The Wimbledon Queue is the official line for buying a limited number of same-day tickets. Join in person at Wimbledon Park, receive a numbered Queue Card, stay in position and purchase one non-transferable ticket if availability reaches your place.
Some visitors camp overnight for a chance at a show-court seat. Others arrive early in the morning for a Grounds Pass, but no arrival time guarantees entry because demand changes by day, weather and the order of play.
The 2027 Championships are scheduled for June 28 to July 11. Wimbledon has published 2027 ticket prices, but its full Queue Guide for that edition was not yet available as of September 4, 2026, so the operational details below use the latest completed Championships and should be rechecked before travel.
What Tickets Can You Buy in the Wimbledon Queue?
The Queue sells two main ticket types:
| Ticket type | What it includes |
|---|---|
| Show Court ticket | A reserved seat on the named court plus access to the Grounds and outside courts |
| Grounds Pass | Grounds access, unreserved outside courts and public viewing areas, but no reserved show-court seat |
Limited same-day seats are normally offered for Centre Court, No.1 Court and No.2 Court on eligible days. Centre Court tickets are not sold through the Queue on the final four days of the Championships.
A Grounds Pass provides access to No.3 Court and Courts 4 through 18, subject to capacity, as well as the large-screen viewing area on the Hill. It can be an excellent way to watch early-round tennis close to the court, especially if you understand what makes Wimbledon’s grass different.
Where Is the Wimbledon Queue?
The Queue forms in Wimbledon Park, north of the All England Club grounds. Southfields Underground station is usually the most convenient rail stop for reaching the queueing area on foot.
Follow official signs and steward instructions rather than walking directly to a public entrance gate. Queue operations can change according to crowd size, ground conditions and security requirements.
Wimbledon asked people planning to Queue in 2026 to download the official app. Create a myWimbledon account, install the current app and check official status updates before leaving.
How the Wimbledon Queue Works
1. Join the End of the Official Line
Stewards direct new arrivals to the correct section. Do not join friends farther ahead, reserve places for people who have not arrived or accept a place offered by an unofficial seller.
Every person needs to be physically present. Queue tickets are sold one per person and are non-transferable.
2. Receive a Queue Card
A steward issues a numbered Queue Card that marks your position. Keep it with you because cards can be checked as the line moves and at the entrance to Wimbledon Park.
The card is not a ticket and does not guarantee that your preferred court will remain available. It only confirms your place in the official sequence.
3. Remain With the Queue
Short absences for toilets, refreshments or first aid are allowed, but Wimbledon has generally limited them to about 30 minutes. Tell the people around you and follow any instruction written in the current Queue rules.
Queue Cards may be checked during the night. Leaving for a hotel or disappearing for an extended period can cost you your place.
4. Choose From the Remaining Tickets
In the morning, people near the front may receive color-coded wristbands corresponding to available show courts. Once a court allocation is gone, later arrivals can continue for a Grounds Pass if those remain.
The wristband reserves the opportunity to buy that ticket type. Payment still takes place later, and the buyer must comply with the entry conditions.
5. Store Overnight Equipment
Campers must pack their tents and other bulky gear before entry. The Wimbledon Park left-luggage facility has opened at 5:30 a.m. during recent Championships.
In 2026, storage was charged at £1 for a bag and £5 for larger overnight equipment such as a tent. Prices and opening times should be checked each year.
6. Buy the Ticket and Enter
Wimbledon is cashless, so bring an accepted payment card or supported digital payment method. Photo identification may be requested.
Your ticket is tied to you and the day of play. It does not guarantee that a particular player will appear because the exact schedule is released separately.
What Time Should You Join the Wimbledon Queue?
There is no reliable universal time. The realistic target depends on the ticket you want.
For Centre Court, No.1 Court or No.2 Court
An overnight stay is normally required for the best chance of a show-court ticket. For the most popular days, people can arrive more than one day ahead.
This remains a chance rather than a reservation. Ticket allocations vary later in the tournament, and there are no Centre Court Queue tickets on the last four days.
For a Grounds Pass
Many visitors arrive in the early morning. A weekday in the opening week may be more realistic than the first day, a weekend or a date with an especially attractive schedule.
Crowds can change dramatically. On the opening morning of Wimbledon 2026, the Queue reached approximately 10,000 people by 8:30 a.m. Past advice that a particular arrival time is always safe should therefore be ignored.
Use the official app’s Queue status, weather forecast and daily schedule before traveling. Because a tennis match has no fixed duration, even a published schedule cannot guarantee precisely when a later match will begin.
Wimbledon Queue Ticket Prices
Prices change each year and depend on the day, court and seat. Wimbledon has already published its 2027 face-value schedule, with Centre Court tickets ranging from £85 to £400 and No.1 Court tickets from £75 to £270. Not every court and day in that schedule is available through the Queue.
The published 2027 Grounds Pass prices are:
| Days | 2027 Grounds Pass price |
|---|---|
| Days 1 to 8 | £35 |
| Days 9 to 11 | £27 |
| Days 12 to 14 | £22 |
The price drops in the second week because fewer matches remain on the outside courts. A cheaper late-tournament pass does not provide the same volume of live tennis as an opening-week pass.
