If you are going to watch the race in style we have teamed up with the best locations on the island to offer spectators unrivalled views.
The Round the Island Race has evolved into far more than a world-class sailing spectacle, the race team have worked closely with some of the Isle of Wight’s most iconic coastal locations to create premium viewing experiences. Spectators are offered a curated mix of hospitality, accessibility, and breath-taking views. These partnerships transform natural viewpoints into social hubs, where visitors can enjoy food, drink, and entertainment while watching over 1,000 boats navigate the island’s 50-nautical-mile course . These standout locations around the coastline ensure that whether you’re at a lively boutique hotel, a cliff-top lookout, or a relaxed beachfront setting, you can experience the race in style combining world-class sailing with the island’s best scenery and atmosphere.
The official race village will be open from Friday 2pm until Sunday afternoon. Live music, DJ’s, big screen showing the race results, food stalls, crew bar, Helly Hansen, B&G…. an lots more.
Head for the parade in Cowes.
Opening Times Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 08:00 – late...
The Albion Hotel sat on the edge of freshwater bay will the first venue to get sight of those leading the race. The terrace overlooks Freshwater bay giving unrivalled views of the yachts as they head towards St Catherines Lighthouse.
Serving breakfast from 0730hrs we recommend booking as the location has the most amazing terrace. The perfect spot for a breakfast bap and a coffee for £8 or treat yourself to a full breakfast experience in the dining room. The Albion will be serving their Bespoke Round The Island Spritz and The new Round The Island Race Pale Ale over the race weekend.
Reservations are recommended for this popular location.
Opening Times On Race Day
The Terrace Rooms & Wine sits in the ideal location to sit, sip a glass of something & snack on one of their fantastic charcuterie boards. Wine, wine & more wine, including the UK’s best rose list!! (You may even see the odd can of Round The Island Race Pale Ale!!) Reservations are required for the terrace, the views are spectacular, hence we recommend book early.
The offer of a bottle of Dreaming Spires English Sparkling Rose, IOW Tomatoes, Cheese & Charcuterie platter for £100, I know where I would be sat to watch the race.
Opening Times Race Day 11am - 11pm
If there is going to be a summer party with views of a thousand yachts sailing by then this is the location. The Warner Hotel will be celebrating all that is summer with there Summer Party with live music, outside bar and their fantastic summer menu.
Please note that the Warner is an over 18’s venue.
Opening Times Race Day: 10am – 11pm
The Dell sits in the perfect location to watch the return leg of the race as the yachts head for the finish line. Whilst The Dell is renowned for its fabulous food it also has some of the best views on the island. Its terrace has ample seating for visitors to sit and watch, whilst perhaps enjoying a can of Round The Island Pale Ale!! Rumours are there is also a very special RTIR Burger on the menu…..
Opening Times Race Day: