View Full Version : Wimbledon 2018- who is planning on going/tickets?
Murray rocks
18-07-2017, 10:02
Ballot opens 1st September hehe.
So federer will be defending champion which means he will be on centre first. I don't think there's much chance of getting in the first 500 just before midnight like last year with him defending. It will be full much earlier. Probably an early Sunday morning for me then. This is there's seemed to be more camping and queuing that last.
I need to remember to double and triple check my david Lloyd ballot for Next year after this year's misunderstanding
Murray rocks
18-07-2017, 10:19
I'm going second week next year. Travelling on Middle Sunday and staying there till the end. The only way I will go at any point during the first week is if I get a ticket. Queuing for 12 hours to get on Centre Court does my head in!!! All I want to do is go in and watch tennis. I found in the first week I was missing so much cos I was queing!! 2nd week easier to get in and get to resales etc.
I'm going second week next year. Travelling on Middle Sunday and staying there till the end. The only way I will go at any point during the first week is if I get a ticket. Queuing for 12 hours to get on Centre Court does my head in!!! All I want to do is go in and watch tennis. I found in the first week I was missing so much cos I was queing!! 2nd week easier to get in and get to resales etc.
I loved seeing tennis on the outside courts in the first week and sitting on the hill watching the big screen for a break. I definitely wouldn't queue for resales every day but I was made up to get to see 2 matches on CC the 1 day I did do resales so it was worth it for me. It's busy the first week I agree but there is so much more to Wimbledon than CC in the first week.
So federer will be defending champion which means he will be on centre first. I don't think there's much chance of getting in the first 500 just before midnight like last year with him defending. It will be full much earlier. Probably an early Sunday morning for me then. This is there's seemed to be more camping and queuing that last.
Would definitely consider camping next year but just depends on the draw really, which we won't know till a few days before. We are going to book our same B&B for the whole of the first week and see what happens. If we get tickets for the 2nd week, we will have to re-think. Hope Fed has retired by then ;) ... his fans are an utter pain, pushing people to the ground in the resales queue on semis day!!
Murray rocks
18-07-2017, 14:01
I loved seeing tennis on the outside courts in the first week and sitting on the hill watching the big screen for a break. I definitely wouldn't queue for resales every day but I was made up to get to see 2 matches on CC the 1 day I did do resales so it was worth it for me. It's busy the first week I agree but there is so much more to Wimbledon than CC in the first week.
Would definitely consider camping next year but just depends on the draw really, which we won't know till a few days before. We are going to book our same B&B for the whole of the first week and see what happens. If we get tickets for the 2nd week, we will have to re-think. Hope Fed has retired by then ;) ... his fans are an utter pain, pushing people to the ground in the resales queue on semis day!!
Can't stick Pushing my way round the outside courts. It drives me mad. Centre court for me every day if only I was rich ha.
Federers fans get on my nerves bad news is he is prob playing till he is 40.
The thing I like about camping for tickets is that it doesn't feel like queueing. Unlike resale lol. I like it to see lots of players and as many show courts as I can. Next year I plan to stay for the first week with some b&b and some camping. not sure about the second week. Did think about coming home and then returning Monday to queue for quarters but I don't like the idea of missing the action Monday either on tv or live. So I'm going to give that more thought.
themass15
18-07-2017, 15:23
There are lots of matches on the outside Courts the first 4 days so, unless you want to see a big name, it shouldn't be a problem. Also quite often you get a better match on an outside court rather than a very one-sided match on Centre or Court 1. Even on the middle Saturday Linda an I easily got on Court No. 12 to see a Ladies Singles match. It is far harder to get on a court if the men are playing. Not sure what I will do next year. My broadband is so slow, TM has become a non starter. I only spent one day in the resales queue (during the 2nd week) and that was fine. I would happily do it again, but if you are only going a couple of days you do not want to spend all your time queuing.
Murray rocks
18-07-2017, 16:42
First day as Andy was on centre first. I went to court 18 when I first got in and watched Laura Robson, then I went and watched Andy on the Hill then I got a resale for Centre and saw Wawrinka get knocked out. Tuesday I went in the evening and saw two ladies matches one on court 2 and one on court 3. Wednesday and Friday I queued in resales to get on for Andy and both times got on for him and nadal matches. Thursday I didn't go at all as was ill after queing in full sun for hours on Wednesday.
The following Wednesday I got lucky on ticketmaster, Thursday ballot tics and sat ticketmaster again. Sunday I nearly didn't get in at all but managed to and got on centre for mixed doubles.
The best times j had was when I had a centre tic for sure.
Today I received an email with ticket offer (overseas) for first friday on centre court. The tickets are available until first March.
themass15
31-01-2018, 16:02
Lucky you! Overseas ballot must have gone out first. First ballot for UK residents doesn't normally go out until 3rd week in Feb. Sometimes they send out successful applicants for Courts 2 & 3 a couple of weeks earlier.
themass15
31-01-2018, 16:11
As Wimbledon is close to my heart, I phoned the ticket office after seeing Gagarin's post. The overseas ballot went out today and they have already sent out for some successful applicants for Courts 2 & 3. The main ballot is due to be sent out on Friday, 16th February so successful applicants should hear on Monday, 19th or Tuesday, 20th February.
JAMES4578
31-01-2018, 19:21
Did not enter public ballot this time though in LTA one, less chance but never know!
I'm going for the first week regardless of tickets, accommodation booked. Went for 3 days last year and queued all 3 days which was hard going as we were getting up at 4am! Hoping for some better luck this year with tickets, but if not it will be the queue again, although I couldn't do 5 days in a row so might have to find a bar with a big screen for a couple of the days.
angiebabez
01-02-2018, 18:10
I'm going for the first week regardless of tickets, accommodation booked. Went for 3 days last year and queued all 3 days which was hard going as we were getting up at 4am! Hoping for some better luck this year with tickets, but if not it will be the queue again, although I couldn't do 5 days in a row so might have to find a bar with a big screen for a couple of the days.
The dog & fox in wimbly village is fab for that...or outside murrisons in wimbledon town where the deck chairs & big screen are. Perfect on a sunny day plus its handy to jump into supermarket for more prosecco when it runs out ;)
The dog & fox in wimbly village is fab for that...or outside murrisons in wimbledon town where the deck chairs & big screen are. Perfect on a sunny day plus its handy to jump into supermarket for more prosecco when it runs out ;)
Sounds like fun!!!
The dog & fox in wimbly village is fab for that...or outside murrisons in wimbledon town where the deck chairs & big screen are. Perfect on a sunny day plus its handy to jump into supermarket for more prosecco when it runs out ;)
That’s a couple of non queuing days sorted then depending on the weather. See you there mate ��
angiebabez
03-02-2018, 16:45
That’s a couple of non queuing days sorted then depending on the weather. See you there mate ��
Remember we want to do the shard as well ;)
Remember we want to do the shard as well ;)
Yep, deffo! There’s bound to be a nearby bar showing the tennis or we just head back to Wimby for the afternoon
So only a week to go till he first ballot folks .... :nailbiter:
WimbledonWestie
12-02-2018, 14:19
Trying not to think about it.:nailbiter::wimbly:
themass15
12-02-2018, 15:14
When I saw these posts, I though someone had already heard!
I know! Me too! I was seeehing with jealousy lol. I thought the LTA ones came out around now but I must have gone mad. I've never checked my emails so much lol
themass15
12-02-2018, 20:09
First LTA ballot comes out on 19th March.
