Isle of Wight Half Marathon
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Isle of Wight Half Marathon : Ryde
The Isle of Wight Half Marathon takes place on 16th August 2026 and is licensed event No. 30153 run under UKA rules. The race is limited to 300 entries and has a minimum age of 17 years. Numbers and timing chips are issued at registration on race day. Registration opens at 08:00. Pay and display parking is available at the venue.
Entry options include early bird and standard rates for affiliated and unaffiliated runners, with higher cash rates on the day. Online entry is preferred; transfers and refunds are subject to deadlines and the stated refund policy. No deferrals are offered. The official finish time limit is 3 hours 15 minutes; the cut off may be enforced at the race director’s discretion.
The Race HQ is Ryde Rowing Club on Ryde Esplanade, about a 20 minute walk from the pier. Facilities at the HQ include changing, showers and secure bag storage. Travel to Ryde is served by mainland ferry and hover services; Wightlink offer a concessionary rate for the race weekend.
The course is two laps and undulating, using tarmac, gravel and short bridleway sections through Ryde, Bullen Lane, Goddard’s Farm Lane, Attrill’s Lane, Nettlestone, Whitefield Woods, Carpenters Road, St. Helens and Appley. Mile markers are provided and water stations are located at approximately 2m, 6m, 7.5m, 9.5m and 11m. The course is not suitable for wheelchairs.
For safety, in-ear or over-ear headphones are not permitted; bone conducting headphones are allowed. Running with dogs is not permitted. Medical information supplied with entries will be used by the medical provider in line with GDPR. Awards are given by overall, age and team categories and a souvenir is provided for all finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
