Wimbledon FAQ

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Ticket FAQ's
Where will my seats be located?
What are Debentures?
What does my ticket include?
Does my child need a ticket?
If I purchase a ticket to the main court, do I have access to the other courts?
Tournament FAQ's
What time/day is my favorite player playing next year?
Is there a dress code at Wimbledon?
When does play start?
What's the Debenture Holders' Lounge like?
What is the dress code in the Debenture Lounge?
How do I enter the Debenture Lounge?
Can I watch tennis from inside the Debenture Lounge?
What if it rains?
What can I bring into the tournament?
Can I bring food to the tournament?
What is Wimbledon’s signature food and drink??
Is re-entry allowed?
When can I enter the tournament?
What time do matches start?
Are there night sessions and what time do matches end?
Travel Package FAQ's
Is airfare included?
Who will I meet at the Welcome Dinner?
Is travel insurance available?
Why don't we stay in Wimbledon?
What's the GSTT House?
Are we Official Hospitality at Wimbledon?
What is the dress code for the Welcome Dinner?
Do you offer childcare services at the Grand Slam Tennis Tours House?

Where will my seats be located?

Our Debenture seats on Centre Court are located in 200 or 300-level seating; some on the same level as the Royal Box! Our No. 1 Court seats are within 15 rows of the court. (Some are directly behind the player’s boxes, so get ready to be on TV!) You’ll also have access to numerous outer courts and the Debenture Holders’ Lounge, which offers a view of select outer courts from the rooftop balcony.

Centre Court Map

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What are Debenture tickets?

Wimbledon issues official Debenture seats that can only be purchased in pairs once every five years. Debentures are some of the very best seats on both Centre Court and No. 1 Court. They are also the only seats that are legal to resell. So if you’re buying tickets for the July event, make sure they’re Debentures.

Court 1

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What does my ticket include?

Your debenture ticket will include your seating and access to the grounds, along with access to our VIP house where you can socialize and eat snacks.

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Does my child need a ticket?

A ticket is not required for children under the age of 5.

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If I purchase a ticket to the main court, do I have access to the other courts?

All other Outside Courts can be accessed with any ticket, or with a Ground Pass. If you want to make the absolute most of your ticket, you can watch around 2 1/2 hours of play on the Outside Courts before taking your seat on either Centre Court or No. 1 Court.

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What time/day is my favorite player playing next year?

Great question and one we receive often. The draw is only released a few days before the tournament, and the order of play is only published the evening before the match. So, if there’s a specific player you’d like to see, we can usually predict which tickets you’ll need to see him or her. However, we can't know the exact time and court until the day before the match. Plus, sometimes Wimbledon will decide to schedule Alcaraz on No. 1 rather than Centre on a whim. At Wimbledon, we do know more than for other tournaments: reigning champions traditionally start play on the first Monday.

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Is there a dress code at Wimbledon?

There is no official Wimbledon dress code for spectators beyond a few forbidden items: no torn jeans, running vests, dirty sneakers, or sports shorts. Though this is all that will be formally enforced, visitors to Centre Court are still expected to dress up for the more important games of the tournament in a way that is more formal than other sporting events. For tips on how to prepare, see our blog post.

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When does play start?

Click here for a complete schedule of play. Matches will continue until the day’s schedule is completed or until dark. Our staff will let you know if any changes are made to this schedule.

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What’s the Debenture Holders’ Lounge like?

There is a Debenture Holders’ Lounge in both Centre Court and No. 1 Court. Each is a multi-story, air-conditioned lounge space with cloakrooms, several restaurant and bar facilities, phone charging stations, and restrooms. Free wifi and order of play sheets are also available. Don’t miss the beautiful views of the grounds from the rooftop balconies! Proper attire is required. For more information, see “Is there a dress code at Wimbledon?”

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What is the dress code in the Debenture Lounge?

The dress code is smart casual. - Tailored shorts for both ladies and gentlemen are acceptable and gentlemen do not need to wear a jacket and tie. - We request that you and your guests refrain from wearing torn jeans, running vests, dirty trainers or sports shorts.