First LTA ballot comes out on 19th March. Quite a bit later than the public ballot then. This is the first time I have been BTM member for years, but the ballot always used to be beginning of March.The upside is at least you can check online to see if you have tickets .... I will put that date in my diary ;)
teammurray
18-02-2018, 17:24
I saw a very excitable post from someone on twitter saying they have ladies semis. Do you think they went out on Friday? I thought court 3 goes out first? Cheers
themass15
18-02-2018, 17:40
There was a small ballot earlier this month for some of the Court 2 & 3 tickets. Also overseas ballot was done earlier this month by email. As per my post of 31st January.
The first proper ballot was sent out 2nd class on Friday, so somebody's post was treated as first class. Successful applicants should hear tomorrow or Tuesday.
There was a small ballot earlier this month for some of the Court 2 & 3 tickets. Also overseas ballot was done earlier this month by email. As per my post of 31st January.
The first proper ballot was sent out 2nd class on Friday, so somebody's post was treated as first class. Successful applicants should hear tomorrow or Tuesday.
Cannot believe my luck! Got two tickets in the post this morning for middle Saturday for centre court!! Absolutely delighted!!
themass15
19-02-2018, 10:35
Cannot believe my luck! Got two tickets in the post this morning for middle Saturday for centre court!! Absolutely delighted!!
Well done Nicola, that is a lovely day to go. Remember spending a very good day with you at Wimbledon a couple of years ago!
JAMES4578
19-02-2018, 10:38
Cannot believe my luck! Got two tickets in the post this morning for middle Saturday for centre court!! Absolutely delighted!!
Certainly one of the best days and great news, well done Nicola!
Seen lots of people with tickets now. My postman is just late of course lol
Well done Nicola, that is a lovely day to go. Remember spending a very good day with you at Wimbledon a couple of years ago!
Really delighted!! Looking at hotels and flights already lol!! Don't know whether it will be my mum or one of my aunts going with me but two people will probably queue! The middle Saturday is usually really busy isn't it? Hoping to see Andy this time!!
Hope you get some tickets yourself!
Very despondent this morning when no letter arrived, then my daughter contacted me this evening when she got home from work to ask how did I fancy Centre Court on the first Tuesday! She got 2 tickets! Wow oh wow! Great news and so excited! First Tuesday means there will be lots going on around the grounds too. Been years since I have had any joy in the ballot. :strawberry:
WimbledonWestie
19-02-2018, 19:06
No letter for me either.... but .... some family members got lucky so fingers crossed I get to be a plus 1! They got Centre court first Monday and Wednesday - I got very excited texts from them at work this morning.
Great news, Pat and fingers crossed for you, WW!
WimbledonWestie
19-02-2018, 20:24
Thanks. It's tricky in that my mum would prefer my brothers day- the Wednesday doesnt really work for her as she is doing flowers for a wedding on the Friday. Will need to see what happens. Crossing everything meantime. Can't believe they both got letters- it's me gets them the form!
Very despondent this morning when no letter arrived, then my daughter contacted me this evening when she got home from work to ask how did I fancy Centre Court on the first Tuesday! She got 2 tickets! Wow oh wow! Great news and so excited! First Tuesday means there will be lots going on around the grounds too. Been years since I have had any joy in the ballot. :strawberry:
That's fantastic pat, I'm so pleased for you, we will be camping for ticjets on the first Monday and Tuesday :) probably see you there :)
angiebabez
19-02-2018, 22:18
Court 1 tixs first tuesday for me.
lovetennis
19-02-2018, 22:24
Well done Pat, WW & Angie- you will have a fab time
WimbledonWestie
19-02-2018, 22:24
Nice one Ange. Family going round in circles trying to figure out their tix, mum deffo feels Wednesday won't work for her in terms of doing wedding flowers. I'm waiting with bated breath lol.
lovetennis
19-02-2018, 22:34
Nice one Ange. Family going round in circles trying to figure out their tix, mum deffo feels Wednesday won't work for her in terms of doing wedding flowers. I'm waiting with bated breath lol.
Ooh sorry WW I misunderstood your earlier post - you're still not sure of getting a ticket then. Hope you get to go, you've not had much luck with DC etc scheduling in the last few years. You must be more than ready for some live tennis
That's fantastic pat, I'm so pleased for you, we will be camping for ticjets on the first Monday and Tuesday :) probably see you there :)
I'll certainly look forward to that Jerry. x
WimbledonWestie
19-02-2018, 22:52
Ooh sorry WW I misunderstood your earlier post - you're still not sure of getting a ticket then. Hope you get to go, you've not had much luck with DC etc scheduling in the last few years. You must be more than ready for some live tennis
Thanks, I think I'll get ....one way or other, we will figure something. Where there's a will and all that. yeah, have really missed DC. Can't totally complain as have been to O2 and Queen's- and Wimbledon. The London events are most accessible during term time and Wimbledon works with school hols so that's been good but Wimbledon is like going home. Do need some DC action soon for a totally different adrenaline rush!
Court 1 tixs first tuesday for me.
Congrats! See you there! X
prizzo53144
20-02-2018, 20:02
Hey everyone. I'm overseas and so very curious to hear if anyone here can confirm they've been notified that overseas ballots have been awarded. Thanks in advance.
themass15
20-02-2018, 20:37
Overseas ballot went out at the beginning of the month
Very despondent this morning when no letter arrived, then my daughter contacted me this evening when she got home from work to ask how did I fancy Centre Court on the first Tuesday! She got 2 tickets! Wow oh wow! Great news and so excited! First Tuesday means there will be lots going on around the grounds too. Been years since I have had any joy in the ballot. :strawberry:
Am so pleased for you, Pat. Something to really look forward to! You will have a ball! x
teammurray
20-02-2018, 21:15
I got court 2 on opening day.
Congrats to everyone who got tickets ... nothing for me or GillyD AGAIN this year :crying: .... but we will be there anyway in the first week for as many days as we can tolerate a 4am start! 3 days in a row was tough going last year so we will need to have rest days when we watch on the big screen in Wimbledon or in a pub. Still hoping for 2nd or 3rd ballot or BTM ballot ... you never know!
See you there Pat, Jerry and Angie and hopefully WW (fingers crossed for you - just tell them you organised the ballot so they could take you :laugh:)
themass15
21-02-2018, 11:32
I am determined to get there too during the first week. It is a question of how ....
roytennisfan
23-02-2018, 09:32
Bit late but got home from Spain at midnight, just gone through Post this morning to see a nice welcome home waiting for me, a pair for Centre Court on the first Wednesday, it's 4 been years since i've had Centre Court and that was off Ticketmaster the day before, haven't had any CC in Ballot since 2010 Mens final
themass15
23-02-2018, 13:08
Well done Roy! So lucky living so close to Wimbledon. I can always go at the last minute. If due to work I just change my days.
Bit late but got home from Spain at midnight, just gone through Post this morning to see a nice welcome home waiting for me, a pair for Centre Court on the first Wednesday, it's 4 been years since i've had Centre Court and that was off Ticketmaster the day before, haven't had any CC in Ballot since 2010 Mens final
Great stuff Roy! Nice homecoming for you. We've got CC on the first Tuesday! First time ever I've got CC in the ballot! (and it wasn't even me they were offered to....it was my daughter!.... but I made darned sure she got the form!!)
