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The best running trails in the Isle of Wight

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Running in the Isle of Wight is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in the Isle of Wight—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: December 6, 2025

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1. Sandown loop from Shanklin — Isle of Wight

8.35km

00:53

80m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Freshwater Bay, Tennyson Down &The Needles loop from Yarmouth — Isle of Wight

20.7km

02:23

330m

340m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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3. The River Yar & Freshwater loop from Yarmouth — Isle of Wight

6.34km

00:41

30m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Ryde to Seaview & St Helen's and back — Isle of Wight

14.0km

01:31

110m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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5. Tennyson Down & The Needles loop from Freshwater — Isle of Wight

13.8km

01:40

250m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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6. Culver Down & Bembridge Fort loop from Bembridge — Isle of Wight

12.9km

01:27

200m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. The Needles and Tennyson Down loop — Isle of Wight

9.31km

01:12

220m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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8. Wotton Bride loop — Isle of Wight

4.99km

00:32

60m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Appuldurcombe loop from Godshill — Isle of Wight

8.84km

01:03

220m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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10. Ventnor Downs & The Landslip loop from Ventnor — Isle of Wight

6.90km

00:52

230m

240m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in the Isle of Wight

1. Sandown loop from Shanklin — Isle of Wight

2. Freshwater Bay, Tennyson Down &The Needles loop from Yarmouth — Isle of Wight

3. The River Yar & Freshwater loop from Yarmouth — Isle of Wight

4. Ryde to Seaview & St Helen's and back — Isle of Wight

5. Tennyson Down & The Needles loop from Freshwater — Isle of Wight

6. Culver Down & Bembridge Fort loop from Bembridge — Isle of Wight

7. The Needles and Tennyson Down loop — Isle of Wight

8. Wotton Bride loop — Isle of Wight

9. Appuldurcombe loop from Godshill — Isle of Wight

10. Ventnor Downs & The Landslip loop from Ventnor — Isle of Wight

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