Canix UK Cannock Forest Rally
Sun 28th January '07
- Sun 28th Jan '07
Location Info
Cannock Forest, part of Cannock Chase in Staffordshire, is an area of mixed conifer and broadleaf woodland managed by Forestry England. The landscape includes a large network of gravel forestry roads, bridleways, and recreational trails.
Terrain is gently undulating heathland and forest, shaped by glacial deposits and sandstone ridges. Surfaces are typically firm aggregate with sections of sandy soil.
Course Description
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Directions
From The North:
Leave the M6 at junction 13 and take the A449 for Penkridge and Stafford. At Penkridge turn left on the B5012 for Cannock. After crossing over the M6 take the next left (unsigned) for 4.25 miles. You will see the race signs on the right hand bend – marked “Rugeley Ranges”. Turn left onto the track and proceed to the car park.
From Other Directions:
Approach Rugeley from the Lichfield side on the A51. Go under the railway bridge and at the roundabout take the second exit towards Stafford and Stone (A51). After 0.25 of a mile turn left at the traffic lights into Hagley road. Stay on this raod for 2 miles at which point you will see the race signs on a left hand bend – marked “Rugeley Ranges”. Turn right onto the track and proceed to the car park.
Canix UK
Cani-Cross UK (CaniX) is a UK organisation that promotes the sport of canicross, a form of cross-country running where a runner is connected to their dog using a harness, waist belt and bungee line. The group encourages people of all abilities to take part in running with their dogs, emphasising fitness, teamwork and safe participation for both handler and dog.
The organisation runs a series of CaniX events across England, Scotland and Wales, typically held during the cooler months from autumn through spring when conditions are safer for dogs to run. Races are generally short off-road courses, commonly around five kilometres, with additional classes for juniors and “have-a-go” participants to encourage newcomers to the sport.
Through organised races, training guidance and community events, Cani-Cross UK helps introduce runners and dog owners to canicross while supporting the continued growth of dog-powered sports in the UK. The organisation promotes participation across all ages and breeds, highlighting the benefits of exercising and exploring the outdoors together with dogs.
Event Completed
Start Date
Sunday 28th January '07
End Date
Sunday 28th January '07
Event Length
1 day