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2026 Isle of Wight Marathon

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Oct 4, 2026 · 1 day🇬🇧 Cowes, United Kingdom
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The Isle of Wight Marathon is Britain's longest continuously-run marathon since 1957, held annually. The 2026 edition takes place on Sunday 4 October from Cowes, featuring a single undulating lap on open roads through the quieter western side of the island, with approximately 350m of total ascent. The course is known for scenic island lanes and Solent views, and is a Boston Qualifier.

Why attend here

In early October, the island's lanes are quiet and golden, with the Solent glittering to your left and the last of the season's warmth lingering in the air. After your run, treat yourself to a proper pub lunch in Yarmouth — think local crab or a ploughman's with a pint of island ale — and take a slow wander around the cobbled harbour before catching the ferry back.

Distance from you
From Columbus, US to Cowes, GB
~7.7h · 6,163 km

Cowes

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typical Oct weather · 2025
4 Sat
17°12°
15.6mm13.2 m/s
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Event Details
Elevation

350m

Course

The single lap rolls through town and rural lanes on the quieter western side of the island, passing through Gurnard, Rew Street, Porchfield, Shalfleet, Yarmouth, Thorley, Chessell, Ningwood, Northwood and back to Cowes. It is known for scenic island lanes and Solent views.