Isle of Wight Half Marathon
Challenge yourself on this scenic, undulating road race across the Isle of Wight. Enjoy breathtaking coastal views, peaceful countryside lanes, and amazing local support from start to finish.
Sign up for £20-£25
- Sun 16 Aug 2026
10:00
Age 17 & over
£20-£25
- 13.1 miles multi terrain running + 183 m ascent
Event overview
Set in the scenic countryside just outside Ryde, this well-established half marathon offers a rewarding mix of challenge and charm. Organised by Ryde Harriers, it’s a friendly, UKA-licensed race on quiet rural roads, with stunning views, great local support and a welcoming atmosphere for runners of all abilities.
One of the best, friendliest halfs I've run. Will deffo be back.
Highlights
- Scenic rural route on quiet country roads with gentle hills and coastal views
- UKA-licensed, officially measured course with chip timing for accurate results
- Water stations and friendly marshals along the route
- Souvenir for all finishers and category prizes for top performers
- Changing and shower facilities plus nearby parking at Race HQ
- Warm, community atmosphere and great local support from start to finish
Event photos
Event community
Ryde H.
Event details
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- 2 laps
- Bone conducting headphones only
- Distance markers
- No headphones
- Undulating
- Water stations
- GPX available
GPX route
The route is displayed on the map above.
Overview
The route takes runners on a scenic loop through the beautiful countryside west of Ryde, combining coastal glimpses with quiet rural roads and gentle undulations that keep things interesting. It’s a well-marshalled, UKA-measured course that perfectly captures the charm of the Isle of Wight’s landscape; challenging enough to be rewarding, yet welcoming for all abilities.
Route highlights
- Starts and finishes on the edge of Appley Park
- Follows quiet country lanes through attractive villages and farmland
- Features rolling hills for a varied, engaging challenge
- Occasional coastal views showcasing the island’s beauty
- Changing facilities
- Paid parking
- Secure bag storage
- Showers
- Chip timing
Included
- Official Isle of Wight Half Marathon race entry
- Fully marked road course
- Mile markers along the route
- Water stations on course
- Race number and chip timing
- Finisher’s medal
- Medical support during the race
- Results published after the event
Prizes
Prizes are usually handed out after the race in a friendly post-race ceremony celebrating both achievement and community spirit:
- Trophies for the top three overall male and female finishers
- Age category prizes (usually in 10-year bands)
- First local club member awards
- Team trophies for affiliated club runners
- Special recognition prizes are occasionally presented for standout performances
Great support and the perfect number of drinks stations. Patrick L
Great race. Carly S
Plenty of drink stations. Great marshalling. Quality medal. Tim F
Great race. This was my second year running it. Tough, undulating course. Excellent organisation, friendly marshals and fantastic support along the way. Would be nice to have results earlier. Karwan M
Well run, friendly and helpful Marshalls. Mariana G
Whilst the course is difficult and challenging, the marshals were so supportive and encouraging which made my race. The organisation was fab. Every year I say I will never run this race again (because of how challenging the course is!) but I’m sure I’ll be back next year! Thanks Ryde Harriers!!!! Catherine Y
Great course with the usual excellent support from Ryde Harriers marshals around the route, one of the best, friendliest half I've run. Will deffo be back. Russell B
Such a great event. Thanks very much to all involved. Gemma S
Well done everyone on the course. Patrick Q
Challenging course with part trail. Roger M
It was a great event, although the course route has elevation I hadn't realised how hilly it would be. The Marshalls and helpers were excellent and very friendly. Greg C
Reviews thanks to RaceCheck
- Age 17 & over
- 300 places
- Entries open
- Enter online
Entry fees
Entry fee (Affiliated)
£20.00
Entry fee (on the day)
£22.00
Entry fee (Unaffiliated)
£23.00
Entry fee (on the day)
£25.00