Well done Roy, see you there ... I’ll be the one with bags the size of a tennis players’s kit bag under my eyes :laugh::laugh:
themass15
09-03-2018, 13:02
Reckon 2nd ballot will go out today so, if successful should hear Monday or Tuesday
lovetennis
12-03-2018, 09:23
I was in London for the weekend so squeezed in a visit to Wimbledon. Didn't have time for the full behind the scenes tour but did the museum. They also now include a brief visit to Centre Court in the Museum ticket. Nice to breathe that Centre Court air, even if the place was empty.
Work on No.1 court looks to be coming on. They were working on it even though it was the weekend. The roof structure is now sat on the ground by gate 1, waiting to be hoisted into place. The staff said it's all running on schedule for 2019.
I looked for for Andy as I know he's been spotted training at Wimbledon but no such luck and had to make do with a photo next to his 2013 Final kit and a nice photo of his name on the cup (or rather, on the plinth that the cup sits on - there's no more room on the cup so winners since 2008 are on the plinth)
teammurray
20-03-2018, 08:22
Hi all, does anyone know when the BTM ballot results are out please? Thanks
themass15
20-03-2018, 09:37
Successful applicants supposed to have been advised yesterday but am in contact with tennis fans on Facebook and I don't know of anyone who has received any. Have now called LTA and successful applicants will be advised this week. Not sure whether emails have already gone out to some successful people or not!
Successful applicants supposed to have been advised yesterday but am in contact with tennis fans on Facebook and I don't know of anyone who has received any. Have now called LTA and successful applicants will be advised this week. Not sure whether emails have already gone out to some successful people or not!
You can check yourself on the website. I did this yesterday and no tickets but I haven't heard of anyone that has so am now wondering if they just haven't done it yet ... ever hopeful!
This is where you can check. If it works for you. https://www3.lta.org.uk/Members/Ballots/Ballot-Search/ It worked for KevD with his surname and postcode in caps and the space between the postcode but didn’t work for me. I’ll try again in a. But and hope to recognised then lol.
themass15
20-03-2018, 14:50
My guess is no-one has been advised yet but they won't admit to it as it leaves the LTA with egg on its face again.
goldfish
20-03-2018, 17:18
Told me I don't have any - hoping it's because it hasn't been updated yet but not convinced
themass15
20-03-2018, 17:21
Until I see that other people have received tickets, I shall remain optimistic
My tennis club has announced our allocation but I also haven’t heard of any individuals who have been offered tickets through the LTA ballot yet
roytennisfan
21-03-2018, 08:45
Tried for my family and all say 117 days
Just booked my parking for the fortnight :)
themass15
21-03-2018, 10:40
Just booked my parking for the fortnight :)
So jealous!!!!!
So there is still no news of anyone with LTA ballot tickets ... surely this has to mean they haven't done it yet (pleeeeesae!). I can't believe with more chance than in public ballot, there wouldn't be anyone with tickets! Having said that when we check online you would think it would say if the ballot hadn't happened yet ... all very frustrating and I am sooooo desperate for tickets!!
themass15
21-03-2018, 13:07
I actually still believe the LTA ballot hasn't been started yet. With all the members here and on Facebook, I cannot believe that not one of us has been successful.
So there is still no news of anyone with LTA ballot tickets ... surely this has to mean they haven't done it yet (pleeeeesae!). I can't believe with more chance than in public ballot, there wouldn't be anyone with tickets! Having said that when we check online you would think it would say if the ballot hadn't happened yet ... all very frustrating and I am sooooo desperate for tickets!!
I don’t know, I could see them not announcing if it’s late as no one would ever know for sure. I haven’t heard of anyone who has been successful despite knowing lots who were in the public ballot. So I’m with themass I think it’s likely it hasn’t happened yet.
WimbledonWestie
21-03-2018, 17:39
I think it was just the club one that was done this week.
themass15
21-03-2018, 17:55
I think it was just the club one that was done this week.
It was very misleading then to send out an email saying it would be starting on 19th March for all BTM members.
WimbledonWestie
21-03-2018, 18:38
I didn't know they had done that- and I'm a member. Still think it must be clubs only as not seen anyone on social media mention getting tickets.
themass15
21-03-2018, 18:53
This is now on the LTA website:-
The Central Ballot for Team Members who are not linked to a tennis venue will also begin on or around the 19th of March 2018.
WimbledonWestie
21-03-2018, 18:58
Around being the operative word then ....
Hope yo get something. I'm not in that ballot as I'm a club member ( whose family got lucky in the public ballot)
It seems they sent out the allocations to clubs today - so maybe those who aren't club members will also hear soon.
Thanks all. It still doesn't account for the website saying no tickets. It shouldn't allow you to check if they haven't done it yet but who knows?! Maybe that's why there have been so many problems with not everyone being able to access it!
themass15
22-03-2018, 14:38
I am sure we will see something on Facebook when individual BTM members are notified
I called up the LTA about the members ballot. They gave me a vague response but essentially said they weren't doing the ballot in one big bang on Monday. Not idea how they are or have done it, but it sounded like perhaps they could be balloting for a particular day. So on the 19th, maybe they just did the ballot for Day 1 of Wimbledon.
themass15
23-03-2018, 12:28
They were very vague with me too. Given the number of tennis fans on Facebook, I wouldn't mind betting that no-one who is not a tennis club member has yet been advised. Normally something appears very quickly on social media.
In my tennis club ballot I got Court 2 on Saturday 7th.
patmoren
25-03-2018, 14:48
No news on my club Ballot they might have done it today but too tired to go down there this morning!!
WimbledonWestie
25-03-2018, 16:29
I had a great day in court 2 on middle Saturday last year- enjoy!
Well done, Linda! :thumbup:
roytennisfan
25-03-2018, 20:44
In my tennis club ballot I got Court 2 on Saturday 7th.
Crickey, they were quick, can't see ours getting done for another month, well done, Saturday is great
WimbledonWestie
25-03-2018, 21:48
I know, we are usually endof April at least.
Just got centre court for the first Thursday in the public ballot :) first time I have ever got anything. Mad to have not spent a night in a tent to get centre lol
Well done, Jerry! :cheer:
Brilliant Jerry. So pleased for you.:dance:
WimbledonWestie
26-03-2018, 21:29
Nice one Jerry. That's one of the days our club has for centre- not putting in for them though as have a wedding on the Friday so need to head home that day.
Silverdee
27-03-2018, 08:38
No luck in my tennis club ballot so Ticketmaster for me.
Just got centre court for the first Thursday in the public ballot :) first time I have ever got anything. Mad to have not spent a night in a tent to get centre lol
Brilliant Jerry, really pleased for you.
Brilliant Jerry, really pleased for you.
Thanks maud. 3 majors this year :) still going to have a few days in the Q though lol
Silverdee
31-03-2018, 12:49
Someone at my tennis club turned down their ballot tickets so I have been given them! Ladies Final!
themass15
31-03-2018, 13:40
Well done, if it is anything like that day last year, you are in for an amazing day!
