Isle of Wight Marathon
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70th Isle of Wight Marathon (4 October 2026)
The Isle of Wight Marathon is a single-lap road marathon held on the west side of the island. The race has been run continuously since 1957 and in 2026 marks its 70th running for men and 51st for women. The course, first used in 2013 and modified in 2022, follows quieter town and rural roads through Cowes, Gurnard, Rew Street, Porchfield, Shalfleet, Yarmouth, Thorley, Chessell, Ningwood and Northwood. The roads are undulating and marked with a mile board at each mile point. The course is not suitable for wheelchairs and holds an SEAA Course Accuracy Certificate.
Water stations (water only) are positioned at roughly 3.6, 6.4, 9.7, 12.8, 16.0, 18.6, 21.6 and 24.5 miles; littering outside the water stations is not permitted. There are no public or race-provided toilets on course, though a few local businesses have agreed that runners may use their facilities if needed.
Race HQ and registration are at the Isle of Wight Community Club, Park Road, Cowes PO31 7NP, with changing, shower facilities and bag storage. Limited free parking is available at the finish venue and free on-street parking nearby.
Entries are limited to 400 and the minimum age is 18. Entry fees vary by date and affiliation; on-the-day entries may be available if the race has not sold out. The event operates under UKA rules; numbers and timing chips are issued at registration. Safety rules include a ban on in-ear headphones and no dogs on course. Prizes are awarded by gun time, medals are given to all finishers, and monetary awards are offered for course records. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
