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Ron Hill
Hyde Central Memorial Unveiling

Hyde Central Station in Greater Manchester unveiled a memorial in tribute to Dr. Ron Hill, a renowned long-distance runner and local hero.

We are honoured to announce the unveiling of the Hyde Central
Memorial, a tribute to Dr. Ron Hill, a beloved figure in our community and a
pioneer in sport and performance clothing. This permanent memorial, designed by
the talented Lionel Stanhope, celebrates Dr. Hill's enduring legacy and his
remarkable achievements.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this possible:

  • John Kenny - Community Rail Officer, Southeast Manchester
  • Simon Temple - Chair of Community Rail Partnership
  • Peter Robinson - Vice Chair of Community Rail Partnership &
    Local Councillor
  • Betty Affleck - Tameside Civic Mayor
  • Lionel Stanhope - Designer and Artist

Let's celebrate Dr. Ron Hill's legacy and let this memorial inspire us
all to lace up, hit the road, and chase our dreams.