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The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating more than 44,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester and Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 26% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. Our annual turnover is £173 million and we have 2,500 staff, 350 volunteers and 18,000 public members. NHS services
We provide:
• radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world, both on our main site in south Manchester and via The Christie radiotherapy centre in Oldham
• chemotherapy in the largest chemotherapy unit in the UK and via 14 other hospitals
• highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer
• a wide range of support and diagnostic services

Research & Education
We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. Our clinical trials unit is the largest early phase trials unit in the world, with around 200 trials ongoing at any one time. We are part of the Manchester Cancer Research Centre with The University of Manchester and Cancer Research UK and also one of seven partners in the Manchester Academic Health Science Research Centre. Cancer research in Manchester has been officially ranked the best in the UK. The Christie School of Oncology provides undergraduate education, clinical professional and medical education and is the first of its kind in the UK. Joint ventures
We provide private patient services through The Christie Clinic, our joint venture with HCA International. Developments
Our developments are breaking new ground and transforming treatment and care for cancer patients. These include a unique network of Christie radiotherapy centres in other parts of the area to deliver treatment closer to people’s homes and the development of our young oncology services in partnership with the Teenage Cancer Trust. History
We have achieved world firsts since The Christie was established in 1901. It was named The Christie in recognition of the pioneering work of both Richard Copley Christie and his wife Mary Ellen Christie. At this time there were 30 beds and 463 patients a year. Charity
Our charity is the second largest hospital charity in the country. Over 2,000 fundraisers and 20,000 supporters help bring in £15.9 million a year, which helps fund additional patient services and vital research. To find ‘The Christie charity’ on facebook please follow this link

02/11/2026

The restaurant at our Withington site is getting a makeover, and we can't wait to show you.

The Christie Kitchen will offer a wide choice of locally-sourced and nutritious foods, all prepared on site by our chefs.

There'll be more counters and more tills than before, making finding what you need and paying easier and more convenient.

We believe hospital food should be something we are proud of: freshly prepared by our own team, inclusive of different dietary and cultural needs, clearly presented, and delivered with care.

Watch Joshely, one of our chefs, as she gives us a sneak peek of what's to come.👇

31/10/2026

Meet Stéphane, one of the operating department practitioners (ODPs) at The Christie.

He says one of the most rewarding aspects of the role is supporting patients during some of their most vulnerable moments.

"Coming into hospital for an operation can be a daunting experience. I work in anaesthetics and recovery, which means being there for patients during important moments of their care," he says.

As an ODP, Stéphane prepares specialist equipment, assists with anaesthetic procedures and cares for patients who have surgery.

"Sometimes, it's the clinical care we provide, and sometimes it's the reassurance, compassion and humanity we show that can make a difference," he adds.

This year's Black History Month theme was 'Honouring Our Communities', something Stéphane says is really important in healthcare:

"We care for people from different backgrounds, each with their own circumstances, needs and concerns. Understanding different perspectives can help us approach people with greater empathy, challenge assumptions, and recognise that not everyone's journey is the same."

Together, we are The Christie 💙

30/10/2026

Looking for a new challenge?

We have a range of clinical and non-clinical roles available at The Christie.

Here are just a few of them:

💙 Consultant research radiographer
💙 Housekeeper
💙Clinic administrator
💙Senior charge nurse - Clinical Research Facility
💙Clinical research fellow in urology

Find out more and apply on our website. 👇

28/10/2026

Twenty years on from being told he had just months to live, Quentin Webb is celebrating a remarkable milestone.

Diagnosed with advanced kidney cancer in 2006 when his son Oakley was two, Quentin was told he might only have eight to 12 months to live.

After surgery and pioneering high-dose immunotherapy treatment at The Christie, he went into remission and is now marking 20 years since his diagnosis.

Quentin was one of the first patients to receive Interleukin-2 (IL-2) at The Christie, an early form of immunotherapy that helped transform his outlook when treatment options were limited.

Today, he continues to enjoy sailing, climbing and spending time with his family.

Quentin and his family have also raised £50,000 for The Christie Charity in recognition of the care he received.

