ISLE OF WIGHT JOYRIDE
A one-day lap of the island with breakfast, coffee stops and dinner included!
NORTHWOOD HOUSE, COWES
AUGUST 23RD | £145PP
The Isle of Wight boasts some of the most breathtaking roads in the UK, and is now home to Joyride Festival, so whether you're a returning festival guest, or you're curious to discover this beautiful island, we’re taking you for a one-day Joyride across the solent on August 23rd 2026, so you can experience the best routes the island has to offer.
Begin the day with an 8am ferry from Southampton to Cowes and a short ride to Northwood house for breakfast, before setting off for a lap of the island with the choice of three distances (85km, 110km, 120km) each showcasing unique routes connecting the coastal roads and country lanes. As well as coffee stop(s) out on the road, you’ll have the chance to complete our 1988 TT Strava Challenge, an 8.8km stretch of smooth tarmac along the military road.
We'll bring the day to a close back at Cowes Yacht Haven with a well deserved post ride feast at the Pontoon View restaurant, overlooking the harbour, before taking the ferry home at 6.30pm with a goody bag worth £95.
YOUR EXPERIENCE
This one-day Joyride gives you an experience of the iconic Isle of Wight routes we take at Joyride Festival, and a taste of the Island's local produce.
riding
From the stunning chalk-faced cliffs spanning the iconic Military road, to the quiet country lanes winding past orchards, dairies and fields yielding world-class produce, riding on the Isle of Wight is a feast for the senses - and we know it like no-one else. Joyriding is all about riding at your own pace. We design our routes and match similarly minded Joyriders into every group for an unforgettable day ahead.
DINING
Dining experiences are for sharing memories from the road, toasting victories and celebrating culinary stories told by world-class chefs. Indulge in a post-ride feast at the Pontoon View restaurant, overlooking the harbour and taste some of the finest local produce accompanied by a selection of refreshing drinks.
riding
From the stunning chalk-faced cliffs spanning the iconic Military road, to the quiet country lanes winding past orchards, dairies and fields yielding world-class produce, riding on the Isle of Wight is a feast for the senses - and we know it like no-one else. Joyriding is all about riding at your own pace. We design our routes and match similarly minded Joyriders into every group for an unforgettable day ahead.
DINING
Dining experiences are for sharing memories from the road, toasting victories and celebrating culinary stories told by world-class chefs. Indulge in a post-ride feast at the Pontoon View restaurant, overlooking the harbour and taste some of the finest local produce accompanied by a selection of refreshing drinks.
what's included
- Return ferry crossing (8:00am out, 6:30pm return, foot passenger with bike)
- Coffee and breakfast at Northwood House
- Fully supported group ride with ride leaders, offering three distance options to suit different abilities
- Coffee stop(s) on route
- Post-ride feast at Pontoon View, Cowes Yacht Haven
- LeBlanq goody bag (worth £95)
HOW THE DAY UNFOLDS
8AM - Ferry ride
Board the ferry at Southampton as foot passengers with your bike. This crossing is included in the ticket. Enjoy the delightful 1hr journey across the solent amongst other fellow Joyriders.
9.30 am - Arrival at Northwood House
Enjoy coffee, a light breakfast and a pre-ride briefing in this stunning estate, fuelling for an incredible day ahead.
10 am - Joyride
Embark on your Joyride, setting off in staggered groups accompanied by Ride Leaders and ride a loop of the Isle, stopping en-route for a scenic coffee.
5 pm - The Feast
Finish your ride at Cowes Yacht Haven for a well-earned post-ride feast at the Pontoon View restaurant, overlooking the harbour and marina.
6:30 PM - Ferry Home
Grab a goody bag, and embark on your return crossing, arriving back in Southampton at 7:30pm.
Isle of Wight Joyride
Experience a one day celebration of cycling on the Isle of Wight, joining us for a full lap of the island on Sunday 23rd August 2026.
Cross from Southampton on the morning ferry, then gather at Northwood House in Cowes for coffee and breakfast. Choose your distance in groups of 85km, 110km or 120km, each taking in the legendary 1988 Sean Yates Strava Challenge, with coffee stop(s) along the way.
We'll bring the day to a close back at Cowes Yacht Haven with a well deserved post ride feast at the Pontoon View restaurant, overlooking the harbour, before the evening ferry home.
Includes:
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Return ferry crossing
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Coffee and breakfast at Northwood House
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Fully supported group ride with ride leaders, in three distance options
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Coffee stop(s) on route
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Post-ride feast at Pontoon View, Cowes Yacht Haven
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LeBlanq goody bag worth £95
SPEAK TO CONCIERGE
Whether it’s tailoring an experience to your exacting needs, or enabling your next escape to the Joyride Festival, LeBlanq Concierge is always available via WhatsApp. We’d be delighted to help you discover the Art of Joyriding.
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