Queue buyers pay the published face value for the ticket available to them, not a speculative resale price. Check the current price table before traveling because the day, court and remaining allocation determine the actual cost.
Can You Camp Overnight in the Queue?
Yes, controlled overnight camping is one of the Queue’s established features. Wimbledon Park is managed by stewards, and everyone must follow the Queue code of conduct.
Only compact two-person tents have been permitted in recent editions. Gazebos, barbecues, camping stoves and fires are prohibited.
Unattended equipment can be removed. Campers are woken early and must dismantle their setup so the Queue can be organized for the move toward the Grounds.
What to Bring to the Wimbledon Queue
Essential Items
- Photo ID
- Payment card and a backup payment option
- Charged phone with the Wimbledon app installed
- Portable power bank and charging cable
- Refillable water bottle
- Food and snacks for the expected wait
- Sunscreen and a hat
- Waterproof jacket or compact poncho
- Warm layer for overnight or early-morning temperatures
- Any required medication
British summer conditions can move between sun, wind and rain in the same day. Pack for both heat exposure and a cold overnight wait.
Overnight Equipment
- Maximum two-person tent
- Sleeping bag
- Compact sleeping mat
- Eye mask and earplugs
- Small flashlight
- Bags that can be stored quickly in the morning
Do not bring more gear than you can pack and carry. The point of the morning process is to move thousands of people safely, not to maintain a campsite all day.
Bag Size for Entry
The normal bag limit for the Wimbledon Grounds is 40cm x 30cm x 30cm. A tent, large sleeping bag or oversized backpack will need to go to left luggage rather than through the gate.
Wimbledon has accepted larger stored items up to airline-cabin size at designated facilities, but current limits must be checked before travel. Storage does not override rules against prohibited items.
What Not to Bring
Avoid prohibited or impractical equipment, including:
- Gazebos and large tents
- Barbecues, camping stoves and fuel
- Fires or heating equipment with a flame
- Oversized bags for entry
- Hard-sided picnic hampers
- Sharp objects and other security-restricted items
- Unnecessary valuables
Alcohol and food are governed by Wimbledon’s current conditions of entry. Check the annual rules for container and quantity limits rather than relying on a previous visit.
What Can You Watch With a Grounds Pass?
A Grounds Pass is most valuable in the first week, when the outside-court schedule is full. It can include singles, doubles, juniors and wheelchair matches depending on the day.
The exact mix is controlled by the tournament schedule. Understanding how many rounds are in a tennis draw helps explain why outside-court options reduce as the fields become smaller.
You can also watch show-court coverage on the large screen from the Hill. A Grounds Pass does not allow you to occupy an empty reserved seat without purchasing an official returned ticket.
How the Ticket Resale Kiosk Works
Spectators leaving early can return their show-court tickets. Wimbledon resells those seats inside the Grounds and directs the proceeds to charity.
For 2026, returned seats cost £15 for Centre Court and £10 for No.1 Court or No.2 Court. Registration opened at 10:00 a.m., with purchases beginning from 3:00 p.m. through the official resale process in the Wimbledon app.
This can give a Grounds Pass holder a later chance to enter a show court, but it should be treated as a bonus. A popular match may produce very few returned seats.
Accessibility in the Queue
Wimbledon provides an Accessibility Waiting Area in AELTC Wimbledon Park for guests with wheelchairs, mobility impairments and certain other access needs. Queue rules still apply, and the guest waits for their Queue Card number to be called.
Normally, one companion or carer may wait with a disabled visitor in that area. Review the current accessibility guide and contact Wimbledon in advance if the standard Queue environment could create a problem.
How to Make the Most of a Grounds Pass
Check the order of play before entering and identify several matches, not one star. A schedule built around only one player can fail if the court reaches capacity or the match is moved.
Early-round outside courts allow you to see professional movement, serve placement and point construction from close range. The lower bounce described in how grass differs from other tennis surfaces is much easier to appreciate near court level.
Leave time to move between courts and expect spectators to wait for a changeover before entering some seating areas. Tennis etiquette and official instructions take priority over rushing to a seat.
Wimbledon Queue FAQ
Is the Wimbledon Queue Open Every Day?
It operates during the Championships, but ticket types and availability change by day. Officials can pause or close the Queue when demand exceeds safe capacity.
Can One Person Queue for a Group?
No. Each buyer must be present, hold their own place and purchase one ticket. Joining a friend near the front undermines the numbered system.
Is a Queue Card a Ticket?
No. It records your position only. You still need availability to reach you and must buy the offered ticket.
Is a Grounds Pass Worth It?
It is usually strongest in the first week, when many matches remain on outside courts. It is less valuable if your only goal is a particular Centre Court player.
What Happens if It Rains?
Queue operations and entry may slow, while outside-court play can be delayed. Centre Court and No.1 Court have roofs, but a Grounds Pass does not include reserved access to either court.