VA Winter Track Series Night 1
Keep your running on track through winter with the VA Winter Track Series at Sandown, featuring chip-timed 5K and 3K races, speed challenges and friendly competition for all abilities.
| Date | Tuesday 3rd November, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Distance | 5K |
| Terrain | Track |
| Course Profile | Flat |
| Timing | Chip timed |
| Location | Sandown Running Track |
| Town/City | Isle of Wight |
| Area | Hampshire |
| Start postcode | PO36 9JH |
| Start time | 7:00pm |
Stay motivated through the colder months with the VA Winter Track Series, a friendly series of evening races organised by Vectis Academy on the Isle of Wight. Held at Sandown Athletics Track, the series combines traditional distance racing with some unusual challenges, giving runners of different ages, abilities and experience levels the opportunity to test their fitness, improve their times and enjoy some friendly competition.
The programme features 5K and 3K track races alongside the Metronome 1600 and Flying 400s Speed Challenge. The Metronome 1600 tests runners' consistency over four laps without using a watch, while the Flying 400s gives participants multiple opportunities to record their fastest lap. With a flat, smooth running surface and no traffic or hills to contend with, the track provides excellent opportunities for fast times and controlled pacing.
Age-graded scoring allows runners to compete on a level playing field, with performances adjusted for age and sex rather than outright speed alone. Each round contributes towards the overall series standings, while professional chip timing provides accurate results. With its welcoming atmosphere and varied race formats, the VA Winter Track Series offers an enjoyable way to maintain motivation and sharpen racing fitness.
