Neil Rhind

Neil Rhind was an English journalist, writer, and leading authority on the social and historical development of Blackheath and surrounding areas in south-east London. He began his career as a librarian before turning to journalism and devoted 55 years to the Blackheath Society, serving as its president and earning an MBE in 1999 for services to preserving Blackheath's historical character. He authored books such as 'Walking the Heath' and was widely known as 'Mr Blackheath' until his death at age 87.