Our Top 10 Places To Watch Wimbledon In London

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There’s something special about the Wimbledon Championships.

It’s not only the oldest tennis tournament, having first been held in 1877, but it is also the most prestigious, with Wimbledon winners becoming instant tennis legends.

For those who were lucky enough to get a ticket to this year’s Championships, the atmosphere and sense of occasion experienced are unlike anywhere else.

But for those that didn’t, the extensive TV coverage means that you won’t have to miss a beat.

Do you still want to feel the atmosphere of being there in person? Why not attend one of the many outdoor screenings taking place throughout the capital.

Here are our top 10 places to watch Wimbledon in London if you haven’t got a ticket...

1. Aorangi Terrance, All England Club, Wimbledon

Best spot to watch Wimbledon for: being close to the action.

• A large screen located north of No.1 Court on the Wimbledon grounds
• Entrance is available to Wimbledon ground pass ticket holders only
• Otherwise known as Henman Hill or Murray Mound, reflecting the championship attempts of British tennis greats Andy Murray and Tim Henman
• As close to the action as you can get without a court ticket

Nearest Station: Southfields (District Line) and Wimbledon Station (Mainline to Waterloo).

Watch all the Wimbledon fixtures,  just a stone’s throw from the action. Photo by Maxwell Fung via Creative Commons.

2. East Piazza, Covent Garden

Best spot to watch Wimbledon for: a lively atmosphere.

• Watch Wimbledon live on Magic Radio’s 100% Summer big screen in the Piazza
• Get in the spirit with a Pimm’s on the Piazza courtesy of their pop-up Pimm’s bar and a serving of strawberries and cream
• Shop the Wimbledon capsule collection at nearby Polo Ralph Lauren
• Try the iconic tennis ball dessert at Mariage Frères

Nearest Station: Covent Garden (Piccadilly Line), Leicester Square (Piccadilly and Northern lines), Charing Cross (Bakerloo and Northern lines), Holborn (Central and Piccadilly lines) and Embankment (Bakerloo, Circle and District and Northern Lines) are all within a 10-minute walk.

3. Screen on the Canal, King’s Cross

Best spot to watch Wimbledon for: a warm summer evening with friends.

• Sit back on the grassy steps overlooking Regent’s Canal at Granary Square’s pop-up event
• The free film festival courtesy of Everyman will be screening Wimbledon throughout the day followed by evening film screenings at 5pm and 7.30pm
• Bring a picnic and sit on the steps or head to one of the nearby restaurants if you’re in need of refuelling

Nearest Station: King’s Cross St Pancras (Victoria, Piccadilly, Northern, Circle, Hammersmith and City and Metropolitan Lines).

The steps at Granary Square, King’s Cross. Photo by Samuel Regan-Asante on Unsplash.

4. The Refinery Bankside, Southwark

Best spot to watch Wimbledon for: tipples and tennis.

• Don’t miss a moment of the Wimbledon finals on the big screen at The Refinery terrace
• Keep the drinks flowing with their Pimm’s Picnic or Garden Punch pitchers to share with friends
• Food is served all day to keep you going during those tense long-lasting matches

Nearest Station: Southwark (Jubilee Line), Borough (Northern Line) and London Bridge (Jubilee and Northern Lines) are all within walking distance.

5. Greenwich Peninsula

Best spot to watch Wimbledon for: a fun family day out.

• Watch the Wimbledon finals for free on Summer Sessions’ open-air screen at Greenwich Peninsula
• Make a day of it with their family-friendly mini golf course and ping pong tables
• Enjoy alfresco sport in colourful surroundings next to the Thames
• Feeling peckish? Head to one of the many independent eateries nearby

Nearest Station: North Greenwich (Jubilee Line). This site is also accessible by the Thames Clipper from North Greenwich Pier, by Cable Car via the Emirates Air Line and there are over 2,000 parking spaces nearby.

Greenwich Peninsula is home to the O2 and is easily accessible by bus, train, riverboat and cable car. Photo by Robert Pittman via Creative Commons.

6. Strawberries & Screen at Duke of York Square, Chelsea

Best spot to watch Wimbledon for: all the comfort without the crowds.

• Watch every swing of the Wimbledon 2022 Men’s and Women’s Singles finals from the comfort of the VIP deckchairs or perched on the green in Duke of York Square
• Enjoy a picnic on the green whilst taking in the action or pop to the Fine Food Market on the Saturday for nibbles
• The essential strawberries and cream and glasses of Pimm’s will be sold at pop-up stalls nearby

Nearest Station: Sloane Square (Circle and District Lines).

7. The Rose and Crown, Wimbledon

Best spot to watch Wimbledon for: getting into the party spirit.

• TV screens are provided both inside and outside so you can watch the match no matter what the British weather has in store
• Their Pimm’s and pints will keep you going throughout the long-lasting games
• Join the party with their post-match live music events
• Located in the charming Wimbledon village where you might just bump into a tennis star post-match!

Nearest Station: Wimbledon Station (Mainline to Waterloo).

8. Brown Hart Gardens, Mayfair

Best spot to watch Wimbledon for: tennis in the heart of London.

• Enjoy all the action on the big screen at Brown Hart Gardens’ historical terrace
• Experience their Wimbledon Aperitivo cocktail menu and Amalfi Coast-inspired menu
• Head to the nearby shops of Oxford Street for some retail therapy in between matches

Nearest Station: Bond Street (Central and Jubilee lines) and Marble Arch (Central line).

Brown Hart Gardens is located on top of an electricity substation. Photo by Andy Thornley via Creative Commons.

9. Summer Screens, Canary Wharf

Best spot to watch Wimbledon for: a lunchtime escape from the office.

• Watch the Championships live in the heart of Canary Wharf
• Perch on the grass lawn with a picnic or opt for the comfort of a deckchair
• Fancy a tipple? Refreshments will be available from The Grandstand Bar at the end of the park

Nearest Station: Canary Wharf (Jubilee line)

10. Eccleston Yards, Belgravia

Best spot to watch Wimbledon for: watching and dining.

• Catch every nail-biting moment of the tournament on the giant screen at Eccleston Yards’ courtyard
• Cheers to British hopefuls with a glass from Amie Wine Studio’s outdoor lounge
• Dine alfresco at nearby Morena or Jones Family Kitchen, whose terraces offer a view to the screenings

Nearest Station: Victoria (Circle, District and Victoria underground lines. Serviced by national rail by Southern, Southeastern and Thameslink).

Those are our top picks!

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And if you’re not sure how to celebrate Wimbledon this year, take a look at our top tips for celebrating Wimbledon 2022.

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