Work has started on a new cancer centre in Leeds that is set to bring some of the UK’s most advanced treatments closer to patients across the North of England and Scotland.
HBC Construction Limited (HBC), formerly Henry Boot Construction, has begun main works on the new facility at Thorpe Park in Leeds for GenesisCare, the UK’s leading independent cancer care provider. The project will see a former office building transformed into a state-of-the-art 36,000 sq ft oncology, haematology and research centre. Once completed, it will become the largest facility in GenesisCare’s UK network.
The centre is expected to set a new benchmark for adaptive radiotherapy in the UK, offering both MRI-guided and CT-guided radiotherapy. This will allow clinicians to deliver highly tailored and responsive treatment for patients, while expanding access to advanced cancer care in the region.
Preparatory works, including soft-strip demolition and enabling works, were completed earlier this year ahead of the main construction phase. The build will include structural and façade alterations, a full internal refurbishment and the fit-out of specialist treatment areas.
Lee Powell, Managing Director of HBC said:
“We’re proud to be delivering this pioneering oncology, haematology and research centre in Leeds following a successful two-stage tender process. The relationship has allowed us to understand the key priorities for GenesisCare and develop an accelerated programme for timely delivery and installation of specialist equipment.
“With the main works now underway, we’re privileged to be playing our part in enhancing cancer services across the North of England and Scotland. It’s incredibly rewarding to know this facility will make a real difference for patients, giving them access to the latest treatments closer to home.
“This project reflects HBC’s ongoing commitment to healthcare developments and to supporting local communities through high-quality infrastructure.”
Justin Hely, CEO at GenesisCare said:
“GenesisCare is committed to delivering world-class care to people throughout the UK undergoing cancer treatment. We continue to make excellent progress at our new Centre in Leeds and are on track to bring advanced cancer care to individuals in the North of England and Scotland by the end of this year. We’re looking forward to opening our doors and providing a wide range of diagnostic and cancer care services locally and without delay.”
Among the key elements of the scheme will be two concrete bunkers for Linac treatment facilities, alongside MRI, CT and X-ray scanners. The development will also include hard and soft landscaping, featuring an elevated first-floor garden for patients undergoing Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy, as well as an external plant area, switch room and substation.
Due to open in December 2026, the new centre will mean patients who previously had to travel to GenesisCare sites in Oxford or London for advanced treatments will be able to access the latest cancer care much closer to home. The appointment marks one of HBC’s first major healthcare projects since its management buyout earlier this year and builds on the company’s experience in the sector, following work such as the extension to Weston Park Hospital’s radiology department in 2024. It also strengthens HBC’s growing portfolio across Yorkshire, following recent schemes in Wakefield, York and Rotherham.
GenesisCare currently operates 14 specialist outpatient centres across the UK, with new sites due to open in Leeds and Royal Tunbridge Wells in 2026. The provider specialises in treating complex cancers through advanced diagnostics, medical oncology, radiotherapy and theranostics, while also offering integrated wellbeing support designed to treat the whole patient, not just the disease.
Alongside its clinical services, GenesisCare works with universities and leading clinicians to develop new cancer treatments and is expanding its UK clinical trials programme to help bring new therapies to more patients www.genesiscare.com
