Where does Isle of Wight Marathon take place?

Isle of Wight Marathon takes place in Cowes, UK.

What distances does Isle of Wight Marathon offer?

Entry options include: Marathon.

How is Isle of Wight Marathon rated by runners?

Isle of Wight Marathon has an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 from 65 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is Isle of Wight Marathon like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Challenging (48% of reviews), Small & Intimate (90% of reviews), Urban & Nature Mix (61% of reviews), Undulating - Mixed (56% of reviews).

Isle of Wight Marathon reviews

Name: Isle of Wight Marathon
Start: 2026-10-04
End: 2026-08-16
Location: Cowes, UK
Rating: 4.54

Kevin G.

4.2

· 2026 Marathon ·

When you have the option to order a t shirt When entering a race you should have what you ordered and not be given what is left otherwise what's the point of preordering, a short sleeve and long sleeve are completely different.

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Robbie A.

4.5

· 2026 Marathon ·

Very well managed race, the admin at the start and finish line was seamless. Shame the course is mostly open roads, had to slow down or stop at points to let cars past/cross the roads, although I understand for a race this size it isn't possible. Given that I felt very safe and w...

Very well managed race, the admin at the start and finish line was seamless. Shame the course is mostly open roads, had to slow down or stop at points to let cars past/cross the roads, although I understand for a race this size it isn't possible. Given that I felt very safe and well looked after. The hills were killer though

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Aesha O.

3.9

· 2026 Marathon ·

Good event but there were a couple of logistical hiccups that could be fine-tuned for future races.

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Jack P.

5.0

· 2026 Marathon ·

Brilliant marathon! Would definitely do again and highly recommend

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Mark W.

4.7

· 2026 Marathon ·

Always a great race - a classic race organised by a running club, rather than a commercial enterprise. Well organised, well marshalled and lots of support on the route from other runners, the general public and the super marshals. A little warm for October, but nothing the ...

Always a great race - a classic race organised by a running club, rather than a commercial enterprise. Well organised, well marshalled and lots of support on the route from other runners, the general public and the super marshals. A little warm for October, but nothing the organisers could have done about that!

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Karen H.

4.1

· 2025 Marathon ·

Enjoyable race with a great atmosphere and decent organisation

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Edwina L.

4.8

· 2025 Marathon ·

Everyone & everything was amazing. A tough course but outstanding scenery. Volunteers, Marshalls & water stations were fantastic & on the way back the snacks, gels & sweets were as much appreciated as the water. Don’t understand why it’s not closed roads although the Marshalls we...

Everyone & everything was amazing. A tough course but outstanding scenery. Volunteers, Marshalls & water stations were fantastic & on the way back the snacks, gels & sweets were as much appreciated as the water. Don’t understand why it’s not closed roads although the Marshalls were great on the roads where we had to cross. We had some close shaves on the narrower roads where there was no support or Marshall points. That was the only thing I did have an issue with, otherwise a fantastic event.

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Johnny W.

4.6

· 2025 Marathon ·

This was my first marathon race! The crowds on the island were amazing and although this a road race, the event is well signposted and the marshals did a great job of directing traffic safely - plus drivers were generally considerate (and supportive!) of the event. This is an ...

This was my first marathon race! The crowds on the island were amazing and although this a road race, the event is well signposted and the marshals did a great job of directing traffic safely - plus drivers were generally considerate (and supportive!) of the event. This is an undulating course, so make sure you do a lot of hill training!

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Malcolm K.

4.6

· 2025 Marathon ·

Brilliant support and friendliness.

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Helen V.

4.0

· 2025 Marathon ·

Really good local team organised event. Shame some of the route takes you onto main roads which was a bit dicey at times! The Marshalls were excellent, encouraging and plenty of water stops! Course is rolling at beginning then last half has some challenging hills! But then that...

Really good local team organised event. Shame some of the route takes you onto main roads which was a bit dicey at times! The Marshalls were excellent, encouraging and plenty of water stops! Course is rolling at beginning then last half has some challenging hills! But then that’s what makes the IOW 💛Beautiful keepsake medal Great venue for HQ everything you needed

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