07:00
£10-£40
Age 14 & over
If you're keen to take on a proper challenge, shape up, re-energise and support an important cause, this ultra will help you go further than ever before - whether you walk, jog or run your way to the finish line.
You'll be supported all the way from the moment you sign up with an event app, online guides, forums and training walks. On the challenge there are safe venues, camping options, fully signed routes, chip timing, marquee rest stops, fantastic food and drink and expert safety, medical and welfare teams to get you over the finish line where you'll receive a huge cheer, medal, glass of fizz, t-shirt, massage, BBQ and more!
106km, at your pace, through the day and night if you’re walking.
106km over 2 days, with optional camping packages at half way (Comes) – or book a hotel or B&B to get some rest!
82km, at your pace, through the day from Chale to Culver Down.
A scenic ‘half’ – with the Island’s stunning Southern coastline, the Needles and Yarmouth from Chale to Cowes.
Starting in Cowes and ending in Chale – this half of the island is great in it’s own right – or ideal if you want to join up with a ‘full distance’ challenger for the 2nd half together.
Cross the Island from north to south (from Cowes to Chale), and see a different side of The Isle of Wight.
From Chale basecamp to The Needles.
From Culver Down to Chale basecamp.
Perfect if you’re staying in Cowes and want to explore the famous River Medina estuary – with it’s Marina’s and chain ferry. Families welcome!
Taking on an ultra trek or run is a serious challenge and tough for most people, but also achievable with the right training plan which you'll get access to when you sign up. This challenge is fully supported meaning it's the perfect way to have-a-go at a longer distance.
Fundraising for a cause close to your heart is part of the challenge and you'll receive a wealth of support, advice and tips from your chosen charity to make sure you smash your fundraising target.
Chale Parish Recreation Ground
Military Road
Ventnor
Isle of Wight
PO38 2JF
UK
Great challenges need great settings – and few are better than the Island’s stunning coastal path. Up to 2,000 adventurers will take on the Isle of Wight this year – all out to push themselves further.
It’s along the spectacular southern cliffs, past the iconic Needles, and up to historic Cowes at the half way stop.
For Full Island challengers it’s on to historic Ventnor, and back to the welcome base camp in Chale after an epic 106km journey.
You’ll get full support and hospitality all the way, and with 3/4, 1/2, and 1/4 Island Challenges plus new ‘Cross Island’ and 10 mile ‘Medina Estuary’ options also available – there’s an Isle of Wight Challenge for everyone!
With weekend camping options at basecamp, a bar, BBQ, music and entertainment – there’s going to be a festival feel on this challenge!
Every year hundreds of challengers get a discounted charity place in this event and fundraise for charity. While this is hugely beneficial to the charity it gives the participant advantages too, from saving tens of pounds on the registration fee to supporting a cause that is close to your heart and much more.
Committing to raising money for charity gives you motivation to get outside and train, plus all of these extras which will elevate your event experience:
Charities know that raising money is all part of the challenge, which is why they provide advice, branded materials and a personalised online fundraising page to help the donations roll in. Think videos for social media, branded imagery and testimonials from previous participants.
Whether this is your first ultra or your fifth, you'll need to train for it! You'll receive an in-depth training plan with guidance, plus many charities have access to expert coaches and elites too, who can provide exclusive tips for your challenge preparation. Experts include Runningwithus, Full Potential and Olympic champions.
When you show up on the day, people need to be able to see clearly that you're supporting a charity. Most charities will give you a branded and personalised t-shirt or vest for the big day, and often a training top too.
You won't be the only person taking part for that charity, so it's well worth meeting others through the charity's invite-only social media pages! You can organise to meet up for training days, chat with the charity's expert coaches and share tips and stories with each other to keep the motivation levels high.
Ultra challenges and charity fundraising go hand-in-hand - which charity will you go the distance for?
The registration fee and minimum sponsorship amount will vary depending on charity/distance chosen.