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Exeter medical student takes on the Manchester Marathon in memory of her sister and uncle

Exeter University medical student Olivia Downs will be running the Manchester Marathon to raise money for The Christie Charity and in memory of her sister Carly and her uncle Alex.

Piano teacher’s fundraising mission to take on the Windermere Marathon

David Battersby, a 56-year-old piano teacher from Accrington, Lancashire, is gearing up to participate in the Windermere Marathon on Saturday 18 May 2024, to raise funds for The Christie Charity.

Former cancer patient takes on the Great Manchester Run for the hospital that saved her life

Lea Abell from Failsworth, Manchester is taking on the Great Manchester Run for the first time on Sunday 26 May 2024 to raise funds for The Christie Charity where she works.

Great Manchester Run participant takes on his 16th run to inspire Afro-Caribbean men to seek early GP advice

Granville Campbell is taking part in The Great Manchester Run on Sunday 26 May 2024 to raise money for The Christie Charity and to encourage Afro-Caribbean men to talk to their GPs about their medical issues.

Sarah Harding’s legacy identifies young women at increased risk of breast cancer

A groundbreaking cancer research project launched in memory of the late Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding is already successfully identifying young women at increased risk of breast cancer after a year of opening.

Stockport cyclist takes on the Great Manchester Run to support The Christie Charity

James Macpherson is gearing up to participate in the Great Manchester Run, raising funds for The Christie hospital that played a crucial role in his recovery from acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.

Cyclist takes on 186-mile walk in support of friend’s wife at The Christie

Peter Walker is set to walk the 186 miles from Amroth to St Dogmaels in Pembrokeshire, Wales to raise money for The Christie Charity.

The Christie hospital’s TYA unit marks a decade of dedication to young cancer patients

The Christie's Teenage and Young Adult service celebrates its 10-year anniversary in June 2024, established in 2014 and funded by £10m from The Christie Charity.

Security supervisor gears up for his fifth fundraising Manchester to Blackpool bike ride

Security supervisor at The Christie hospital, Rupert Ajelo is taking on the iconic Manchester to Blackpool bike ride on Sunday 14 July 2024, for the fifth time, to support The Christie Charity.

The Christie unveils refurbished art and relaxation rooms

The Christie hospital’s newly refurbished art and relaxation rooms have now opened. The unique and tranquil space where patients can relax and express themselves creatively is made possible by funding from The Christie Charity.