JAMES4578
31-03-2018, 14:53
Fab Jerry and Silverdee, have a great time all who have tickets! Suppose still some time for the rest of us, still wondering if LTA Ballot has been done.
themass15
31-03-2018, 15:06
Pretty sure it has been now for tennis clubs, individual I am of the opinion it hasn't been done yet as there is nowhere on social media to suggest it has
roytennisfan
04-04-2018, 12:26
Just got BTM email, been offered 2 for court 2 on Wed 11th, £40 each , guessing that is Juniors and Doubles and/or Hill
themass15
04-04-2018, 12:43
So the individual ones are now going out then. I was offered them by LTA some years ago. Didn't take them up because, as you rightly say, they are doubles/juniors.
themass15
04-04-2018, 12:45
On Facebook that other people have received tickets from LTA
JAMES4578
04-04-2018, 14:29
Personally even if not first choice I'd consider taking days/courts which are doubles/juniors (particularly as haven't been to Wimbledon in recent years), checked site just in case but nothing yet. Can only do Wimbledon or Queen's though. Hopefully some folk will have great tickets from LTA!
supergran
04-04-2018, 14:51
Received e-mail today. Tickets for Centre Court Saturday 14th July. Thinking about it.
themass15
04-04-2018, 14:55
Received e-mail today. Tickets for Centre Court Saturday 14th July. Thinking about it.
I would definitely take them!
Possible chance to see Jamie in the final of the doubles, if the ladies final isn't your thing!
supergran
04-04-2018, 15:16
Possible chance to see Jamie in the final of the doubles, if the ladies final isn't your thing!
The Men's doubles was the first thing I thought of.
Received e-mail today. Tickets for Centre Court Saturday 14th July. Thinking about it.
Congrats. Yellowlivi got court one on 13th July. Don’t think she is going to take them. Nothing for me but I don’t think I can afford another day that I wasn’t planning on being there. So probably for the best lol.
lovetennis
04-04-2018, 16:24
Court 2 on Tues 3rd July. Pretty pleased with that. Should be some good matches on that court that day
themass15
04-04-2018, 16:34
Court 2 on Tues 3rd July. Pretty pleased with that. Should be some good matches on that court that day
Well done! Seems to be a lot of Court 2 tickets being handed out
Court 2 on Tues 3rd July. Pretty pleased with that. Should be some good matches on that court that day
We will be there then, smelling of the queue and camping lol. Congrats x
goldfish
04-04-2018, 20:25
Court 1 on Tuesday 10th for my husband, fentiger and court 1 on Friday 13th for me. Amazing that we both got offers this year. Have already accepted the Tuesday - quite enjoy the outside courts and a relaxing day. Not sure about the Friday ones yet. We also plan to queue on the first Tuesday.
Congrats to all who got BTM tickets today. The BTM ballot seems to have been more productive for forum members than the Wimbledon ballot this year. Looking forward to catching up with some of you on the first Tuesday. :jitterbug:
lovetennis
05-04-2018, 06:06
Seems to be quite a few of us there on 1st Tues. A photo on the Hill might be in order :thumbup:
roytennisfan
05-04-2018, 17:39
So the BTM one is an extra chance this year, the public one and then our club one arranged for 28th June
themass15
05-04-2018, 17:47
That's late for it to take place only 4 days before Wimbledon starts .....
roytennisfan
05-04-2018, 19:15
That's late for it to take place only 4 days before Wimbledon starts .....
Oh my not with it 28th April sorry
angiebabez
06-04-2018, 21:34
So the BTM one is an extra chance this year, the public one and then our club one arranged for 28th June
You can't be in both the club one plus the BTM one. They won't allow it
angiebabez
06-04-2018, 21:38
Got crt 1 first Tuesday & a friend is taking me to crt 1 also on first Friday.. will be queuing rest of days as down the whole first week.
roytennisfan
06-04-2018, 21:39
You can't be in both the club one plus the BTM one. They won't allow it
Must admit that is what I thought, not sure why I got offered in the BTM, will login and check to see my club is clearly still there
angiebabez
06-04-2018, 21:45
Must admit that is what I thought, not sure why I got offered in the BTM, will login and check to see my club is clearly still there
Unless they have changed the rules Roy? With this new tennis team membership....
roytennisfan
06-04-2018, 22:07
Unless they have changed the rules Roy? With this new tennis team membership....
I was wondering that but it didn't make it clear either way in what they told us, just checked and my club is definitely still showing BTW
:confused: it must be a mistake.
supergran
07-04-2018, 11:50
I'm definitely going on the 14th. My son is coming with me. We went a few times together in the 80s when he was in his late teens and early 20s so he's due another visit as he's 51 now.:big grin: Glastonbury always interfered with Wimbledon and when it wasn't on they went on holiday.
You can't be in both the club one plus the BTM one. They won't allow it
I thought this too. When I asked in David lloyd they told me it was one or the other
Got crt 1 first Tuesday & a friend is taking me to crt 1 also on first Friday.. will be queuing rest of days as down the whole first week.
Congrats :) we will see you there! Queuing mon - wed and got centre for Thursday in the PB :)
I'm definitely going on the 14th. My son is coming with me. We went a few times together in the 80s when he was in his late teens and early 20s so he's due another visit as he's 51 now.:big grin: Glastonbury always interfered with Wimbledon and when it wasn't on they went on holiday.
Sounds great Maureen, you guys will have a wonderful time x
Well done to everyone who has tickets. I've not given up all hope yet......
GillyD got court 1 on first Thursday so we’re really happy with that. We’re there whole of first week (Mon-Fri) so hope to see lots of you there, especially Tues by the sound of it. We’ll be queuing that day.
GillyD got court 1 on first Thursday so we’re really happy with that. We’re there whole of first week (Mon-Fri) so hope to see lots of you there, especially Tues by the sound of it. We’ll be queuing that day.
We’ll deffo see you on Tuesday and Thursday then. Congrats to you both :) court 1 first week is great :)
themass15
24-04-2018, 11:17
Still tickets coming out for Wimbledon. Saw someone got Men's Final today. That must be 4th ballot. How can 3 people turn that down??!!
goldfish
24-04-2018, 12:31
Price?
Silverdee
24-04-2018, 13:25
Yes, I thought price might be the reason why someone turned down Ladies Final tickets in our ballot. Either that or perhaps a wedding to go to on the Saturday. Anyway I was lucky recipient!
themass15
24-04-2018, 14:11
Yes, I thought price might be the reason why someone turned down Ladies Final tickets in our ballot. Either that or perhaps a wedding to go to on the Saturday. Anyway I was lucky recipient!
Well done!
Got tickets in the BTM ballot (last week, forgot to post) for first Thursday, Centre Court! First ballot tickets for years for me ... apart from public ballot last year, 3rd round of ballot, no 1 court on final day. I had been there in the first week so turned them down. So happy to have tickets for when I'm going to be there anyway at last!
That's great, Caro - really pleased for you.
RosieBear
01-05-2018, 18:30
Fantastic, Caro! So, so happy for you! (& Gill) Mwahhh xxxx
WimbledonWestie
01-05-2018, 18:44
Brilliant! We need to fly home that day for a wedding or I'd've tried for our club tix for that day. So pleased you got something- and a very good something!
themass15
01-05-2018, 20:07
I have got CC tickets that day through a raffle. Seems to be there is a lot of us going to be on CC that day.
Got tickets in the BTM ballot (last week, forgot to post) for first Thursday, Centre Court! First ballot tickets for years for me ... apart from public ballot last year, 3rd round of ballot, no 1 court on final day. I had been there in the first week so turned them down. So happy to have tickets for when I'm going to be there anyway at last!
