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MediaCityUK tribute to broadcaster Dianne Oxberry

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A special garden has been created at MediaCityUK, in memory of Dianne Oxberry and to raise awareness of ovarian cancer.

Her husband, Ian Hindle, and friend and colleague, Sally Nugent, planted the final 2 roses at the Dianne Oxberry Rose Garden. They were joined by Dion Dublin, Roger Johnson and Annabel Tiffin. 

“This year, on World Ovarian Cancer Day, which was also the third anniversary of us setting up the Dianne Oxberry Trust charity in her name, we launched a year-long campaign aimed at raising awareness of the potential signs to look out for when it comes to ovarian cancer,” said Ian Hindle.

“We are really excited to be opening this special garden at MediaCity, not only as a beautiful space for people to reflect and remember both Dianne and others whose lives have been affected by this disease, but also a place where we can continue to spread the word about its symptoms.  

“Speed of diagnosis is key when it comes to better outcomes for ovarian cancer, and we want people to know what to look out for so they can hopefully see their GP as soon as possible.  Many of the symptoms will probably be caused by something else, but it’s vital that people have the confidence and knowledge to ask the right questions and get checked out.  By seeking advice early, then maybe other families in the North West will have more time together than we did with Dianne.”  

Sally Nugent added:

“Dianne was taken from us all far too soon. I hope today we can remind women to pay attention to the signs of ovarian cancer that can be all too easy to miss.  

“Also let’s remember our brilliant friend – her kindness, generosity and wicked sense of humour.” 

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The flowers in the garden are all special ‘Florida Sunset’ roses, which were launched in her memory at the RHS Tatton Park Flower Show in 2019 – the year she died. They were named by her husband, after a special island on the Gulf coast of Florida that Dianne fell in love with. 

Signage around the garden includes information about ovarian cancer, as well as a QR code to the Spread The Word website.

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