Bingley was born in Greenford, west London, the daughter of a wealthy tailoring business proprietor.

Also a seven-time losing finalist, Bingley's 13 finals remain a Wimbledon record, as is the 14-year time span between her first and last titles.

[3][4] Bingley's Wimbledon record suggests that she was the second strongest female player of her day, only behind Lottie Dod, who defeated her in five finals.

[citation needed] From 1907 to 1925, he was secretary of the All England Lawn Tennis Club and director of The Championships at Wimbledon between 1907 and 1925.

[citation needed] Blanche Bingley Hillyard died at her home in Pulborough, West Sussex, in 1946.