George Lacy Hillier
1856–1941 (age 85)
Biography
George Lacy Hillier (1856–1941) was a pioneering writer whose enthusiasm for cycling helped shape the early literature of the sport, celebrating the new independence of the bicycle while charting its cultural reach. He combined technical knowledge with accessible prose, making the joys and challenges of cycling clear to generations of riders.
He is remembered at Brockley and Ladywell Cemeteries, where his writings continue to inspire cyclists and sports historians alike, testifying to a lifetime spent praising healthy pursuits and the connections they forged across society.