Every summer since 1877, on a stretch of grass in south-west London, the oldest tournament in tennis plays out largely as it always has. The all-white kit, worn by every player on every court, has been mandatory since the first Championships. The strawberries and cream — some 28,000 kilograms of berries and 7,000 litres of cream consumed over the fortnight — have been a fixture since the same year. Centre Court's retractable roof and the crowds on Aorangi Terrace are recent additions to a place that otherwise still feels like the sport's original home, because it is.
The Championships, Wimbledon 2027 runs Monday, June 28 to Sunday, July 11 — the 140th edition, played at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. Fourteen days, eighteen Championship grass courts, and the only Grand Slam still played on turf. LXV coordinates Centre Court debenture access, hospitality suites, and on-site coordination for members. Register your interest below.
The Venue: The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club
The All England Club sits on Church Road in Wimbledon, roughly 8 miles south-west of central London. Founded in 1868 as a croquet club, it staged the first lawn tennis Championships in 1877 — making it, by nearly two decades, the oldest tennis tournament in the world. The grounds hold 18 Championship grass courts, headlined by Centre Court (capacity approximately 15,000, with a retractable roof completed in 2009) and No.1 Court (capacity 12,345, roofed in 2019). Centre Court is the only court with a Royal Box, in continuous use for royal and state guests since 1922.
Wimbledon remains the only major to be played on grass — a surface that rewards serve-and-volley instinct and low, skidding bounces unlike anything on the hard-court or clay circuits. Uniquely among the majors, the tournament also enforces an all-white dress code on every player, on every court, without exception — a rule unchanged since 1877.
The Championship Fortnight
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| Mon, Jun 28 | Day 1: Gentlemen's & Ladies' Singles First Round begins |
| Tue, Jun 29 | Day 2: First Round continues |
| Wed, Jun 30 | Day 3: Second Round |
| Thu, Jul 1 | Day 4: Second Round continues |
| Fri, Jul 2 | Day 5: Third Round |
| Sat, Jul 3 | Day 6: Third Round continues |
| Sun, Jul 4 | Middle Sunday — permanent day of Championships play since 2022 |
| Mon, Jul 5 | Day 8: Fourth Round |
| Tue, Jul 6 | Day 9: Fourth Round continues |
| Wed, Jul 7 | Day 10: Quarterfinals |
| Thu, Jul 8 | Day 11: Quarterfinals continue — Ladies' Singles Semifinals, Mixed Doubles Final |
| Fri, Jul 9 | Day 12: Gentlemen's Singles Semifinals |
| Sat, Jul 10 | Day 13: Ladies' Singles Final, Gentlemen's Doubles Final |
| Sun, Jul 11 | Day 14: Gentlemen's Singles Final, Ladies' Doubles Final |
Round placement follows Wimbledon's standard fortnight structure; the All England Club publishes the official day-by-day order of play closer to the Championships.
Courts & Access Tiers
Wimbledon's ticketing structure runs from the most exclusive multi-year seat holdings to a same-day queue open to anyone. The main tiers:
- Centre Court & No.1 Court Debentures — Five-year premium seat packages sold directly by the All England Club, including use of the Debenture Lounges, bars, restaurants, and car park. Debentures are the only Wimbledon tickets that can be legally resold between individuals.
- Show Court Tickets — Centre Court, No.1 Court, and No.2/No.3 Court day tickets allocated via the AELTC public ballot or the LTA Advantage ballot, both free to enter and randomly drawn.
- Grounds Passes & The Queue — Same-day, on-site entry to the outer courts, with a chance at returned Show Court tickets later in the day. No advance application required.
- Hospitality Suites — Official and LXV-coordinated hospitality packages with guaranteed seating, private dining, and champagne, available across the Championships.
Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world, played continuously at the All England Club since 1877 — and the only Grand Slam still contested on grass.
Dress Code & Traditions
Unlike Royal Ascot, Wimbledon has no formal dress code for general spectators — smart casual is the norm across the grounds. The exception is the Royal Box on Centre Court, where guests are expected in a lounge suit and tie for men and afternoon dress or an elegant trouser suit for women. Players face the stricter rule: an all-white kit is mandatory on every court, a tradition unbroken since the first Championships in 1877. Off the court, the fortnight's rituals are just as fixed — strawberries and cream, Pimm's on the lawns, and the crowds gathered on the grass hill outside Court 1, long known as Henman Hill and, more recently, Murray Mound.
LXV Access and Hospitality
LXV coordinates access across the Championship fortnight for members. For those seeking Centre Court or No.1 Court seats outside the public ballot, LXV can advise on debenture-tier access and hospitality packages with guaranteed seating, private dining, and champagne. LXV can also assist members entering the AELTC public ballot, which typically opens in early September the year before the Championships.
LXV can also arrange:
- Private car transfers from central London or Heathrow
- Accommodation in Wimbledon Village or central London for the Championships
- Optional extension to Royal Ascot, held the same June, or The Open Championship in mid-July
- A private tour of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum and the All England Club grounds
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Wimbledon 2027?
Monday, June 28 to Sunday, July 11, 2027 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon, London. It is the 140th edition of The Championships.
Is there a dress code for spectators?
There is no formal dress code for general spectators — smart casual is typical. The Royal Box on Centre Court requires a lounge suit and tie for men and afternoon dress or an elegant trouser suit for women. Players must wear all-white on court, a rule in place since 1877.
How do I get Centre Court tickets or a debenture?
Centre Court and No.1 Court debentures are five-year premium seat packages sold directly by the All England Club and are the only Wimbledon tickets that can be legally resold. General admission runs through the public ballot, the LTA Advantage ballot, or The Queue on the day. LXV coordinates debenture-tier access and hospitality packages for members.
Where is Wimbledon and is it easy to reach?
The All England Club is in Wimbledon, south-west London, about 8 miles from central London. Wimbledon station is served by National Rail and the District line, roughly 25 minutes from central London. LXV can arrange private car transfers or coordinate a broader London stay around the Championships.
