Isle of Wight Marathon
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Isle of Wight Marathon : 70th running
The Isle of Wight Marathon takes place on 4 October 2026 and marks the 70th running of the event. The race has been held continuously since 1957 and is listed by the Association of Road Racing Statisticians. The current course records are 2:28:30 for men and 2:56:38 for women. The event is licensed (Race Licence No. 30154) and is held under UKA rules.
The single-lap course uses quieter and scenic roads on the west of the island, passing through Cowes, Gurnard, Rew Street, Porchfield, Shalfleet, Yarmouth, Thorley, Chessell, Ningwood and Northwood. Water stations are provided at approximate mile markers 3.6, 6.4, 9.7, 12.8, 16.0, 18.6, 21.6 and 24.5; these stations supply water only and littering is not allowed outside them. There are no public or race-provided toilets on the route, but several local businesses have agreed that runners may use their facilities.
Entry is limited to 400 runners, minimum age 18. Entry fees are listed for affiliated and unaffiliated runners, with early-bird and on-the-day rates; transfers and refunds follow the published refund policy. The official finish time limit is 6 hours 30 minutes. Race headquarters and registration are at Isle of Wight Community Club in Cowes. For safety, in-ear or over-ear headphones and running with dogs are not permitted. Medals are awarded to all finishers and prize categories are paid on gun time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
