wimbledon tennis championships 2025

How to Attend, Where to Stay, and What to Expect

The Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London is considered one of the most popular watched sports in the country. It is also one of the world's most prestigious and oldest tennis tournaments. Takes place yearly during the summer months, this is an event that sports fans and tennis enthusiasts do not want to miss.

When is the Wimbledon Tennis in London 2025?

This year, the tournament is taking place between Monday 30th June to Sunday 13th July 2025.

The purpose of this guide it to walk you through the event, tickets, key things to know before you go, recommendations of where to stay for the tournament, facts and weather updates

How The Wimbledon Tennis Championships Guide Is Divided 

• 🎟️ How to Get Wimbledon Tickets
• ℹ️ Key Information Before Attending The Championships
• 🏨 Where To Stay Nearby
• 🚇 Getting to the Stadium
• 📌 15 Fun Facts About The Wimbledon Championships
• 🗺️ Map of Wimbledon Surroundings
• ❓ Frequently Asked Questions about the Wimbledon

The Wimbledon Tennis Championships Ongoing

How to Get Tickets for Wimbledon Tennis

There are several ways on obtaining the Wimbledon tennis tournament tickets namely by the public ballot, joining the queue at Wimbledon on the morning of the tournaments, and several hospitality packages.

How much are the Wimbledon tickets? The ticket price on a variety of things such as which day the tournament is held, the type of seating chosen and also depending in which court.

🔗 Find further ticket information on the Wimbledon Tennis official website.

Key Information About The Wimbledon Championships

There are always certain key things you should keep in mind before attending the Wimbledon Tennis in London.

• 📅 Tournament Season: They usually take place from late June until early July.
• 🕐 Opening hours: The grounds and debenture areas typically open daily at 10:00 am. The first matches start around 11am until the final curfew at 11:00 pm.
• 🎟️ Pre-booking: There is high demand for tickets, which are typically sold in advance. Tickets are available on the Wimbledon website or from authorized resellers.
• ♿ Accessibility: Visitor accessibility services include wheelchair-accessible viewing areas, accessible restrooms, and accessible transportation.
• 🔐 Security screening: Metal detectors and bags check are required for all visitors before entering the grounds.
• 🌦️ Weather: Although summer, it is wise to pre-check the weather conditions before attending. Have a look at a guide to the weather in July.
• 👕 Dress code: Although no strict dress code, spectators are advised to dress smartly.
• 🥪 Food and drink: You can bring food into the grounds, but you can also purchase food and beverages. Food outlets can be found on this map. (https://www.wimbledon.com/pdf/The%20Grounds%202024.pdf)
• 💧 Stay hydrated: Wimbledon can be humid and hot. Refillable water bottles are allowed, as water fountains are located throughout the grounds.
  

🔗 Find Your Way Around: Wimbledon 2025 Grounds Map

Other Courts at Wimbledon Tennis Stadium

where to stay For The wimbledon Championships 2025

Here is a look at several villages, highlighting what you can find there and their distance from the Wimbledon Championships.

Wimbledon Village: The stadium is approximately 9km from here. You are closest to the tournament grounds if you stay in Wimbledon itself. Accommodations range from budget to luxury in the area, including hotels, B&Bs, and apartments. You can also travel around London easily using public transport.

🏨 Check out other hotels at Wimbledon Village close to Wimbledon Tennis Stadium

Southfields: It is around 9km from the stadium. It has an almost village-like feel to it, and there are plenty of shops, restaurants, and bars to choose from. There are a variety of accommodation options available, such as hotels, bed and breakfasts, and apartments.

Putney: The stadium is about 9 km away. The leafy suburb of Putney sits across the Thames from Wimbledon. Bars and restaurants are popular with young professionals. There are several hotels, B&Bs, and apartments in Putney, and public transportation is easily accessible to the tournament.

