View Full Version : QUEENS 2013 - who's going
themass15
14-02-2013, 13:53
I have entered the ballot although I have been unsuccessful in the last few years. Cannot pass up an opportunity to see Andy play again!
Sallydaisy
14-02-2013, 14:19
I'd love to go to Queens (it's the only UK main event I've not been to) but think the prices are prohibitive especially compared to a Wimbledon Ground Pass on Days 1 and 2 there. Also, I try to go to a few events and at that time there's also Edgbaston and a chance to see one or two of the British girls for a lot less dosh (and I can stay locally with family).
I was thinking though of going to Queens qualies on the Saturday or Sunday this year because I understand quite a few of the top guys pitch up to practice on those days too and it's not so crowded.
themass15
14-02-2013, 14:38
I went once to the qualies but I think I was unlucky in that I did not see anyone well known. Maybe it was because the weather was rather iffy!
Murray rocks
14-02-2013, 14:52
I went on opening day last year and it was a wash out!!! think i'll stick to Wimby this year
I may go queens qualies on saturday but will probably miss out on Andy who unless gets to the final comes down on sunday (saturday only if Andy loses FO early which I hope not). Sunday I finish work at 6 so if you do go Sally, any chance you can let me know if Andy is still there at 7ish? Gutted I have work then as often I was able to go on sundays in the past
I may get a ground pass mid-week or something, especially if doubles going on with Andy... But am not really sure tbh. As Sally said it is relativly expensive. The best deal by a mile was the Queens final on monday for £10! Bargain!
WimbledonAce
19-02-2013, 20:21
Not going this year after disappointed last year.paid lots of money to see cilic and nalbandian! And it was freezing! I see the prices are even higher this year. Still thinking about boodles instead.
traveller7
19-02-2013, 20:36
I've applied in ballot for 2nd year but not too disapointed if dont go as got wimby tickets.
Murray rocks
19-02-2013, 20:46
Not going this year after disappointed last year.paid lots of money to see cilic and nalbandian! And it was freezing! I see the prices are even higher this year. Still thinking about boodles instead.
At least you saw tennis, the day i went was a wash out.
Sallydaisy
19-02-2013, 20:53
Not going this year after disappointed last year.paid lots of money to see cilic and nalbandian! And it was freezing! I see the prices are even higher this year. Still thinking about boodles instead.
Let me know if you need any information on The Boodles - I've been 9 years out of 11.
WimbledonAce
19-02-2013, 21:35
Let me know if you need any information on The Boodles - I've been 9 years out of 11.
Thanks Sally, any tips/info you have would be great. I have looked at their site and it certainly looks an option. One query I have is about food (crazy I know!) are you not allowed to take anything at all in?
I've been to Boodles the last couple of years. The food there is excellent but they don't search your bag so you could certainly take food in with you. The first time I went, the guy sitting next to me shared his M&S sushi with me. Very nice! I think Boodles is great value 'cos they get top players there. I like Queens as well - but I used to go on the Wednesday each year and it nearly always rained :sad:
Murray rocks
24-02-2013, 09:40
Ballot to be done this week. Good luck everyone who entered xx
WimbledonAce
24-02-2013, 21:07
Didnt enter this year so I couldn't be tempted to buy!
ProdigyEng
24-02-2013, 21:48
I entered the Queens Ballot, but doubt I'll go unless it's one of the earlier rounds. Can't really afford Wimbledon AND Queens tickets!
Murray rocks
25-02-2013, 08:25
I entered the Queens Ballot, but doubt I'll go unless it's one of the earlier rounds. Can't really afford Wimbledon AND Queens tickets!
IM the same. And i would rather go to Wimby out the two.
ProdigyEng
25-02-2013, 11:36
IM the same. And i would rather go to Wimby out the two.
Same here. Don't think I could of afforded Queens even if I was successful in the ballot and wasn't successful in Wimbledon ballot!
Murray rocks
25-02-2013, 12:37
Same here. Don't think I could of afforded Queens even if I was successful in the ballot and wasn't successful in Wimbledon ballot!
Queing then at Wimby like me? I enjoy the queue anyway and got court 1 twice by queing last year.
