Changes for 2026 Randonnee

Mountbatten Isle of Wight and the team behind the popular annual Isle of Wight cycling event, Randonnee, are excited to announce new plans for 2026, including a new date and a change in who runs this famous celebration of cycling.

From next year, in the biggest shake-up in the family-friendly event’s 40 year history, Mountbatten will take on running this historic round the Island cycle. And, instead of its usual weekend in May, the next Randonnee will be held on 6th September 2026.

A must-take-part cycling challenge
Until now, Randonnee has been organised by members of The Wayfarer Cycle Touring Club. Their hard work has created a must-take-part cycling challenge, which is proudly NOT a race.

Around 3,000 participants cycle: 100km clockwise around the Island, incorporating a climb of around 1,500 metres; or 55km, including along part of National Route 23 and the Island’s east coast.

Randonnee attracts cyclists from the Mainland as well as Islanders, and people of all ages take part. Participants traverse scenic routes and quiet roads and lanes, through some of the most beautiful scenery on offer.