RunForJo
Community 6.5K cross country run and family fun run at Oakwell Hall Country Park celebrating the values and legacy of Jo Cox.
| Date | Sunday 21st June, 2026 |
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| Distance | 6.5K + other events: Fun Run |
| Location | Oakwell Hall & Country Park |
| Town/City | Birstall |
| Area | West Yorkshire |
| Start postcode | WF17 9LG |
| Start time | 9:30am |
| Organiser | Clare Black |
| Website | Visit website |
RunForJo is a community running event held at Oakwell Hall Country Park in Birstall, West Yorkshire. Created to celebrate the life, values and legacy of Jo Cox, the event brings people together through running, community spirit and a shared commitment to supporting local causes.
The main event is a 6.5K multi terrain cross country challenge featuring an undulating two lap course through the park's woodland and open green spaces. A family friendly 2.5K fun run also takes place, making the event accessible to runners of different ages and abilities.
Organised by More In Common Batley and Spen, the event raises funds for local community projects while creating a welcoming atmosphere for participants and spectators alike. Its combination of trail running, community engagement and meaningful local impact makes RunForJo a distinctive fixture in the West Yorkshire running calendar.
