Isle of Wight Challenge
Trail Running covering 25 km to 106 km with up to 1,780 m D+ in Atherfield (England, United Kingdom)
Isle of Wight Challenge is an endurance sporting event in Atherfield, England, GB focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Island, Seaside & Coast, Nature & Off-Road, Forest.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Full 2 Day Daylight (106 km, +1,780 m D+), Full Continuous (106 km, +4,028 m D+), Isle of Wight - 1st Half Challenge (54 km, +910 m D+), Isle of Wight -2nd Half Challenge (52 km, +870 m D+), Quarter Challenge from Chale to The Needles (25 km, +950 m D+), and Quarter Challenge from Culver Down to Chale (25 km, +950 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (ultrachallenge.com).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full 2 Day Daylight | Trail Running | 106 km | +1,780 m | 8 m - 756 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Full Continuous | Trail Running | 106 km | +4,028 m | 11 m - 1,703 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Isle of Wight - 1st Half Challenge | Trail Running | 54 km | +910 m | 14 m - 396 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Isle of Wight -2nd Half Challenge | Trail Running | 52 km | +870 m | 17 m - 382 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Quarter Challenge from Chale to The Needles | Trail Running | 25 km | +950 m | 20 m - 419 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Quarter Challenge from Culver Down to Chale | Trail Running | 25 km | +950 m | 8 m - 407 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 8 m to 756 m above sea level (+1,780 m D+, -1,780 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 11 m to 1,703 m above sea level (+4,028 m D+, -4,028 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 14 m to 396 m above sea level (+910 m D+, -910 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 17 m to 382 m above sea level (+870 m D+, -870 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 20 m to 419 m above sea level (+950 m D+, -950 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 8 m to 407 m above sea level (+950 m D+, -950 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Isle of Wight Challenge take place?
Isle of Wight Challenge takes place in Atherfield, England, GB (start area at coordinates 50.6096° N, 1.3559° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.
What races and distances are offered at Isle of Wight Challenge?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Full 2 Day Daylight (106 km, +1,780 m D+), Full Continuous (106 km, +4,028 m D+), Isle of Wight - 1st Half Challenge (54 km, +910 m D+), Isle of Wight -2nd Half Challenge (52 km, +870 m D+), Quarter Challenge from Chale to The Needles (25 km, +950 m D+), and Quarter Challenge from Culver Down to Chale (25 km, +950 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Isle of Wight Challenge?
The main competition (Full 2 Day Daylight over 106 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,780 m of elevation gain and -1,780 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 756 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.
Where can I find registration and official race rules for Isle of Wight Challenge?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (ultrachallenge.com).