We were due to leave Tuesday night but getting tickets for the first Thursday in the ballot decided to stay Wednesday too lol congrats :)
prizzo53144
03-05-2018, 03:43
I was unsuccessful in public and LTA ballot this year. I am thinking of flying over from the U.S. to be there for Manic Monday or Gentlemen's quarters. I'll have to queue overnight, but does anyone have any suggestion how early to start to ensure I get center court for either of those days?
WimbledonWestie
03-05-2018, 05:39
For the Monday ther are often folk queuing from the Saturday. Lunchtime Sunday would be latest I think you could start queuing if you wanted centre court, Experienced queues may have getter advice. I don't think there are show Court tickets available from the queue for men's quarters, I'm sure it's just ground passes. Lots of info re tickets for queue on Wimbledon website.
themass15
03-05-2018, 06:35
Men's quarters (11 July) is the last day the queue operates for tickets on Centre and No. 1. I have never queued for that day but would imagine you would need to start queuing on the Monday. I have phoned a couple of times on the Tuesday and been told there were 1,000 people queuing by 6 p.m. There are 500 tickets for Centre and 500 for No. 1.
I was unsuccessful in public and LTA ballot this year. I am thinking of flying over from the U.S. to be there for Manic Monday or Gentlemen's quarters. I'll have to queue overnight, but does anyone have any suggestion how early to start to ensure I get center court for either of those days?
From experience of last year we got to the queue at around 12.15 on the Saturday before manic Monday. When the queue cards were given we were 483 484 and 485 for Monday. With in 15 minutes or so all centre had gone. The queue was so full that afternoon that I’d imagine court one was gone that evening.
The trouble with quarters is it’s hard to go to the Monday and the quarters. Some people we met on Sunday weren’t coming to manic Monday, they were hanging on for the quarters. In fact some people who got court 1 who were a few tents away decided to give it up and go for centre for quarters.
I can say to gaurantee manic Monday on centre aim for 11.30 on the Saturday. We cut it fine. As for quarters. So many people turn up for that at different times I couldn’t be certain. But i’ve Not met anyone who was able to do Monday and quarters in recent years. When people get back to the queue after Monday night the numbers are very high.
The queue also seems to get more popular each year. In 2016 people getting there a few hours later than we did in 2017 still got centre, whereas we only just got them.
themass15
03-05-2018, 12:12
The queue also seems to get more popular each year. In 2016 people getting there a few hours later than we did in 2017 still got centre, whereas we only just got them.
Weather was bad for several days in 2016 that's why I think the queues were shorter. I got there at 4 a.m. in the first week and got fantastic tickets for Court 1 but the Park was a quagmire!
Yeah in 2016 the queues were bad from the first Sunday until Wednesday when we left. But after that the rains were terrible. They were bad Tuesday night. Our tent was really good but a lot of people got very wet. It thinned the heard.
I had a little check on last year’s figures. So sat 8th was 682 by 2pm and courts c and 1 gone by Sunday. People did think that there was only 100 the queue for the quarters on Sunday at 5 but the cut off for centre on Monday was a lot higher than 500 (660 or so) as many decided to stay for quarters.
So my advice for guaranteeing quarter finals would be no earlier than Sunday evening but no later than monday early evening if you want Centre. The queue for Wednesday was over 900 on Tuesday night (around 9pm) last year, even though it was raining heavily. So Tuesday before 9pm would do for court 1. Of course if the weather is better then there may be more people queueing.
Weather was bad for several days in 2016 that's why I think the queues were shorter. I got there at 4 a.m. in the first week and got fantastic tickets for Court 1 but the Park was a quagmire!
We got there at 4am one day in first week last year, I think it was Weds and were offered no 1 or no 2 court. And the weather was great.
i think it was Wednesday too as we missed the train Tuesday and so got back in the queue at around 11pm after decideing to just have another day there. I was 1375 so should have only been offered court 2 but I was also offered court 1. We declined them both and joined the resale queue instead. I think it was about 28c I know got myself an umbrella so I’d have shade!
prizzo53144
05-05-2018, 04:57
Thank you for all your helpful information. You guys are the absolute best !!!! I've never been in the queue and only spent a few hours EVER at Wimbledon (annoying rain ruined most of the day!!!).
I will get a more firm plan closer to the start of Wimbly, but for now I'm thinking I'll get in the Queue sometime Monday by midday for Wednesday's quarters - Centre Court. Hopefully some will have ability to stream matches in the queue so I can keep track of what's going on.
There are various live score apps you can use.
There are various live score apps you can use.
There will be WiFi in the queue for the first time this year too so you will even be able to watch matches on BBC website, assuming you have sufficient battery power in your phone / tablet.
They will also be accepting card payment at the turnstiles :)
angiebabez
07-05-2018, 08:28
There will be WiFi in the queue for the first time this year too so you will even be able to watch matches on BBC website, assuming you have sufficient battery power in your phone / tablet.
Take a battery booster...it's a must if you are queing ;)
Take a battery booster...it's a must if you are queing ;)
Absolutely! I had one with me last year. I was thinking for those queuing 2 days and missing a whole day's play, I would hate that!
the solar one Liv had was a gem last year. Need to get myself one of those
prizzo53144
10-05-2018, 04:21
From experience of last year we got to the queue at around 12.15 on the Saturday before manic Monday. When the queue cards were given we were 483 484 and 485 for Monday. With in 15 minutes or so all centre had gone. The queue was so full that afternoon that I’d imagine court one was gone that evening.
The trouble with quarters is it’s hard to go to the Monday and the quarters. Some people we met on Sunday weren’t coming to manic Monday, they were hanging on for the quarters. In fact some people who got court 1 who were a few tents away decided to give it up and go for centre for quarters.
Wait, did I read this properly? ... there really were people queuing on Sunday for Wednesday's quarterfinals? So three days and three nights of camping? Do you know what queue card number they were? Hopefully right at the top.
Wait, did I read this properly? ... there really were people queuing on Sunday for Wednesday's quarterfinals? So three days and three nights of camping? Do you know what queue card number they were? Hopefully right at the top.
Yes. Not a lot. But some people just want be sure. The way it works is they don’t know their number exactly for Wednesday as they get a card Sunday evening when they arrived but it’s for Monday. They don’t go in. Then Monday they get s card but it’s for Tuesday, only on Tuesday do they get a card for Wednesday which confirms their number. The way to guess is to ask around who is going in when. The people I spoke to thought they were in the top 50 for Wednesday. So well inside the 500. By that night the estimate was 100. In the queue for Wednesday.
But yes some camped for 3 nights and two full days. Though for the Monday we did 2 nights and 3 full days and nearly missed out. There were people there for Monday who’d arrived late on Friday, so 3 nights and 2 days.its easier when one of the days is the Sunday because you don’t miss any tennis. I would like to queue for the quarters but it means missing two days.
WimbledonWestie
16-05-2018, 18:26
Our tickets arrived today! Makes it more exciting. Up in the Gods- which also men's under the shade, no bad thing with a wedding in the same week! The lobster look wouldn't match my dress!
Tickets arrived today woo hoo :) first time I’ve ever had a ticket without sleeping in a tent, in a queue. So excited :)
themass15
17-05-2018, 13:35
Wonder if mine have arrived. Won't know until I get back from Italy on Monday
Mine didn't arrive yesterday ... maybe it was just public ballot tickets? Mine were from LTA ballot.
Mine didn't arrive yesterday ... maybe it was just public ballot tickets? Mine were from LTA ballot.