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How do I enter the Debenture Lounge?

The exclusive Debenture Holders Lounges include bars, restaurants and special cloakroom facilities, they overlook the grounds at Wimbledon and are located within the Centre and No. 1 Court stadiums.

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Can I watch tennis from inside the Debenture Lounge?

No, unfortunately you can't see center court.

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What if it rains?

Luckily, all four major tournaments have roofs as of 2020. So if you have a ticket to Centre Court or No. 1 Court, you’ll only have to wait a few minutes while they close the roof. Outer courts will still be at the mercy of the weather, so some matches may be moved to the main show courts or delayed.

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What can I bring into the tournament?

You are welcome to bring your own food and drink to Wimbledon. Alcohol may be brought into the Grounds but is limited to the equivalent of one bottle of wine or Champagne (750ml) or two cans of beer (500ml) or two cans of premixed aperitifs per person. small bags exceeding 40cm x 30cm x 30cm (16” x 12” x 12”); are permitted. You can also bring cameras however please note it is not permitted for spectators to bring camera lenses over 300mm when extended, tripods or monopods into the Grounds.

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Can I bring food to the tournament?

You're welcome to bring your own food and drink to Wimbledon, but please note that hard-sided containers, vacuum flasks over 500ml and items such as picnic hampers/cool boxes, flasks and camping chairs are not allowed.

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What is Wimbledon’s signature food and drink?

A Pimm's Cup isn't the only Wimbledon must have—almost 191,000 portions of strawberries and cream are said to be served during the championships, according to the Sporting News, a tradition that dates back to the first ever Wimbledon in 1877 and can be even further traced to King Henry VIII in the early 16th century

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Is re-entry allowed?

A guest's mobile ticket allows them to exit and re-enter the Grounds.

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When can I enter the tournament?

The Grounds open daily at 10am.

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What time do matches start?

Play starts on outside courts at 11am and on No. 1 Court

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Are there night sessions and what time do matches end?

All matches have to finish before 11:00pm. Wimbledon is the only Grand Slam that retains a night-time curfew.

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Is airfare included?

Airfare is not included in the package pricing. We wrote a blog post on how to book your own flights since it’s the easiest and cheapest way to get your airfare. 

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Who will I meet at the Welcome Dinner?

You’ll meet lots of people. The welcome dinner is a great opportunity to get to know your fellow travelers; we’ve had many friendships (and even a few marriages) sparked on our tours. You may also meet a special tennis guest. Some of our past guests include top players Caroline Garcia, Reilly Opelka, and the Bryan Brothers, as well as Hall of Famers Tracy Austin, Fred Stolle, and many others. This is also a great time to connect with your tour hosts. 

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Is travel insurance available?

It sure is. After booking, just take your invoice from us, present it to a travel insurance company, and protect your trip. 

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Why don’t we stay in Wimbledon?

The town of Wimbledon, a suburb about eight miles from London, offers few diversions outside of tennis. It’s fun for a few drinks after a day at the All England Club, but it’s not an ideal neighborhood to stay in. We’ve chosen great hotels in a part of London only 30 minutes from Wimbledon, and much closer to Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, the V&A, the British Museum, and numerous other attractions. Plus, not to worry—we’ll escort you to our GSTT House for your first session of tennis. It’s an easy route by London Underground.

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What's the GSTT House?

Our Grand Slam Tennis Tours House is a private home, only steps from the All-England Club gates. It's where we entertain guests throughout the fortnight by hosting a daily brunch cooked by a private chef, evening cocktails, special events, and parties.

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Are we official hospitality at Wimbledon?

While we sell Debenture Tickets, please note that we are not an official hospitality provider to the AELTC or The Championships.

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What is the dress code for the Welcome Dinner?

Evening casual wear is acceptable, but please refrain from wearing flip flops. ragged jeans, running vests, dirty trainers or sports shorts.

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Do you offer childcare services at the Grand Slam Tennis Tours House?

No, sorry, we do not offer this service at the Grand Slam Tennis Tours House. Please check with your hotel concierge to see if they may have an option.

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