Isle of Wight Festival of Running
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From West Wight Sports & Community Centre
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Isle of Wight Festival of Running, hosted by West Wight Sports & Community Centre on Saturday, May 30, 2020, in the picturesque setting of Freshwater, Isle of Wight. This vibrant event is perfect for the entire family, featuring a range of activities designed to encourage participation at all levels.
Children can enjoy fun runs tailored just for them, while adults can challenge themselves with a variety of distances, including a scenic 5k cross-country run and a 10k route that takes you through the stunning countryside to Tapnell Farm. For those seeking a true test of endurance, the Needles Half Marathon awaits, renowned as one of the toughest and most beautiful half marathons in the UK. Experience breathtaking views of the iconic Needles and traverse diverse terrains, including downs and heathland, all while celebrating the spirit of community and fitness. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, explore, and create lasting memories on May 30!
Children can enjoy fun runs tailored just for them, while adults can challenge themselves with a variety of distances, including a scenic 5k cross-country run and a 10k route that takes you through the stunning countryside to Tapnell Farm. For those seeking a true test of endurance, the Needles Half Marathon awaits, renowned as one of the toughest and most beautiful half marathons in the UK. Experience breathtaking views of the iconic Needles and traverse diverse terrains, including downs and heathland, all while celebrating the spirit of community and fitness. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, explore, and create lasting memories on May 30!
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5.01 review
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Kris Barnfather
Reviewing the 2019 edition · 7 years ago
Excellent Event. Well organised event. The event village is well set-up, showers, cafe and food stalls. The route is one of the most picturesque I've ever done, it was well marshalled with friendly volunteers.
Organiser's description
A sporting event designed with the whole family in mind. There are fun runs for the youngsters; a cross country 5k circular run through the beautiful countryside of Freshwater; a 10k cross country circular route to Tapnell Farm through some of the spectacular West Wight countryside; and the challenging Needles Half Marathon - one of the toughest and most scenic half marathons in the country which will take you over downs and heathland, past historic monuments, and of course you’ll glimpse the most iconic landmark on the Isle of Wight – The Needles. 30-31 May.
Location
Freshwater PO40 9BQ, UK
Isle of Wight Festival of Running
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West Wight Sports & Community Centre
We provide running and swim events based from our charity run Centre in the beautiful West Wight
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2017
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