Mine arrived today not yesterday
angiebabez
17-05-2018, 16:09
Mine didn't arrive yesterday ... maybe it was just public ballot tickets? Mine were from LTA ballot.
They can come out anytime from now till 2 weeks b4 it starts
WimbledonWestie
17-05-2018, 16:13
Ours are public ballot. That's the earliest I've w we had one, usually I have tennis club ones and they don't tend to come til early to mid June. Sorry if I panicked anyone .
We got our tickets yesterday. Near the net about 5 rows up. Centre Court. Delighted with them.
lovetennis
17-05-2018, 20:50
We got our tickets yesterday. Near the net about 5 rows up. Centre Court. Delighted with them.
Ooooh fabulous tickets Pat, very similar to tickets I've had before. Which side - facing or behind the umpire? I've done both - nice to be near the players at change of ends if you're on that side, but lovely front on view of them if you're on the other side. Either way, they are fab seats.
Ooooh fabulous tickets Pat, very similar to tickets I've had before. Which side - facing or behind the umpire? I've done both - nice to be near the players at change of ends if you're on that side, but lovely front on view of them if you're on the other side. Either way, they are fab seats.
That sounds great Kath. All I know is Royal Box will be on our left, so can't work out where the umpire is....I'm thinking we may be facing umpire's chair? It's the East Open Stand.
WimbledonWestie
17-05-2018, 21:11
Wow! We are up in the gods- row zd opposite the royal box.
That sounds great Kath. All I know is Royal Box will be on our left, so can't work out where the umpire is....I'm thinking we may be facing umpire's chair? It's the East Open Stand.
If the Royal Box is on your left you are opposite the umpire. You will also be in the sun all day (if it's shining) so do remember sun protection and water!
roytennisfan
20-05-2018, 13:47
Wow! We are up in the gods- row zd opposite the royal box.
Unfortunately further up at back (ZF)
WimbledonWestie
20-05-2018, 16:51
Unfortunately further up at back (ZF)
Well at least I now know we aren't in th very back row :laugh:
Unfortunately further up at back (ZF)
Have been in ZF many times. One consolation is that there is a little shelf behind you, handy for perching your Pimm's.
I think I may take a half day at work and join the queue in the afternoon. Done it before on 2nd round and QF days after work and it's been good.
I'd prefer to do second Monday, but think the queue may not be worth it. Anyone have much experience arriving around 1pm on second Monday?
If not I'll go first Wednesday or first Thursday
I think I may take a half day at work and join the queue in the afternoon. Done it before on 2nd round and QF days after work and it's been good.
I'd prefer to do second Monday, but think the queue may not be worth it. Anyone have much experience arriving around 1pm on second Monday?
If not I'll go first Wednesday or first Thursday
I know someone who queued in the afternoon last year and didn't get in till about 7pm. That was in the first week. I would imagine it wouldn't be as busy in the afternoon queue in the second week but don't have any evidence. 2nd 'manic' Monday is always madness in the queue I have heard but again, no experience of this. The only time I have been that day is with tickets.
I think I may take a half day at work and join the queue in the afternoon. Done it before on 2nd round and QF days after work and it's been good.
I'd prefer to do second Monday, but think the queue may not be worth it. Anyone have much experience arriving around 1pm on second Monday?
If not I'll go first Wednesday or first Thursday
I think 1pm should still get you in but there can be a very long wait. Last year there was 8000 before 8am for the second Monday. Following the view from the queue on twitter should give you a good idea about numbers during the tournie. . Other factors that make a difference are of course the order of play and the weather.
traveller7
30-05-2018, 13:47
I have just been offered tickets through the ballot for the last Thursday on No1 court. Anyone been on that day? I know its ladies semi finals day which I probably am not that fussed about over on centre court. Just wondered if I will get decent matches worth the £59 price tag!
themass15
30-05-2018, 15:51
I have just been offered tickets through the ballot for the last Thursday on No1 court. Anyone been on that day? I know its ladies semi finals day which I probably am not that fussed about over on centre court. Just wondered if I will get decent matches worth the £59 price tag!
Could get some good doubles matches. I went that day back in 2007 and saw men's quarters but that was before the roof and there had been a lot of rain that year. The mens' semis took place on the Saturday. My sister went a few years on that Thursday and saw an amazing doubles match. I think it was something like 24-22 in the final set.
A few years ago when England was doing well in the Football World Cup, it was really easy to get into the grounds the day England were in the quarterfinals. If one of the UK coutries does well again it may be worth considering.
patmoren
30-05-2018, 21:03
My friend and I have tickets for centre court on the first Tuesday. Don't know which seats yet though.
My friend and I have tickets for centre court on the first Tuesday. Don't know which seats yet though.
Well done Pat. me and Gill are there that day but we're in the queue.
Still no sign of our tickets for Thursday from BTM ballot. Are others still waiting too?
lovetennis
31-05-2018, 20:30
Well done Pat. me and Gill are there that day but we're in the queue.
Still no sign of our tickets for Thursday from BTM ballot. Are others still waiting too?
I'm still waiting for my 1st Tues Court 2 tickets from the BTM ballot. Was hoping they would have turned up before I go on holiday next week, but no sign of them.
supergran
02-06-2018, 14:18
Well done Pat. me and Gill are there that day but we're in the queue.
Still no sign of our tickets for Thursday from BTM ballot. Are others still waiting too?
I'm still waiting for mine.
Speedy Hawk
11-06-2018, 11:15
No ballot ticket for me :( I have to try my luck ticketmaster 1st Monday on Saturday and Sunday before Monday.
Well done all get ballot ticket. I assume ballot finish by now?
themass15
11-06-2018, 11:17
I think the ballot normally goes on until shortly before the Championships start. I got middle Saturday once in the middle of June so don't give up just yet.
Wimby tickets finally arrived! :cheer::cheer: ... row V so no luck with front rows but everywhere is a decent view on CC.
My tickets for Saturday 7th july center court have arrived and we are in row za section 506! My first visit to Wimbledon in 2013 the seats were in section 504 row z and the view was fantastic! Far back but great view! Anyone been in section 506 before? Hope the view will be as good lol!!
themass15
11-06-2018, 19:58
You get a good view from anywhere up the top. I am only disappointed when I can't see the Royal Box.
traveller7
14-06-2018, 14:20
Yeah seats high up are still good ive been high up both times on centre court still got amazing view and good photos
I paid for my tickets on 6th June and they havent arrived yet :/ how long do they normally take?
Silverdee
15-06-2018, 09:23
Re Wimbledon resales ballot on Monday 18 June:
I got this reply from LTA this morning to my enquiry asking the time ballot opened:
“Thank you for your email to British tennis.
We sadly do not have a time yet for when this offer will go live on Monday.
We will send an email to all British tennis Team members on Monday when it does, also do keep an eye on our website so you are ahead of the game.
Best of luck in the re-sale.”
Well, I often get their emails late and also am off to Queens that day so don’t think I will be able to try my luck in this ballot. Good luck to everyone who tries!
Well I went on about 10 minutes ago to check and it said the sale was live though I didn’t get an email. I checked numerous dates And courts but came up with no tickets available.
Managed to get tickets on Centre Court for first Thursday. Bit of a shame it won't be Federer that I'll see, but delighted. First time at on Centre Court.
Tried and better tried to no avail, and yes Jerry LTA said an email would come with the link, but guess what they got it wrong again. Great at least someone got tickets, congrats to all the lucky ones.
