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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 multiple distance options including 106km, approximately 50km, 25km, and a 10-mile Cowes route. Participants walk, jog, or run along the scenic 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, food, medical and massage teams, GPS tracking, and a festive finish-line celebration. Options include continuous or two-day challenges with camping at basecamps in Chale and Cowes. The challenge caters to all fitness levels, with solo and team participation, making it a rewarding outdoor adventure. 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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