The All England Lawn Tennis Club Sports Fan Tips

The All England Lawn Tennis Club is a venue in or near London that is most often used for Tennis

Best restaurants near The All England Lawn Tennis Club?

There are very few options around the venue for restaurants with most being over a 20 minute walk away but one of the most popular places being "Holy Smoke” which receives fantastic reviews for it's European and British cuisine. It is definitely a great choice for those looking to transition into the evening but booking is definitely advisable as it is popular among the locals due to the high quality food and attentive service especially with events at the grounds it can fill up fast.You can expect to pay around £8-£10 for starters, £18-£20 for main meals and £6 for dessert which can be a little steep however, Holy smoke also cater to lunch between 12pm-3pm where you can look at two courses for the reasonable £12 - £15 each before the event starts.Alternatively, if you are looking for more traditional food there are plenty of options if you travel to Wimbledon village where there are a selection of pubs, restaurants and cafes' to suit everyone.

How do I get to The All England Lawn Tennis Club?

The venue recommends using public transport unless completely unavoidable. You can get the underground to Southfields or Wimbledon, both of which are District line and less than 20 minutes' walk from the courts. Wimbledon also has an above-ground station which is fed from Waterloo and many other stations en route, if you find the underground a little perplexing! Otherwise, taxis are a good option, as car parking space is very scarce.

Best restaurants near The All England Lawn Tennis Club?

Many fans and indeed players flock to 'Rajdoot', Wimbledon's exceptional Indian restaurant! Although it doesn't normally take bookings during the tournament; if you can get a table you can enjoy fantastic food and maybe have a top 10 player sitting next to you!Right next to 'Rajdoot', is 'Maison St Cassien', a delightful restaurant that specializes in Mediterranean as well as Lebanese food. If you want something a little more meaty then be sure to head to 'Cau', an Argentinian restaurant that loves to show off that Argentinian staple, steak!Wimbledon also is home to 'The Firestables', a restaurant that grows its vegetables right outside in the garden, with a menu that changes seasonally and in respect to what they have growing, be sure to book ahead!

Best pubs around The All England Lawn Tennis Club?

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Best insider tip for The All England Lawn Tennis Club?

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The All England Lawn Tennis Club seating?

The seats are pretty comfortable throughout, and they do well to cater to those with longer limbs! However, the ticketing process is more complicated than you might expect! You get tickets into the grounds, but may spend your time seated (or standing) on the grass mounds outside, paying £20 for the privilege! If you're lucky (and willing to pay) then you'll get a seat inside one of the big courts and spend the day happily watching the best tennis in the world!

Best food and drink at The All England Lawn Tennis Club?

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What to expect from the All England Tennis Club crowd?

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Best Insider tip at The All England Lawn Tennis Club?

One of the best kept secrets at the club is The Ice Cream Parlour which make hand scooped ice cream which is delicious and definitely worth a try in the summer and you will find it in the food village near No.1 Court.

What to expect from the The All England Lawn Tennis Club crowd?

The crowd at the All England Lawn Tennis Club can be electric and tense depending on the type of gameplay. During Wimbledon you will find yourself getting emotionally caught up in it all but it is incredibly strict on heckling and shouting during match play. After a set or round you will find everyone yelling (good or bad) and you will hear the tradition (ooh and ahh) that you see on the television during long rallies but other than that it is very respectful but passionate. Keep a look out for famous faces in the crowd, especially during Wimbledon on Centre Court during the finals because sometimes you may even be in the presence of royalty since Her Majesty The Queen is Patron of the club.

All England Lawn Tennis Club Seating?

This stadium is unusual as it can host several games at once and therefore not all of the seating is together, in total it has 19 tournament courts, 16 crass courts, 5 indoor courts, 3 continental clay courts, 1 American clay courts and 5 shale courts. For center court which is the most common and famous it seats around 15,000 while court No.1 seats just over 11,000 and Court No. 2 seats around 4,000. There is also the grass terrace which is also known as Murray Mount or Henman hill where spectators can watch the games on large outdoor screens.Ticket prices vary depending on the day of tournaments for example, for Wimbledon 2017 it will cost you between £15-£25 to enter the grounds, £40-£70 for No.3 court, £35-£70 for No.2 court, £25 - £75 for No.1 Court and £50- £200 for center court. As you can imagine the prices reflect the best seats and arrangements as most of the more prominent matches are played on center court. It is also important to note that you will have to pay a full price ticket for anyone over 5 and babies/ children under 5 are not permitted into the show courts (e.g. centre, No.1, No.2, No.3 court or courts 18 and 12) and are recommended to be left at home.