ProdigyEng
25-02-2013, 13:21
Queing then at Wimby like me? I enjoy the queue anyway and got court 1 twice by queing last year.
I was succesful in the ballot :)
Murray rocks
25-02-2013, 13:26
I was succesful in the ballot :)
Oh yeah sorry i read your post wrong. x
themass15
25-02-2013, 13:30
ProdigyEng - have you been successful in the Queens' ballot too?
Murray rocks
25-02-2013, 13:33
I don't think the ballot has been done yet?
ProdigyEng
25-02-2013, 19:52
ProdigyEng - have you been successful in the Queens' ballot too?
Not sure, I think the queens ballot is done sometime this week.
Murray rocks
26-02-2013, 11:28
Not sure, I think the queens ballot is done sometime this week.
Yes i think you are correct. Im in two the LTA one and the main one.
traveller7
04-03-2013, 10:31
So the ballot was drwan today and amazingly I've been offered 3 tickets for finals day on centre. Apparently a special doubles match is being played in aid of the cancer centre Ross Hutchins is being treated at after the final. Only prob now is finding the money!
Murray rocks
04-03-2013, 11:20
So the ballot was drwan today and amazingly I've been offered 3 tickets for finals day on centre. Apparently a special doubles match is being played in aid of the cancer centre Ross Hutchins is being treated at after the final. Only prob now is finding the money!
Well i ain't got no email to tell me one way or the other!!!!!!
Sallydaisy
04-03-2013, 15:27
If you were unsuccessful in the Queen's ballot here's a note of how else you can go along
to watch matches there. It is very expensive though; more than Wimbledon.
1. Watch qualifying on Saturday and Sunday (and see a lot of RG escapees adjusting to grass)
For health and safety reasons there is a limit of 500 spectators per day within the grounds of The Queens Club
on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 June. Admission to the qualifying tournament is FREE.
2. General Sale
Ground Admission tickets, as well as any returned Centre Court and Court 1 tickets, will be sold from 10am on Wednesday 17 April via the website www.aegonchampionships.com and telephone booking line 0844 209 7356.
3. Ground Passes - queueing on the day. I'm not sure if this applies to Semi's/Final.
A small number of Centre Court returns and over half of all Ground Admissions are available to purchase on the gate each day. It is difficult to advise what time to arrive. The size of the queue depends greatly on the weather and the matches scheduled for the day.
Here's a link to the Aegon Championships tickets page on the LTA website with the info you'll need
http://www.lta.org.uk/fans-major-events/LTA-summer-grass-court-events/Aegon-Championships/Tickets/
JAMES4578
04-03-2013, 16:00
Well done Traveller, have a great time all who are going! I'v e been several times but doubt I'll be going this year.
ProdigyEng
04-03-2013, 18:42
I did get a single ticket for Opening Monday and Finals day but I don't think I will purchase them... too much money.
traveller7
04-03-2013, 19:32
Its going to be a struggle money wise but will get to see murray and henman play doubles so think its worth it this time.
I'd love to go to the exho - I would have entered the ballot if I'd known that would be happening! As it is, I normally go on the Wednesday and find that I get a much better ticket when they go on sale online than in the ballot.
Hey Linda. Hopefully there will be some finals tickets available on general sale
I have sometimes gone with ground passes and queued up later in the day to get resale centre court tickets.
Murray rocks
05-03-2013, 11:37
I still have received nothing to say if i have been allocated tickets or not. RUDE!!!
Murray rocks
05-03-2013, 12:50
At last i have heard. No tickets. Oh well never mind can always get them from General sale. Think i'll just keep my money for Wimby and the US Open. Queens is too expensive anyway.
patmoren
05-03-2013, 17:37
I had an email to say I hadn't got any either. I will be long gone before I ever get tickets in any ballot
Murray rocks
06-03-2013, 11:53
I had an email to say I hadn't got any either. I will be long gone before I ever get tickets in any ballot
ha ha, its frustrating isn't it?
themass15
17-04-2013, 12:15
Got tickets for the quarters and mens' final today. Looking forward to seeing Andy & Tim playing Berdy & Ivan.