Yeah I saw one murraynator had got Wednesday, Thursday and the women’s final. Don’t know how many people got lucky but congrats to them. I have ballot for Thursday so can’t be greedy plus we are doing the camp and queue thing sun-wed anyway.
Still waiting for my e-mail...
Mine came through just after 1pm seems sale started at 10 ...
Mine too. **** up in a brewery etc. etc.
angiebabez
18-06-2018, 13:23
Got centre first Monday. I really cannot believe it!!! So delighted
themass15
18-06-2018, 13:46
You guys are the lucky ones. I tried across 3 courts for several days without success. Cannot believe someone got 3 lots!
WimbledonWestie
18-06-2018, 15:42
My mail didn't come til after one so didn't see it until well after 3 as had no access while pupils about. Tried for the Tuesday but as I expected nothing available
roytennisfan
18-06-2018, 17:07
Just got court1 for final day so tickets are still being added and it is worth checking
Just got court1 for final day so tickets are still being added and it is worth checking
How many tickets are you able to buy? 2 in total or can you buy 2 tickets for different days? Thanks in advance!
themass15
18-06-2018, 20:07
How many tickets are you able to buy? 2 in total or can you buy 2 tickets for different days? Thanks in advance!
It is 2 tickets per purchase
patmoren
18-06-2018, 20:54
My friend has finally got our tickets for the 1st Tuesday Centre Court Row V Northwest corner.
Sallydaisy
18-06-2018, 22:46
My friend has finally got our tickets for the 1st Tuesday Centre Court Row V Northwest corner.
Might see you (and any other AMFF'ers going) that day - planning to queue for ground ticket.
goldfish
18-06-2018, 22:56
We're planning to queue that day (first Tuesday) and also have tickets for second Tuesday on ct 1. Hopefully will see you there. Seems to be quite a lot of forum folk going on day 2
Might see you (and any other AMFF'ers going) that day - planning to queue for ground ticket.
Will look out for you in the queue Sally, Liz and I will be there that day too.
I'll be there first Tuesday!! CC. Hope to see some of you.
dizzypops
19-06-2018, 21:47
I'll be there first Tuesday!! CC. Hope to see some of you.
Me also - bought yesterday - not sure where my seats are yet!
Sallydaisy
19-06-2018, 21:52
Crikey, there's loads of us going that day!
:strawberry:
lovetennis
19-06-2018, 22:12
Has everyone who got BTM ballot tickets got their tickets? Hoping they are on my doormat when I get home from hols tomorrow
goldfish
19-06-2018, 22:33
Got mine some days ago but can't quite remember when. Hope you find yours on return
We’ll be there first Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday doing the camp and queue then Thursday with the ballot tickets. Queens was ace so next up wimbie
We’ll be there first Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday doing the camp and queue then Thursday with the ballot tickets. Queens was ace so next up wimbie
We are only there first Monday and Tuesday this year as the US Open is taking all the holidays and cash, but can’t wait.
lovetennis
20-06-2018, 17:23
Yippee tickets were waiting for me. Row S, Court 2 (back row but that's ok, the capacity is only 4000) Tues 3rd July.
patmoren
20-06-2018, 21:05
Might see you (and any other AMFF'ers going) that day - planning to queue for ground ticket.
will give you a ring when we get here probably between 11-11.30 depending on the trains!!!!
We are only there first Monday and Tuesday this year as the US Open is taking all the holidays and cash, but can’t wait.
Tell me about it! I’m not going that many days but it’s eaten through my money. Camping is free at least. I think just groundies on the Wednesday. Looking forward to it. We will see you there. And in the US of course. By the D.C. you’ll be sick of the sight of us :) :)
Gill and I are there Mon to Fri of first week. Queuing Tuesday and Friday, tickets Weds and Thurs so hope to see some of you in the queue or in the grounds.
Monday - Gill doesn't arrive till about 11.30 so was REALLY hoping for tickets that day as she will be too late to queue, but nothing in 18th June sale. I was at work so it was really hard to check and I only had my phone. There were tickets showing but none available each time I tried. Will now be relying on back rows on TM but have NEVER got any before and little chance with ***** Fed playing!! Can you still get court 3 on TM does anyone know? Would be more than happy with that, just want to be able to go in. Will be awful being there and not being able to get in!
Yeah some court 3 are put on ticketmaster.
As we will already be in London on the Saturday for queens of the Stone Age and Liv for Harry Potter plays then we are just going to meet up after and then join the queue. Lol. Probably around midnight cheaper than a hotel lol. I doubt we will get centre though as fed fans will prob start arriving early saturday! Last year 11ish got us centre on Monday but that wasn’t fed. Anyway maybe Court 1 though lol
traveller7
21-06-2018, 13:54
I still havent received my tickets 2 weeks after paying for them, I phoned them up on Tuesday and they said they were still sending them out but then later that day I got an email to say about collecting them from Gate 4 with my collection email (which I dont have)?! Very confused!!!
prizzo53144
22-06-2018, 00:07
Tell me about it! I’m not going that many days but it’s eaten through my money. Camping is free at least. I think just groundies on the Wednesday. Looking forward to it. We will see you there. And in the US of course. By the D.C. you’ll be sick of the sight of us :) :)
My buddy and I will be camping (and queuing) for the first time ever next month. Does anyone know how strict they are with enforcing the "Only Two Person Tents" requirement? We only have a 4 person tent.
Any other hints or suggestions for first time campers would be appreciated. Wondering if there's anywhere to freshen up at either in the camp site or on the grounds.
Come to think of it, other than the official Wimbledon queue website, can anyone point me to a site that is worth reviewing to get helpful info?
Speedy Hawk
22-06-2018, 05:41
Ticket master for me try get ticket 1st Monday. Hope I have luck. It easier get 1 single ticket than 2 tickets etc.
Best of luck with TM site, SH!
My buddy and I will be camping (and queuing) for the first time ever next month. Does anyone know how strict they are with enforcing the "Only Two Person Tents" requirement? We only have a 4 person tent.
Any other hints or suggestions for first time campers would be appreciated. Wondering if there's anywhere to freshen up at either in the camp site or on the grounds.
Come to think of it, other than the official Wimbledon queue website, can anyone point me to a site that is worth reviewing to get helpful info?
It really depends how big and what type your tent is. It is far easier to get away with a 4 person igloo style that a tunnel. How strict they are seems to vary. Many three person igloo types don’t even raise an eyebrow. Last year I didn’t see anyone turned away as they set up. What happened instead was those with oversized tents were told that theirs were too big on the day they set up. They played dumb and were allowed to stay that day but told that after they had been in they could only return with s smaller tent. That was on the Sunday. After the went in on the Monday when they returned on the Monday night they had a smaller tent. So even if your tent does get you a warning you usually won’t be thrown straight out. For that your tent would need to be a massive family tent, that can’t sit between the white lines they draw out.
Another deciding factor can be how many are in your tent. Last year a 4 man got away with it for their whole stay because they had 3 people in it. I guess they argued that it was less space than two 2 man tents.
So personally I would take the chance. Based on what I’ve seen. If they complain later you will normally be given a day’s grace. If you are staying did one day’s play then you’ll be fine. If it’s two and you need a new tent you can usually pick them up in the charity shops in the Main Street especially if you are a few days in because people leave them there on the way home. A couple of years ago yellowlivi and I had the smallest tent ever. We didn’t have room to move. The woman staying in the tent next to us gave us hers when she was leaving. She had got it from a charity shop on her way to the queue. Yellowlivi used it that week but as she doesn’t camp any other time when we left she left it with the for charity tents near the luggage storage. It probably went back to the same shop.
