All England Lawn Tennis Club
- Capacity
- 42,000 daily (Centre Court 14,979 · No.1 Court 12,345)
- Location
- Church Road, Wimbledon, South West London SW19 5AG
- Getting there
- Southfields (District line, 10-min walk) or Wimbledon (District line + National Rail, then free shuttle bus)
Ticket categories
| Ticket | Face value |
|---|---|
| Centre Court — Debenture | £250 |
| No.1 Court — Debenture | £160 |
This exchange is for debenture tickets only. Debenture holders at Wimbledon are explicitly permitted to sell their tickets at market rate — there is no face-value cap. Sellers must ensure the physical or digital debenture ticket is transferred correctly to the buyer. Ballot tickets and public-sale tickets may NOT be listed here — they are subject to the AELTC's strict no-resale-above-face-value policy. By listing, sellers confirm the ticket originates from a debenture holding.
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FAQs
Why can debenture tickets be sold above face value?
The All England Club explicitly permits debenture holders to sell their tickets commercially. Debentures are five-year financial instruments — holders are entitled to sell at whatever the market will bear. This is the only category of Wimbledon ticket where above-face-value resale is fully above board.
How do I get to the AELTC?
Easiest route: Southfields on the District line (Zone 3), then a 10–12 minute walk down Wimbledon Park Road. Alternatively, Wimbledon station (District line or National Rail from Waterloo, 20 mins) has a free shuttle bus running directly to the gates. Black cabs and Uber drop on Church Road — allow extra time during peak match days. No public parking on-site.
What's the dress code?
There's no enforced dress code for spectators, but Wimbledon has a famously smart-casual culture. Think summer dresses, chinos, blazers — you'll feel out of place in sportswear. Players must wear all-white, but that rule is theirs, not yours.
Which is better — Centre Court or No.1 Court?
Centre Court is the iconic home of finals and headline matches, with the retractable roof and that electric atmosphere when it closes in. No.1 Court is arguably better for tennis — closer to the action, still roof-covered since 2019, and the scheduling often puts one semi-final or a top-16 match there. Both are world-class.
Where should I eat and drink near the ground?
Inside the ground: the Wingfield Restaurant (debenture holders have priority access), the Aorangi Pavilion, and the famous strawberries-and-cream kiosks throughout. Nearby: The Dog & Fox on Wimbledon High Street is a solid pre-match pub, and Wimbledon village (10-min cab) has great restaurants for a post-match dinner. Book ahead during the tournament.
When do gates open and what time should I arrive?
Gates typically open at 10:30am. Play begins at 11:00am on most days (1:00pm on the first Monday for the Gentlemen's side). Debenture holders have dedicated entrance lanes — you'll breeze through faster than general queue. For finals days, aim to arrive by 11:00am at the latest even if your match starts later, as the atmosphere builds early and hospitality fills up.
Are the tickets physical or digital, and how does transfer work?
Wimbledon debenture tickets are issued as physical tickets for most holders, though some newer debentures include a digital option. The seller will post or hand-deliver the physical ticket, or transfer digitally if applicable. We facilitate the handover and hold payment in escrow until you confirm receipt. Never travel to Wimbledon without the ticket in hand.
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