Opening hours
Open every day except Christmas Day.
Monthly opening times are as follows:
January - 7:30am to 5:00pm
February - 7:30am to 6:00pm
March - 7:30am to 6:00pm
April - 7:30am to 8:00pm
May - 7:30am to 9:00pm
June - 7:30am to 9:00pm
July - 7:30am to 9:00pm
August - 7:30am to 9:00pm
September - 7:30am to 8:00pm
October - 7:30am to 7:00pm
November - 7:30am to 5:00pm
December - 7:30am to 5:00pm
How to find us
Look out for the brown tourist signs that have the white stag on a purple background.
The nearest train stations Rugeley Trent Valley and Rugeley Town are both approximately 2 miles away.
52.7502954, -1.9763149
Parking and prices
Parking charges apply at Cannock Chase Forest.
All our Pay & Display machines accept coin and card payments.
Disabled parking available – normal parking charges apply.
You can now use RingGo* at Cannock Chase Forest which allows you to pay for parking online or via an app. Please download the Ringo App before travelling if you can.
Pay for parking on your phone in 5 easy steps:
1. Open the RingGo app, or download for free if you haven’t already got it, using the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android).
2. Log in with your RingGo details, or register as a new user.
3. Select your location by entering the 3–6 digit number shown on the parking signs.
4. Enter your number plate and choose how long you’d like to park for. Remember, you can extend this later.
5. Choose to add any handy parking reminders you need, then just tap to pay.
And you’re good to go! Your details are saved so next time, you can park even faster.
If you’re not a smartphone user, you can still use RingGo to pay for your parking by calling 0203 046 0063. You can also register and book parking with RingGo online.
*There is a small convenience charge for using this service. See RingGo online for full terms and conditions and VAT receipts.
Parking Charges
| Parking Charges | |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | £3.00 |
| Up to 2 hours | £5.00 |
| All day | £8.00 |
Coaches/Minibuses charges
Minibuses - £10 from 22 March
Coaches - £10.00
Thank you for paying to park. We use the money you spend on parking to look after the nation’s forests. We don’t make a profit and rely on the support of our visitors and members, so every penny you spend is invested by Forestry England back into the management of our woodlands and is needed to make Cannock Chase Forest a great place for a day out.
Additional information
Try our easy access trails page to find accessible parking near you.
Facilities and access
- We look forward to welcoming visitors back to Cannock Chase Forest without legal restrictions. Please remember to take personal responsibility for your health and hygiene and respect others if they wish to continue with some safety measures, such as wearing a mask or social distancing.
- Be kind and patient to our staff, volunteers and onsite business partners. They are working hard to help you to get the best out of your visit.
For more help on planning your visit, take a look at our accessibility information:
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