Newport to Ryde
Sat 4 Apr 2026 Newport, Isle of Wight, UK

Newport to Ryde

Enjoy a scenic 7-mile point-to-point race from Newport to Ryde, following quiet country lanes, gentle hills, and sweeping coastal views to a lively finish.

  • Sat 4 Apr 2026
Newport Methodist Church Hall, Newport > Ryde High School 6th Form Centre, Ryde
Newport to Ryde

15:00

Age 16 & over

£14-£20

  • 7 miles multi terrain running + 142 m ascent

Event overview

Enjoy an undulating route that takes advantage of old railway lines, open farmland, tree-lined woodland paths and offers some lovely views along the way. This is an extremely popular race and forms part of the Ryde Harriers Easter series which also includes the West Wight 3 Hills on Easter Monday.

Ryde to Newport race is a wonderful adventure, bluebells were ace too. 

Highlights

  • Starts in Newport and finishes by the sea in Ryde
  • Scenic countryside roads through the heart of the island
  • Gentle climbs and rewarding descents for a varied challenge
  • Coastal finish with stunning views over the Solent
  • Well-marshalled and clearly marked throughout
  • Ideal for runners chasing a PB or scenic spring challenge

Event community

Ryde H.

Ryde H.

Event details

  • Average fitness
  • Event village
  • Newcomers

  • Bone conducting headphones only
  • Marshals
  • Point to point
  • Undulating
  • Water stations

Overview

This scenic point-to-point race links the island’s county town of Newport with the coastal resort of Ryde, offering runners a rewarding mix of countryside tranquillity and seaside energy. The route follows undulating rural lanes before descending towards the coast, finishing with stunning views across the Solent — a true Isle of Wight classic.

Route highlights

  • Starts in Newport, finishes by the sea in Ryde
  • Quiet country roads through picturesque villages and farmland
  • Rolling hills that add variety without being too tough
  • Fast, downhill sections leading to a strong coastal finish
  • Views across the Solent as you approach the finish line
  • Fully marshalled and chip-timed for a smooth, enjoyable run

  • Changing facilities
  • Free parking
  • Paid parking
  • Toilets

Event HQ

Newport Methodist Church Hall
Quay Street
Newport
Isle of Wight
PO30 5BA
UK

  • Chip timing

Included

  • Chip timing and official results under UKA rules
  • Souvenir for all finishers

Prizes

  • Prizes for overall, age-group, and team categories

Excellent event. Kev D

Great event, well organised and signed, with a varied course and fortunately good weather. Refreshments and cakes available at the finish as well as a race medal. James A

Such a great event, well organised, friendly Marshall, beautiful route. Loved it. Gayle M

Thank you. I race I have done several years ago and hated - today I enjoyed it! It’s a tough one however I would do again. Thank you ☺️ Beverly C

Your organised races are always top quality and very much appreciated. Thank you to all of your team! Ryde to Newport race is a wonderful adventure, bluebells were ace too. Elizabeth S

Great event and beautiful course. A must-do for any serious athlete! Jason T

Lovely run. I have diabetes type 1 and the marshalls were really helpful when i had a low blood sugar, giving me sweets and water to get me back to health so i could complete the run. Alex T

Well organised, everyone at the start was very helpful. Very supportive Marshalls on the route so no chance of getting lost. Great course with lots of hills and mud. Finish was well organised and was good to have our kit very close at hand. Will definitely do again. Andrew G

Really good race , well organised and fun. Love the medal. Colin R

Tough run but great marshals and beautiful scenery. Will be back. Russell B

Reviews thanks to Racecheck

  • Age 16 & over
  • 175 places
  • Entries open
  • Enter online

Entry fees

Entry fee (Affiliated)

£14.00

Entry fee (Unaffiliated)

£17.00

Entry fee (on the day)

£17.00

Entry fee (on the day)

£20.00

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