Cannock Chase Forest

We have extended the diversion on Rock 'n' Rollers. This section of trail is currently being worked on and there will be contractors and machinery operating in the area. The diversion is there to keep you, our staff and contractors safe.

Visitor information

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

Birches Valley, Rugeley

Sat Nav Postcode: WS15 2UQ

By Car

Look out for the brown tourist signs that have the white stag on a purple background.

By Public Transport

The nearest train stations Rugeley Trent Valley and Rugeley Town are both approximately 2 miles away.

OS Grid Ref

SK 018171

Get directions

52.7502954, -1.9763149

Parking and prices

All our P&D machines accept coin and card payments. Please note our machines do not give change and do not accept virtual card payments such as Apple and/or Google pay or payment via smart devices i.e. smartphones/smartwatches.

Disabled parking available – normal parking charges apply.

Parking Charges

Parking charges are enforced at this site

Up to 1 hour	£2.00
Up to 2 hours	£4.00
All day	£6.00

Coaches/Minibuses charges

Minibuses - £8.00

Coaches - £10.00

Additional Information

Regular visitors can save money by becoming a Member -

Coaches/Minibuses welcomed

Disabled parking available

Facilities and access

For more information on planning your visit, take a look at our accessibility information:

View Accessibility Statement

Accessible toilet

Easy access trail

Toilets

Play Area

Picnic area

Dogs allowed

Assistant dogs welcome

Cycle hire

Cafe

BBQ

Baby changing facilities

Contact details

Landline Number

0300 067 4340

E-Mail Address

info-cannock@forestryengland.uk

Cannock Chase Forest

Cannock Chase Forest is one of the best value day’s out that the Midlands has to offer

With a children’s play area, Go Ape, orienteering trails and even a dog activity trail, you will not be stuck for something to do at Cannock Chase, located north of Birmingham.

We have a range of woodland walks to suit all ages and abilities, and for those wanting to explore the forest on two wheels, make sure to check out our cycling trails for some of the best family and mountain biking opportunities in the Midlands.

Hire a bike from our cycle centre, bring a picnic or lunch at the café. Come rain or shine, you will all go home having had a fantastic forest adventure.