Isle of Wight Randonnee 2026 with Mountbatten Isle of Wight checkpoints and road safety information All checkpoints are open between 9am and 6pm. You can start at any of the locations below and ride the route clockwise. Checkpoints offer food, drinks, rest stops and a warm welcome from local community groups. 🕘 Checkpoints open at 9am 🏁 Last checkpoint closes at 6pm 📍 Start at any checkpoint (except Alverstone) 🚢East Cowes Checkpoint with connections to the mainland by ferry 🌳Wootton Checkpoint with refreshments ⚓Bembridge Coastal checkpoint 🌾Alverstone Inland checkpoint. Please note - you cannot start your ride here. 🏉Watcombe Bottom, Ventnor Rugby Club Checkpoint with refreshments ⛵Yarmouth Checkpoint with refreshments Isle of Wight Randonnee 2026 with Mountbatten Isle of Wight supports local schools Many checkpoints are run by local schools and community groups. Donations made at these stops go directly back to the schools — a proud tradition the Randonnee continues under Mountbatten's organisation. Road safety information for the Isle of Wight Randonnee 2026 with Mountbatten Isle of Wight ⚠️ Open road event: The Isle of Wight Randonnee is held on open public roads. Normal traffic applies throughout. This is not a closed road event. Rules of the road: ✅Follow the Highway Code at all times ✅Ride on open roads — this is not a closed road event ✅Be respectful of other road users, pedestrians and local residents ✅Riders aged 16–17 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian ✅Ride safely and adjust your pace in poor weather conditions ✅You are representing the spirit of this community event Your bike No specific type of bike is required. Road bikes and hybrid bikes are most common, but any roadworthy bike is welcome. ✅ Ensure your bike is roadworthy and well-maintained before the event ✅ Check your brakes, tyres and gears in advance ✅ Carry a basic repair kit — there are no service centres on the route ⚡ No electric charging points are available along the route Plan your route Click here for more information On the day and what to bring. More information coming soon! Ready to cycle the Isle of Wight Randonnee 2026 with Mountbatten Isle of Wight? Cycle the Isle of Wight Randonnee with Mountbatten Isle of Wight **Registration opens at 9am on Friday, 5 June!* How to fundraise Make your Isle of Wight Randonnee 2026 ride count. Tips and ideas on how to smash your fundraising target. Click here to find out more Got questions about Randonnee 2026 with Mountbatten Isle of Wight? Visit our FAQ's page, or contact the fundraising team at [email protected]. Click here to visit the FAQ's page Manage Cookie Preferences