Things to check out around The All England Lawn Tennis Club?

If you're a tennis fan realising a lifelong dream of being at SW19, then live Wimbledon in all its glory by accessing their special museum. Apart from the changing facilities (as it is a private club) you can get a tour around the whole venue (including Centre Court!) as well as plenty of 'behind the scenes' shots like the BBC studios and players' restaurant. It's a bit pricey at £24, but worth it for any true tennis fan.

Best Food and Drink at The All England Lawn Tennis Club?

There is a wide array of food and drink at the All England Lawn Tennis Club so you won't be disappointed. There are 4 restaurants on site; The Wingfield Restaurant (for luncheon and afternoon tea), The Grill (American style classics, including lobster and crayfish rolls), Roast (Britain's finest farm food such as chicken salads, potatoes and other produce and meat) and the Lavazza Coffee Shop which offers coffee and light snacks and in all of these, booking is highly recommended.Alternatively there are self-service restaurants such as Café Pergola and Conservatory Kitchen, cafes and bars such as The Baseline, The Long Bar, Court Buffer, Robinsons Café, Champagne Bar, Lawn Buffet and the Tea Lawn. There is also a bakery, village bar, court refreshments and terrace for anything light and easy and you can also pre-order yourself an afternoon picnic for two from the restaurant for £40 for the day so you don't have to pack yourself a lunch.You can take your own alcohol into the grounds but they have limits of two (500ml) cans of beer OR one bottle of wine per person and if you chose to buy alcohol on site you should always take your ID. It is important to note that food, drink and glass cannot be taken onto the show courts so make sure you consume them before taking your seat.

Best Pubs around The All England Lawn Tennis Club?

One of the fan favorites is The Earl Spencer which has been recommended for many London awards for the last 3 years and is only a short 5-8 minute walk from The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. This Edwardian pub serves food and drink and during Wimbledon, fills up fast so booking is definitely recommended.The Dog & Fox is also a favorite as it is a lively pub that also offers boarding for those who are travelling from afar and while it is about 10-15 minute walk away it is a friendly, traditional British pub (and it has free Wi-Fi which is a bonus). If you can't get tickets for some of the Wimbledon days, this is the place to watch live sports as they have big screens and a beer garden making it perfect during the summer.For other options, simply walk towards Wimbledon common or tube station (about 13 minutes away from the grounds) and you will find another selection of pubs, bars and restaurants to tickle your fancy.

How do I get to The All England Lawn Tennis Club?

Because of the location of the club, attendees are strongly advised to use public transport because of the difficult road links and congestion occurs, especially during high profile games and matches (also parking can be a bit of a nightmare too.The nearest tube stations are; Wimbledon which is a 20 minute walk to the club, or Southfields which is a 15 minute walk and these are easily accessible if you are coming from London city center by jumping on the westbound District Line. If you prefer to use the overground train you can get a regular service from London Waterloo to Wimbledon station as well. For those travelling regionally or nationally, Wimbledon is a regular stop on many destinations towards Bournemouth, Southampton, Havant, Andover, Exeter and Portsmouth which makes it easier to travel from outside London.Taxi services are quite popular from outside Southfields and Wimbledon stations and a taxi shuttle option is available straight to the club itself and it helps to split the costs as well. For larger groups there is also a bus shuttle service that is available from the main stations on matchdays. If you need to take a bus then you should look for the 493 from either station which is a 5-10 minute journey.During championship games, a park and ride option is available at Morden Park and costs £15 for cars and £20 for minibuses but avoids the congestion issue.

Things to check out around The All England Lawn Tennis Club?

This venue offers the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum and tour which is open daily (and on weekends) 10am-5pm. You can opt to visit the museum only for £13 for adults, £8 for children and £11 for concessions (family discounts are also available) where you will have access to the trophy cases, player memorabilia, facts, displays, rackets and the café and gift shop. The other option is to combine the museum and tour for £24 for adults, £15 for children and £21 for concession tickets and visit the grounds on a guided tour.You can turn up on the day but if you are looking to go on the weekend or bank holiday it is highly recommended that you book in advance as those are the busiest time. If you don't want to do the official tour or museum you can still enter the gift shop without paying to get in.