Richmond: About 9 kilometres separate the stadium from this location. Located just a few miles from Wimbledon, Richmond is a picturesque town. Among its notable features are beautiful parks, historical buildings, and a vibrant arts scene. It is well connected to Wimbledon by public transportation and offers hotels, B&Bs, and apartments.

🏨 See more hotels for Richmond

Central London: If you haven't noticed, we haven’t touched on hotels in central London yet. That’s because it’s a bit further from Wimbledon compared to the nearby villages. Not a huge difference, but definitely one you’ll feel. That said, staying in London is still a fantastic option. You could easily spend a few days soaking up the city, then head closer to Wimbledon for the tournament itself. The best part about staying in central London? You’ll have a massive range of hotels, better chances at competitive pricing, and transport is always just a step away.

🏨 Check out most of the hotels in Central London

Novak Jokovic Playing at Wimbledon Tennis

Getting to the Wimbledon Tennis Championship

Wimbledon is not exactly inside London, however it can be reached by multiple transport methods. These transport options are tailored to all visitors wanting to attend the championships.

• 🚇 By Tube: District Line (Green) from central London to Wimbledon Park Underground station. Then a 10-minute walk to Wimbledon tennis.
• 🚆 By Train: South Western Railway & Thameslink go to Wimbledon station which is around a 15 to 20 minute walk to Wimbledon tennis.
• 🚊 By Tram: Beckenham Junction & Elmers End go to Wimbledon Station which is around a 20 to 25 minute walk to Wimbledon tennis.
• 🚌 By Bus: A dedicated Championships bus service will run from Wimbledon Station to the Grounds
• 🚴‍♂️ By Bicycle: Parking spots are available for your bikes at Car Parks 6 and 10 which are free of charge.
• 🚗 By Car: You can travel by car and park at one of the car parks available at the stadium.
• 🚖 By Taxi: Grabbing a taxi is doable, however take not of the high fees and long distances if you are coming from far.
• 🚐 By Shuttle Bus: A shuttle service will be operating from Wimbled Station to the grounds.

🔗 Read More: Dive deeper into all the transport options on how to get to the Wimbledon Championships!

Car Parks At Wimbledon Stadium

Parking options are available for those driving to the event. Due to the tournament's popularity, parking can be challenging near the venue. The cost of parking can be high, and spaces are limited. Car parks that are popular include:

• Wimbledon Park Car Park: This large parking lot is located just a short distance from Wimbledon's All England Lawn Tennis Club. There are pre-booked and pay-on-the-day parking options.
• The Wimbledon Tennis Club Car Park: It is a smaller car park within the tennis club grounds. There are limited parking spaces, so it's recommended you book ahead.
• Public Car Parks: The Wimbledon area has several public parking lots. Parking at Wimbledon Broadway and Centre Court Shopping Centre is available.

🔗 Take a look at the car park map if you are travelling by car or bicycle

Wimbledon Tennis Helpful map

15 facts about the Wimbledon tennis tournament

Oldest Tournament In The World: Wimbledon has been held since 1877 and is the most prestigious tournament in tennis.

Annual Tournament: This two-week tournament takes place once a yearly, between late June and early July.

Only Grand Slam Still Played on Grass: It is the only Grand Slam tournament that still takes place on grass courts, maintaining the sport's traditional surface.

Tennis Courts At Wimbledon: This tournament uses grass courts, making it unique among Grand Slams with meticulously maintained grounds that are considered some of the best in the world. To ensure consistent play, they are cut to an exact 8-millimeter height and kept at a precise moisture level.

Strawberries And Cream: Wimbledon has served them since the beginning of their tournaments in 1877. King Henry VIII was known to enjoy this combination during the Tudor era.

The Royal Family: Several well-known figures attend Wimbledon, but the British royal family may be the most anticipated of all. Every member of the Royal Family is welcome to sit in the Royal Box, which is open to them every year. Tournament winners have been presented with trophies by members of the Royal Family on various occasions.

The Famous Queue: It is referred to as 'The Queue' because fans queue up overnight to buy tickets on tournament day.

