A Manc Kind of Care - Prof Jon Bell

What does it take to care for people at the most vulnerable moments of their lives?

Jon Bell is a consultant Interventional Radiologist at The Christie in Manchester, the largest cancer care centre in Europe, providing world-leading cancer care, from Greater Manchester. Jon and his team are helping to treat and care for one in two of us who will get cancer.

He also happens to be the son of Manchester City legend Colin Bell.

In this conversation, you’ll hear about The Christie Charity’s beautiful Garden of Hope. Roland Dransfield are proud to sponsor this new installation of one thousand illuminated roses, currently lighting up St John’s Gardens. The Garden of Hope is raising funds for a new state-of-the-art PET scanner.

Jon shares why this investment matters so deeply to clinicians and patients alike, and how it will change the future of cancer care in Greater Manchester.

Lisa and Jon discuss what it’s really like to work in a role where you’re supporting people through some of the toughest days of their lives. You’ll hear Jon talk about the compassion, resilience and teamwork that underpin the care delivered at The Christie, and Jon reflects on the values his dad passed down to him.

Jon also explains how his team are bringing hope to families during the Christmas period, and the small but powerful acts that make a difficult time feel a little brighter.

You can find out more information on the Garden of Hope, and buy a rose to dedicate to a loved one affected by cancer through the Christie Charity website using this link.

The Garden of Hope is free to visit 3pm to 8pm daily, at St John's Gardens, Lower Byrom Street, from Sunday 7 to Sunday 21 December 2025.