The Ryde 10mile Race

Event overview

The Ryde 10mile Race is organised by Ryde Harriers and takes place on 1 February 2026. The event is a 10 mile road race with an entry limit of 600 and a minimum age of 17 years. Entry fees are: early bird £16 (affiliated) / £19 (unaffiliated) plus a service charge, and standard £18 (affiliated) / £21 (unaffiliated) plus a service charge. The race holds Licence No. 30147, is part of the HRRL and is operated under UKA rules. Numbers and timing chips are issued at registration on race day. The official finish time limit is 2 hours 30 minutes. Medals are awarded to all finishers. Prize categories include men and women overall (1st–3rd), U20 and five-year veteran categories (1st–2nd), and team prizes for teams of three. Prizes not collected at the presentation will be posted within seven days.

Venue, course and logistical notes

The Race HQ is The Ryde Castle on Ryde Esplanade, opposite Ryde Harbour and Eastern Gardens (PO33 1JA). Pedestrian access only to the venue; registration is at the rear entrance. Secure bag storage is available. There are porta-loos in the castle carpark and public toilets nearby. No changing or shower facilities are available at The Ryde Castle; the Waterside Pool offers shower facilities for a charge. Recommended parking is Quay Road Car Park (PO33 2HB); alternative pay-and-display parking is available near the canoe lake and Appley car park.

The course starts on the sea wall by Ryde Harbour and finishes by Ryde Harbour Slipway, opposite the race HQ. It is a single lap route covering Ryde, Puckpool, Seaview, St. Helens and Nettlestone. Mile markers are provided and water stations are located at about 3 miles and 6.5 miles. In-ear or over-ear headphones and running with dogs are not permitted; bone-conduction headphones are allowed. Wheelchair entries may be accepted but suitability must be checked with the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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