Isle of Wight Festival of Running

JUN

6

2026

Explore the Isle of Wight's dramatic coast and downs at the Festival of Running, with trail 5K, Tapnell 10K and the scenic Needles Half. Expect muddy off road sections, friendly marshals and stunning sea views for all levels.

Sat 6 Jun 2026

Isle of Wight,

Registration

Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Isle of Wight Festival of Running : overview

The Isle of Wight Festival of Running is a multi-day running festival based at West Wight Sports and Community Centre, Moa Place, Freshwater, PO40 9XH. The programme runs in the west of the island and uses coastal and rural terrain, including cliffs, coves, National Trust land and the area around Farringford and Tennyson Down. The festival includes a mix of circular cross-country, trail and off-road routes. Local running clubs are present during the week.

Distances and routes

10 km: Tapnell 10K via Tapnell Farm and National Trust land.
5 km: Freshwater 5K past Farringford, skirting Tennyson Down and Afton Marshes.
Half marathon: Needles Half along the coast from Colwell Bay to Totland Bay, via Headon Warren and Tennyson Down.
Junior Fun Run: short loop around fields adjoining the sports centre.

Entry details and attendee feedback

Entry fees listed are £25 for the Tapnell 10K and £35 for the Needles Half, with a stated overall price range of £25–£35. The Tapnell 10K entry is open to entrants aged 16 and over on 06/06/2026; the Needles Half is open to entrants aged 17 and over on 07/06/2026. Offers are shown as valid from 21 August 2025. The event has an aggregate rating of 4.6 from 21 reviews; past participants noted strong marshals and organisation, muddy sections in wet conditions, and parking charges. The organiser lists exclusive accommodation and travel discounts for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.