John Hindle (businessman)


For the Australian politician, see John Hindle.
John A. Hindle was a British property developer and Olympic Games hockey player.

Early life

John A. Hindle was born on 20 November 1934.

Hockey career

Hindle played hockey for Great Britain at the 1960 and 1964 Olympic Games. Great Britain came fourth in 1960, so he missed out on a medal.

Business career

Hindle was a Director of Brookhouse Properties from 1996 to 2012.
In 2005, the Sunday Times estimated his net worth at GBP£102 million.

Personal life and death

Hindle resided in Sale, Greater Manchester. He had a daughter, Emma Hindle, an equestrian who has competed for Great Britain in Dressage at both the Athens and Beijing Olympic Games.
Hindle died in 2012 or 2013, and Emma now runs his property business.