Murray rocks
17-04-2013, 12:43
Got tickets for the quarters and mens' final today. Looking forward to seeing Andy & Tim playing Berdy & Ivan.
Christ you must have some cash!! I wanted to go to the final but no way paying £106.00 for it!!!!! Wimbledon final aint much dearer than that!!!!!!
themass15
17-04-2013, 13:27
No not really but at least I know I will see Andy on the Sunday. Going with another friend on the Tuesday to Court 1. Not bad value at £36. Going to Paris for mens' semis but that must be a lot cheaper than going to the US Open!
Murray rocks
17-04-2013, 13:43
No not really but at least I know I will see Andy on the Sunday. Going with another friend on the Tuesday to Court 1. Not bad value at £36. Going to Paris for mens' semis but that must be a lot cheaper than going to the US Open!
Yeah your lucky, Yeah court one is fab value its the centre thats expensive. Im just jelous cos i can't afford to go. But can't have it all i guess and i am going to Wimbledon and US Open and O2 for end of season tour finals so can't be too greedy i guess!!! I hope you have a fab time at Queens i shall watch it on the good old BBC!!! XX
Murray rocks
17-04-2013, 17:41
If i book for Court 1 on the Friday what will i see?
themass15
17-04-2013, 17:46
Only doubles unless it rains. I did see Djokovic play a few years back on Court 1
I've only been once years ago to the final. It has got so expensive the last few years and the field is nowhere near as good as it used to be as many of the top players go to Halle now. I find it hard to believe it costs nearly as much as Wimbledon! Not worth it imo. Then again I would LOVE to see the charity match!!
themass15
18-04-2013, 08:26
That's one of the reasons why I'm going albeit a very expensive one.
Murray rocks
18-04-2013, 08:29
I've only been once years ago to the final. It has got so expensive the last few years and the field is nowhere near as good as it used to be as many of the top players go to Halle now. I find it hard to believe it costs nearly as much as Wimbledon! Not worth it imo. Then again I would LOVE to see the charity match!!
Yeah i find the prices shocking. I would like to go to the charity match too but £106.00 i don't think so!!!! I saw court one on the Friday £18.00 tho really tempted to go for it. I don't mind doubles and if it rains which lets face it is very likely i may see singles too.
I went last year first day it was a total wash out!!! Had to get my money back. Maybe if i went this time i would actually see some tennis.
Murray rocks
18-04-2013, 08:43
Just booked Court 1 for the Friday. Quite looking forward to it now.
traveller7
18-05-2013, 09:23
Anyone got their queens tickets through yet?
Murray rocks
19-05-2013, 08:41
Anyone got their queens tickets through yet?
I was just going to post the same thing. I haven't as yet have you?
traveller7
19-05-2013, 10:57
I was just going to post the same thing. I haven't as yet have you?
Nope only 4 weeks!
themass15
19-05-2013, 13:28
3 weeks tomorrow! I am away from next Friday for 8 days in Italy but will be following it up if they have not arrived by the time I get back!
Murray rocks
20-05-2013, 09:16
3 weeks tomorrow! I am away from next Friday for 8 days in Italy but will be following it up if they have not arrived by the time I get back!
I was going to say Wimbledon is only 5 weeks away. Have fun in Italy.
traveller7
20-05-2013, 13:43
Yes 3 wks til tournament starts but I meant to say 4 weeks til I go.
themass15
22-05-2013, 10:51
Just got my tickets for the Friday and Sunday at Queens. Just got to hope that Andy is fit enough to play!!!! If anyone has tickets for the 2nd week of Wimbledon they do not want/cannot use I would love to hear from you!!!!!
Murray rocks
22-05-2013, 11:04
Just got my tickets for the Friday and Sunday at Queens. Just got to hope that Andy is fit enough to play!!!! If anyone has tickets for the 2nd week of Wimbledon they do not want/cannot use I would love to hear from you!!!!!
Yep just received mine too!! For the Friday!! Exciting xx. I think Andy done the right thing pulling out of the French although its dissapointing it would be worse if it was Wimbledon he was pulling out of!!
traveller7
22-05-2013, 11:11
Ooh hope I get mine today!
