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Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge

Ventnor, United Kingdom • 2-3 May 2026

The Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge is a premier endurance event held on the stunning Isle of Wight, featuring a variety of distances including 106km, 53km, 25km, and a 10-mile option. Participants walk, jog, or run along the island’s spectacular southern coastal path, passing iconic landmarks like the Needles and historic towns such as Cowes and Ventnor. The event offers full support with marquee rest stops, medical and massage teams, GPS-tracked routes, and quality catering. Options include a continuous 106km challenge, a two-day split, and shorter loops like the Southern 50. Camping, shuttle transfers, and a festive finish-line celebration enhance the experience, making it accessible for all fitness levels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Ventnor

Race information

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106 km
1800 m+
Full 2 Day 'daylight' ~ 106 Km
106 km
1800 m+
Full Continuous ~ 106 Km
82 km
1300 m+
3/4 Challenge ~ 82 Km
54 km
900 m+
2nd Half Challenge ~ 54 Km
52 km
900 m+
1st Half Challenge ~ 52 Km
50 km
1025 m+
Southern 50 ~ 50 Km
25 km
Quarter Challenges ~ 25 Km
10 mi
Medina Challenge ~ 10 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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