Wimbledon
Wimbledon hospitality: official packages
If you want certainty rather than the lottery of the Ballot or the patience of the Queue, official hospitality is the answer. These packages combine a guaranteed show-court seat with fine dining, a private setting and Grounds access — a full day out built around the tennis. They are unashamedly premium, but for a special occasion, a corporate day or a once-in-a-lifetime visit, they remove all the uncertainty. This guide explains what official hospitality includes and, just as importantly, how to make sure what you're buying is genuine.
What official hospitality includes
Official Wimbledon hospitality is sold through the AELTC's appointed providers and is designed to deliver a complete experience. A typical package pairs a guaranteed reserved seat on Centre Court or No.1 Court with a dining experience — often a multi-course lunch, afternoon tea and drinks — in a dedicated restaurant or private suite, plus access to the Grounds so you can wander the outside courts. The appeal is simple: you know exactly which court and day you'll be on, and the day is taken care of from arrival to last serve.
What a package typically covers
- A guaranteed show-court ticket (Centre Court or No.1 Court) for a specified day.
- Fine dining — commonly lunch, afternoon tea and drinks throughout the day.
- A private or dedicated venue within or beside the Grounds, away from the crowds.
- Grounds access to explore the outside courts and the wider Championships.
- Often hosting, a gift or programme, and a relaxed space to retreat to between matches.
How to book hospitality
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Decide your date and court
Hospitality is day- and court-specific, so start with what you want to see — an early-round day, a quarter-final, or a showpiece weekend — and which show court you'd prefer.
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Use an officially appointed provider
Book through the AELTC's authorised hospitality partners. This is what distinguishes genuine, guaranteed packages from risky third-party offers.
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Confirm exactly what's included
Check the seat location, the dining on offer, timings, dress code and any extras before you commit, so there are no surprises on the day.
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Book early for the big days
The most sought-after dates — finals and the second week — sell through first. The earlier you book, the better your choice of day, court and package.
Hospitality vs the other routes
| Hospitality | Ballot | Queue | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certainty | Guaranteed | Low | Medium |
| Choose court & day | Yes | No | Limited |
| Dining included | Yes | No | No |
| Cost | Premium | Free to enter | None to enter |
| Best for | Special occasions, corporate | Budget optimists | Patient early birds |
Inclusions and prices vary by provider and day — always confirm with the official AELTC site and the appointed provider.
Is hospitality worth it?
It depends entirely on what you value. If your priority is the lowest possible price, hospitality isn't for you — the Ballot and Queue exist precisely to keep Wimbledon accessible. But if you want a guaranteed seat on a specific day, a comfortable base, food and drink sorted and none of the uncertainty, official hospitality is the most reliable route of all. It's especially popular for milestone celebrations, client entertaining and visitors who are only in London for one shot at The Championships.