beloved summer event, runners of all abilities can enjoy cooler breezes and sunlit paths as they tackle the hilly, picturesque forest trails. With a welcoming atmosphere, bespoke medals, free parking and photos, this race is the perfect blend of a serious training run and a delightful day out in nature. Lace up for a classic summer trail adventure in the heart of Cannock Chase.

Races Offered

10K

Jul 05, 2026

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Distance — 10K

terrain

Type — —

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10:00

Half-marathon

Jul 05, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — —

timer

10:00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Slitting Mill.

thermostat Temperature

12.4° / 20.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

10.2° / 17.4°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 20m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.1 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

14.2 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.6)

humidity_mid Humidity

75.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:04

nightlight Sunset

21:22

About Slitting Mill

Learn more about the host city, Slitting Mill.

Slitting Mill is a small village on the outskirts of Rugeley, Staffordshire. At the 2001 census, it had a population of 265.

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