Cannock Chase The Sun 5k, 10k and 10 mile - May 2023

Name: Cannock Chase The Sun 5k, 10k and 10 mile - May 2023
Start: 2023-05-24T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-05-24T18:00:00.000Z
Location: Cannock Chase Forest - Forestry England, Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ, UK

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About

Experience the scenic Cannock Chase forest by taking part in this friendly running event brought to you by RunThrough. With three distances on offer, you can find the right challenge for you. Cross the finish line to earn your finisher's medal and enjoy some tasty post-race snacks.

5k, 10k and 10 mile

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Wed, 24 May 2023

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Rugeley, United Kingdom

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Elevation

5 to 20m elevation gain per km

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Where and when

Location

Cannock Chase Forest - Forestry England, Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ, UK

Start times

Wed, 24 May 2023

5k:

7:00pm |

10k:

7:00pm |

10 mile:

7:00pm

Races summary

Here's what races are available for Cannock Chase The Sun 5k, 10k and 10 mile - May 2023

5km

£24.00

10k

10km

£24.00

10 mile

10mi

£26.00

Route information

Elevation: Undulating
Terrain: Gravel - Tarmac - Trails
One Laps = 5k

This undulating course takes runners in and around the stunning woodland of Cannock Chase Forest. This event venue is unique as it will be host to the 2022 Commonwealth Games mountain biking at the Forestry England site.

Each course will be clearly way-marked with arrows, signs and distance markers. There will also be marshals stationed throughout the course to ensure you run in the correct direction of to cheer you on your way.

What's included

Unique Finisher's Medal
Chip-timed results
Course marshals
Way-marked route
Fruit and flapjacks
Official event photography

How to get there

Cannock Chase Forest - Forestry England, Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ, UK

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Parking

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

19:00 All races starts

21:00 Event 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.

Race Pack

Race Packs must be collected on the day of the event, before the start of your race, from registration. Please be aware that you will not receive anything in the post.

Age Requirements

5k - 11 and older
10k - 15 and older
10 mile - 17 and older

Bag Drop

There will be a secure area where bags can be left, though it is recommended that you bring as little baggage as possible. Your bag tag is attached to your race number which you can tear off and attach to your bag.

Refreshments

There will be water stations at the 5k point of the race and at the finish where flapjacks and bananas will be waiting for finishers.

Race Rules

It is not recommended that you wear headphones during the race so you stay alert to what is going on around you and hear the encouragement from marshals and spectators. There will also be pedestrians on the paths you'll be running who you'll need to be aware of.

On-Site Facilities

There will be portable toilets available at the event village for use.

Race Results

Your race timings will be published on RunThrough results page after the race.

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FAQs

Is there somewhere safe I can leave my bag for the Cannock Chase The Sun event?

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 The Sun?

There will be free parking available at the concert site.

What is the minimum age to enter the 10k at the Cannock Chase The Sun?

Participants of the 10k race must be aged 15 and over.

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