26/10/2026

🎂 We're marking 40 years since the opening of The Christie's pioneering Adult Leukaemia Unit.

The ALU grew from an ambitious plan to create a specialist service for people with acute leukaemia and those undergoing bone marrow transplants. At the time, The Christie had no dedicated facilities for treating people with leukaemia.

Over the decades that followed, its teams worked alongside researchers to develop and improve treatments that have transformed care for people with blood cancers.

With funding from The Christie Charity, the original ALU was replaced by the larger, purpose-built haematology and transplant facilities in our Palatine Treatment Centre in 2014, but its pioneering spirit and legacy continue today.

Among those returning to The Christie were Derrick Derbyshire, one of our earliest bone marrow transplant patients, and Professor Howard Scarffe (Howie), who led the ALU.

We were also pleased to welcome Michelle Gidion, a current haematology patient who has taken part in an international clinical trial at The Christie.

It was a privilege to bring together current colleagues and patients with those involved in establishing the service to celebrate four decades of progress in the treatment of blood cancers.

23/10/2026

Ivan McKeever, from Disley, is one of the first patients at The Christie at Macclesfield to benefit from new technology helping clinicians produce clinic letters more quickly.

Consultant haematologist Dr Faye Sharpley used ambient voice technology (AVT), otherwise known as digital notetaking, during Ivan’s appointment, allowing him to receive his consultation summary before leaving the clinic.

AVT uses speech recognition and artificial intelligence to help clinicians create clinic notes and letters more efficiently, with clinicians checking and approving everything before it is shared.

“I was really impressed when I was given the letter before I left clinic,” said Ivan.

“Having it straight away meant everything was fresh in my mind. It was reassuring to be able to read through what had been discussed even before I got home and know exactly what the next steps were.”

For Dr Sharpley, the technology also has the potential to reduce time spent creating clinic documentation.

“One of the biggest potential benefits of AVT is helping important information reach patients more quickly.”

21/10/2026

Did you know some chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments can be given in the comfort of your own home?

Ella Rowe, who is being treated for bowel cancer at The Christie, receives her immunotherapy at home in Cheshire.

Watch as she explains what treatment at home is really like and how the process works from start to finish.

If you're a Christie patient, ask your clinical team whether treatment at home may be suitable for you.

19/10/2026

Rachel Hall, a 34-year-old journalist and mum, was diagnosed with thyroid cancer after a routine health scan revealed a growth in her neck.

“They said it was 7cm long and I assumed it was a typo,” Rachel said. “But when I felt my neck, it was there, roughly the size of a lemon. I had no idea.”

Rachel, who used to work for ITV's Granada Reports, underwent surgery followed by radioactive iodine treatment at The Christie.

“I was so worried about my sons and stepdaughter. I bought the boys a teddy each with a recording of my voice inside just in case my vocal cords were damaged during surgery,” she adds.

Now, Rachel returns to The Christie every 8 to 12 weeks for scans and blood tests and is determined to stay positive.

To mark her recovery and thank the team who cared for her, she has signed up to run the London Marathon.

“It’s my way of feeling positive about my body again. A cancer diagnosis doesn’t mean everything has to stop.”

16/10/2026

Patients can use MyChristie, our online patient portal, check upcoming appointments, view clinical letters, and update their care teams using health questionnaires.

Sign up in four easy steps:

1.) Go to christie.nhs.uk/mychristie and click 'sign up'
2.) Enter your details
3.) You'll receive a password and code by email or text
4.) Use the password and code to log in

The patient portal is part of Future Christie, our 10-year transformation programme designed to make care more personal, joined-up and efficient, while keeping the same compassionate touch that The Christie is known for.

14/10/2026

Today is AHPs Day, a chance to celebrate the work of allied health professionals across health and social care.

At The Christie, seven of the 14 allied health professions are represented. They support patients across the entire pathway, from diagnosis and treatment through to rehabilitation, supportive care and beyond.

🎥 In our short film, colleagues from each profession share what their role involves, what a typical day can look like and how they work together to support our patients.

Meet our AHPs and find out more about the work they do every day💙

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550 Wilmslow Road
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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+441614463000

Website

http://www.christie.nhs.uk/

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