Sponsored by Isle of Wight Festival and Red Funnel, Mountbatten Isle of Wight’s Walk the Wight 2026 will take place on Sunday, 10 May. Sign up now, to take part in this iconic fundraising event in aid of the Island’s only hospice.

“Walk the Wight is incredibly special for every single person who takes part,” said Mountbatten CEO, Becky McGregor.

Isle of Wight Festival boss, John Giddings, added: “I’m a huge supporter of Mountbatten and the amazing work they do for the Isle of Wight. I’ve seen first-hand how the community comes together for this cause." Both have previously take on the walking challenge, which boasts unparalleled views of the Island’s countryside.

Calling Walk the Wight an example of the Island at its best, Red Funnel CEO, Fran Collins, said: “We thank everyone taking part to raise vital funds for such an important cause. Friends, families and colleagues all pull together so more people can receive compassionate care when it matters most.”

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Raising money through sponsorship is also encouraged and warmly welcomed.

Meanwhile, on Monday, ten lucky Walk the Wight participants claimed celebratory goodie bags, by being the first to discover our fundraising team at the Carisbrooke Castle checkpoint on Whitcombe Road.

About Walk the Wight

Established by Bill Bradley and Frank Stevens in 1991, the multi-award winning Walk the Wight raises over £500,000 for Mountbatten Isle of Wight and unites up to ten thousand people.

Above: John Giddings with the Walk the Wight team, in 2025.

Mountbatten CEO, Becky McGregor, said: “Everyone is walking for a different reason and each has a different story to tell. Maybe you are challenging yourself, heading out on an adventure with friends and colleagues, walking with your school, or taking part in Walk the Wight in memory of a loved-one? What unites us is the immeasurable difference Walk the Wight makes to Mountbatten Isle of Wight.”

Isle of Wight Festival boss, John Giddings, said: “Mountbatten is a vital charity that relies on our support. I’m honoured to help keep their essential services going, and proud to have their presence at our festival."

Red Funnel CEO, Fran Collins, said: “We’re proud to support Mountbatten Isle of Wight. Red Funnel has deep roots in this community and we’re delighted to play our part again this year, helping to raise vital funds for hospice services across the Island.”

About Mountbatten Isle of Wight

Mountbatten Isle of Wight’s compassionate staff provide 24/7 support to over 2,500 people every single day — those dealing with death and dying and bereavement, and their families. 85 per cent of this care is delivered in homes across the Island.