If anyone has tickets for the 2nd week of Wimbledon they do not want/cannot use I would love to hear from you!!!!!
You and me both themass!! The phrase dream on comes to mind though ;)
Murray rocks
22-05-2013, 12:02
You and me both themass!! The phrase dream on comes to mind though ;)
If i was rich i would buy us all debenture seats but unfortunately im not hehe
Hoping Andy might want to dip his toe in the water at the Boodles.
themass15
22-05-2013, 17:16
I think he's signed to play at the Hurlingham Club instead. I saw it mentioned recently.
traveller7
22-05-2013, 17:50
Got my tickets yay!
I think he's signed to play at the Hurlingham Club instead. I saw it mentioned recently.
Yep - you're right :crying:
And at a mere £459 or £259 per ticket I wouldn't be going anyway! Makes you want to spit.....not accessible to mere mortals, unlike the Boodles. Wonder why Andy's changed this year.
Murray rocks
23-05-2013, 08:15
Yep - you're right :crying:
And at a mere £459 or £259 per ticket I wouldn't be going anyway! Makes you want to spit.....not accessible to mere mortals, unlike the Boodles. Wonder why Andy's changed this year.
How much?!?!?!!:yikes: Scandulous!!!
traveller7
04-06-2013, 15:05
Does anyone know a rough time as to when finals day will finish? As the charity match is after the final im thinking lateish? My sis is coming with me but has booked a train back to home at 830pm from paddington. Do you reckon she will make it?
themass15
05-06-2013, 06:00
I would have thought your sister should be fine for that train as, in the past, it has been around 6.30 p.m. Not sure if that is the case this year, unless they plan the mens' doubles final before the singles final. I have tickets too so really excited as Andy has posted 'barring no setbacks in the next couple of days, he should be ready to play at the club of the queen'. So excited!
traveller7
05-06-2013, 09:47
According to my ticket info pack the mens doubles final is first starting at 1pm.
Im so excited as not been to queens before and im going with my older sister and my dad which is nice considering its fathers day that day! And so happy that andy should be ok to play too now.
themass15
05-06-2013, 10:31
Just rung the LTA and they said the special event with all the starts is due to take place at 1 p.m. with the singles final starting at 2 p.m. as normal. We shall see on the day if this is what happens!
Murray rocks
06-06-2013, 19:30
Im going on the Friday. Only court 1 but still looking forward to it.
Guerkins2
06-06-2013, 19:55
According to my ticket info pack the mens doubles final is first starting at 1pm.
Im so excited as not been to queens before and im going with my older sister and my dad which is nice considering its fathers day that day! And so happy that andy should be ok to play too now.
I hope you enjoy. I think Queens is a great event because you are close to the action. I would have tried to get tickets but I've got a really busy week at work.:grrr:
I may well go on Tuesday - I haven't got a ticket, but have managed to see some good matches with a ground pass in previous years.
themass15
06-06-2013, 20:17
Can't wait. I've got Court 1 tickets on Tuesday and Centre for Friday and Sunday. So looking forward to seeing Andy again!
traveller7
07-06-2013, 17:31
Hmm according to the newsletter I have just been emailed the Rally Against Cancer part of the matches is after the final so goodness knows when it will end?!!!!
themass15
11-06-2013, 07:34
Given the weather forecast for the next few days, looks like you could well be lucky on Friday Murray rocks. As long as they do not put Andy on that Court (hope he is still in then!) as I am going that day.
themass15
11-06-2013, 09:12
I was trying to get tickets for Saturday at Queens (sold out unfortunately) but I did discover the Doubles Final is due to start at 12 noon on Sunday for anyone who is going, including me.
Hello everyone. I have grounds passes for tomorrow (Wednesday 12th of June) but the weather forecast is looking dire. Does anyone know what the refund policy is for grounds passes? If the day is a complete washout, any chance I might be able to use them on Thursday instead? Thanks.
traveller7
11-06-2013, 10:06
I was trying to get tickets for Saturday at Queens (sold out unfortunately) but I did discover the Doubles Final is due to start at 12 noon on Sunday for anyone who is going, including me.
Yes I discovered that yesterday when I dug out my tickets! Early start for me then to get there.
