Another major event along the theme of Wellness for the Island is the Festival of Running, which is scheduled to take place from 2nd to 4th June.

It has been designed with the whole family in mind, with races and activities everyone can enjoy. There are fun runs for the youngsters. Picturesque races for fans of the Couch to 5k and 5k to 10k programmes. Experienced runners looking for a course that challenges them to their limits, will not want to miss out on the stunning cross-country routes of the Needles Half and full marathons. There is even an exhilarating half iron man distance event for triathletes.

This new outdoor event is aimed at giving fitness fanatics and first time runners the chance to see the best of the Isle of Wight’s beautiful scenery and to get fit at the same time.

There’s a great deal of popular running spots on the Island, and we see dozens of keen joggers each morning on the way into work, using the long flat stretch between Seaview and Ryde.

With runs tailored for those just starting out, to something a bit more challenging for the all-weather pros, the event has been set up in tandem with Visit Isle of Wight as something the whole family can get involved in.

Further details and a programme of events are available on the Running Festival site, and events range from a Junior Fun Run to the Needles XC Marathon, and from 5k and 10k runs through to the first ever Spyvelo Long Weekend half Iron Man distance triathlon style event.

Prices to participate will range from £5 to £60.

If running isn’t your thing and you prefer the quieter pace, then you could try the walking festival in early May.