Longest Tennis Match In Wimbledon: The match between John Isner and Nicolas Mahut took place in the first round of the 2010 Wimbledon Championships. The match started on June 22, 2010, and ended on June 24, 2010 lasting 11 hours and 5 minutes.

The Retractable Roof:  In 2009, the retractable roof was installed, and it was designed to allow play to continue regardless of the weather. It can be closed in just 10 minutes to avoid disrupting the games.

Martina Navratilova: In many competitions around the world, she has won numerous titles. The nine times she won the Wimbledon women's singles title is her most notable achievement.

The Wimbledon Trophy: At Wimbledon, the Gentlemen's Singles Trophy and Ladies' Singles Trophy are the original championship trophies awarded to the winners of male and female singles events. They are awarded a miniature replica of the Wimbledon Trophy, known as the Challenge Cup, which measures approximately 8 inches tall and is made of sterling silver.

Player's Clothing: Historically, tennis players have worn predominantly white clothes to prevent sweat and dirt from staining them. Except for small amounts of colour on trims or accessories, Wimbledon players still wear white from head to toe. Heritage and elegance are embodied in the tradition.

Prize Money For Wimbledon Tennis: In the championships of 2024, there was a record amount of prize money of £50,000,000.

First Ever TV Broadcast: It wasn't until 1937 that Wimbledon was broadcast for the first time on television. Today the championships are broadcast in over 200 countries worldwide.

17-Year-Old Boris Becker: As a young tennis player, he became the youngest Wimbledon singles champion of all time in 1985. There is no doubt that he is considered one of the greatest tennis players in history.

Other Insights About The Wimbledon Tennis in London

White Tennis Balls At Wimbledon: Wimbledon first used yellow tennis balls in 1986. Tennis balls were traditionally white for Wimbledon and other tournaments. Changing to yellow balls improves visibility for players, spectators, and TV viewers. Almost all major tennis tournaments today use yellow tennis balls.

Ball Boy And Girls "BBG": The 250 volunteers are responsible for retrieving out-of-play balls during a tennis match. During the championship, they provide assistance to players on the 18 courts. They are chosen from a pool of 1000 students from 9 local schools between 14 and 18.

The Wimbledon Trophies:  They are kept in safe locations at All England Club all year round. Only during special events, like Wimbledon Champions' Dinner, are the trophies on display. Winning one is the ultimate achievement for any tennis player, not only for its material value, but also for its significance as priceless symbols of excellence.

Wimbledon Courts & Seating Capacity: Wimbledon features 18 championship courts, including the famous Centre Court, which seats around 15,000 spectators and hosts the finals. Across the entire venue, Wimbledon can accommodate approximately 42,000 visitors at any one time, making it one of the largest tennis tournament grounds in the world.

The Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum: It can be found beneath the Shop by Gate 4. The museum is open every day of the year from 10:00 to 5:00 and during the championship from 9:30 to 8:00 .

Men's Winners At Wimbledon: Among the most storied winners of Wimbledon are Roger Federer with eight titles, Pete Sampras and William Renshaw with seven titles, and Novak Djokovic with seven titles. Other legendary winners include Bjorn Borg and Rod Laver. Boris Becker remains the youngest men's champion at 17, while Arthur Gore is the oldest, winning at 41.

Women's Winners At Wimbledon: A number of iconic Wimbledon champions have dominated the women’s singles event, including Martina Navratilova with a record 9 titles and Helen Wills Moody with eight. Dorothea Lambert Chambers and Serena Williams each secured seven titles, showcasing their dominance across eras. Blanche Bingley won six Wimbledon singles matches, adding to her legacy as well.

Wimbledon Stadium in London

All Your Wimbledon Championships Questions in One Place

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• Wimbledon Tennis Court - Image by davidkenny91 from Pixabay
• Novak Jokovic - Image by matt4395 from Pixabay
• The Courts At Wimbledon - Photo by Carlo Bazzo on Unsplash
• Bif stadium pic - Photo by Carlo Bazzo on Un6splash

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