Are you allowed to take alcohol in like the small plastic bottles of wine?
If the day is a complete washout, you can get a refund (but not if there is any play at all). You can't transfer your ticket to another day. I've never tried to take alcohol into Queens (I always buy a Pimm's there, and only have the one 'cos although I go by train I still have to drive home from the station). If I were going to, however, I think I might decant it into a water bottle just in case.
I think that every time I have been on a Wednesday it has rained :sad: but there has still been some play - it's never been a complete washout.
themass15
11-06-2013, 20:47
You are not supposed to take alcohol into Queens and if they catch you they will take it but they are not that hot on searching bags so you may get away with it. Everything is fairly expensive in the grounds!
Murray rocks
14-06-2013, 06:30
Given the weather forecast for the next few days, looks like you could well be lucky on Friday Murray rocks. As long as they do not put Andy on that Court (hope he is still in then!) as I am going that day.
Well it is doubles i see but i get to see Jonathan Marray and Colin Fleming play. Yay!!!
Sallydaisy
14-06-2013, 07:33
Well it is doubles i see but i get to see Jonathan Marray and Colin Fleming play. Yay!!!
Have a fab time today!!!
:thumbup:
Murray rocks
15-06-2013, 08:33
Have a fab time today!!!
:thumbup:
Had a superb day, really really enjoyed it and i had lovely weather too. I watched 3 doubles quarters and watched Andy on the big screen all in the sunshine. Bliss!!! Roll on Wimbledon now xx
themass15
15-06-2013, 12:15
I had a great day yesterday too. Best match was Hewitt v Delpo. Hewitt played really well. Sooo hope Andy beats JWT today as I have tickets for tomorrow too. Also going to Eastbourne semi-finals, hope I don't have to see Raonic!
Glad you both had a great day!
traveller7
15-06-2013, 13:31
Looks like today could be a washout so what happens to final if its on monday? Is it a free for all for tickets?
Last time I think they charged £10 a ticket on the Monday, with the tickets being sold at the gate. Xenon went. Unfortunately there's no way I could get out of work on Monday (I recall watching it in my lunch hour last time).
traveller7
15-06-2013, 13:44
Yes, it would be sad for me too as my sister is currently travelling from cheltenham to see final with me and my dad tomorrow but has to go back straight after matches finish so wouldn't beable to go monday either.
themass15
15-06-2013, 14:05
Hi Traveller 7, Just had an email to say Final will be at 12 noon tomorrow. Hope you can get there in time!
traveller7
15-06-2013, 14:13
Hi yes I got that too thank you!
The doubles final was always going to start at 12pm according to my ticket stuff so no earlier for me luckily!
themass15
17-06-2013, 07:55
Wonderful day at the Queens Club again yesterday. Soooo pleased that Andy won. Unfortunately I couldn't stay for the Charity Match but I have seen highlights and it looks great fun.
Murray rocks
17-06-2013, 11:16
Wonderful day at the Queens Club again yesterday. Soooo pleased that Andy won. Unfortunately I couldn't stay for the Charity Match but I have seen highlights and it looks great fun.
Me thinks Andy is on for the special double this year Queens and Wimbledon. Have never seen him play so well on the grass.
traveller7
17-06-2013, 11:27
I had such a fantastic time despite the rain! We stayed til about 730pm as my sister had to leg it to Paddington for train, but we saw some of charity match and all of the Lendl match which was fantastic.
I think it was nice to see Andys personality during these matches all smiles and laughter.
Murray rocks
17-06-2013, 12:06
I had such a fantastic time despite the rain! We stayed til about 730pm as my sister had to leg it to Paddington for train, but we saw some of charity match and all of the Lendl match which was fantastic.
I think it was nice to see Andys personality during these matches all smiles and laughter.
I never had a drop of rain when i went on Friday, infact i got sunburnt!! lucky or what!?!?!
traveller7
17-06-2013, 12:07
Very lucky. By the time the match was underway it was scorching and I was in tshirt and got burnt nose haha so cant complain too much
Glad all those who went had a good time.
themass15
17-06-2013, 17:20
It was wonderful, despite the rain yesterday and on Tuesday. So good to see Andy close up
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