When you arrive in the queue, you will see it is very well staffed if you have any questions of problems. The you join you are usually clicked in by someone counting numbers. If you arrive on a day with no play (first Sunday before it starts and middle Sunday) you will join one queue. If you arrive on a day with play eg Monday but aren’t going in until Tuesday they will separate you from those queuing to go in that day.
There are white lines painted on the grass with letters at the top of each one. So you can find your spot when you’ve set up. Once a line starts to fill they tell you to set up your tent with the back of it on the white line and the door facing across to another white line. But not peg it in. Sometimes you then have to carry the tent a little while they make room for them you go forward and back a bit with everyone else. If you arrive on a day with no play ie Sunday the queue cards aren’t given til around 4pm. But if you are curious to your number before then a person with a clicker will have a rough idea.
The tents face each other so all the doors open the same way. But they don’t take up too much of the park so often you will see people getting massive games of cricket etc going when there is no play. There are toilet blocks. Lots of them. Not portaloos but actuall loos with reall sinks. There are also showers in the boating place on. The lake but you have to pay to use them.
Usually there are fast food, Iceesm and coffee vans that pull up. Last year there was also a pizza stall and a few others. You can also have takeaways delivered to the gate just make sure you don’t miss then. Technically you can leave the queue for 30 minutes to get food elsewhere, go to the shops etc. Often people tell those in the tent next door when they are going out for a bit incase stewards ask. Usually you get away with it if you are a little more than half an hour. Last year we told the woman next to us we were heading to the car for our coolbox. We’d been gone around 45 minutes when she text to say the steward had just asked where we were. We got back into the park 10 minutes later do gas been gone for nearly an hour. The Steward just nodded to us and nothing else happened. The people the otherwise were gone for about 90 minutes but people covered for them saying they’d been back and were now in a game of cricket. The main thing they are looking for is people setting up and then spending the day elsewhere or the night. The first year we were there a woman set up her tent at 4 then we saw her at 6 and then not again. By 9pm the stewards had moved her tent out of the queue. She didn’t turn up until the next morning.
People in the queue take it seriously so many will report it if they think you’ve spent the night elsewhere or been gone too long.
My advice would be to try an avoid leaving your the site until you have your queue card just to be sure.
They expect people in the queue to go to bed at 10. Really this means you can’t sit outside your tent much later than that and noise must be kept down. Wake up calls the next morning come between 5-5.30am you get up, get dressed etc and get your tent down. We usually get up before the call so we can go the loo and wash up etc without big queues. Once you are sorted you have to take your tent etc to left luggage. I’d advise joining there before 6.30 as it has happened before that people were queuing to hand in their tents when wrists bands were given out. The left luggage near the camping is meant to close at 7 but usually the queue is so big it doesn’t. If you are behind there is another lefgbkuggage on the way into the golf course. You could get in the queue with your stuff and go to this one.
In the past it had been £5 to store a tent and £1 per additional item. Though if you gave a couple of bags they usually let you tie them together and count them as 1 item. You get a ticket to use to pick these up later.
Once your stuff is handed in use the number in your queue card to find your place in line.
Usually around 7.30 they come down the queu with wristbandsfpr centre, 1 and 2. Roughly if your card number is 500 or below you get your pick. 500-1000 is Court 1 or 2 and 1000-1500 is court 2. Beyond that it’s grounds passes so no wristband. Though depending on the matches sometimes people pick different courts or wait in the queue a day to see their favourite the next day. Sometimes it can be higher. Last year Court 1s were being offered to those with 1700 on their card.
After the day’s play if you are rejoining the queue you can pick your stuff up and head back, usually if it’s after 5 you’ll get handed another queue card in the way past. You can follow the queue on twitter. One year we were in the grounds at 5 and realised if we ran we could get centre the next day based on the numbers. We legged it grabbed our stuff and rejoined. You do have to have your stuff though, so one can’t ahead and wait for the other to get the stuff.
BBQs aren’t allowed around the tents but if you walk to the gardens at the back they are there. There is also a good cafe there. Behind where people bbq. You can have small one burner camping stoves. We usually have the trangia. We also take camping chairs.
The park itself is nice. With the lake and the gardens. It’s a lovely spot. Any other questions as I’ve privably forgot to put stuff down lol let me know :) what days are you camping?
Jerry, thanks for taking the time to give such a detailed description of the workings of the queue. :thanks: It is very helpful to those of us who have never done it. :grass: It is appreciated. :bravo::highfive:
prizzo53144
23-06-2018, 00:17
Jerry, thanks for taking the time to give such a detailed description of the workings of the queue. :thanks: It is very helpful to those of us who have never done it. :grass: It is appreciated. :bravo::highfive:
Could not have said it better myself. Thank you Jerry.
Hope to be able to meet yiu (and others on here!!!) when I'm there.
A couple questions come to mind, but I'll get them all together into one post soon.
Thanks guys, happy to help.
There’s probably stuff I’ve forgot to mention so questions help jog my memory.
As I’ve mentioned earlier you no longer need cash to purchase your tickets once you get to the turnstiles. You can now pay on card which saves carrying cash about. We often take a little picnic blanket into the queue as there’s a lot of stopping and waiting so we have a little sit lol. There are toilets along the queue so you don’t have to go back to the ones near where you camped. There is also a food/drink van along the way too. So if you are like KevD and one coffee fix after you had in your tent won’t see you through until you get into the grounds then the queue passes om the way in.
Don’t lose your queue card. You need it for your band. Also they check them to make sure no one is pushing in. Early on the will then validate it which a hole punch.
This year there will be WiFi in the queue for bough I suspect it will only be as the queue enters the golf course, not when it’s in the park.
themass15
23-06-2018, 12:48
Thanks Jerry didn't know you could pay on card. Did that start last year?
Thanks Jerry didn't know you could pay on card. Did that start last year?
No, this is the first year :)
roytennisfan
25-06-2018, 09:14
Lots of resale tickets now
themass15
25-06-2018, 09:22
I got some for Tuesday, 3 July No. 1 Court
roytennisfan
25-06-2018, 09:34
Ladies final and semi both still available
roytennisfan
25-06-2018, 09:35
I got some for Tuesday, 3 July No. 1 Court
Me too also centre Mon and Sat
roytennisfan
25-06-2018, 09:43
Tue 3rd court1 still available
roytennisfan
25-06-2018, 09:47
Thurs 5th ct1 still available also ladies quarters on 10th
themass15
25-06-2018, 09:57
Me too also centre Mon and Sat
Are you Centre or Court 1 on the Tuesday? I am on Court 2 on the Saturday.
roytennisfan
25-06-2018, 10:01
Are you Centre or Court 1 on the Tuesday? I am on Court 2 on the Saturday.
Court1, no centre ones when i tried
Court1, no centre ones when i tried
I was lucky enough to get two tickets for centre court on the 7th this morning! My mum and aunt will not have to queue now! I got 2 for Saturday centre court via the ballot so we will be able to go together now!! So surprised to get them but happy!! Seems lots still left for court 2 certain days. Could have got some for Friday the 6th (court 2) but might just queue that day! Did the tickets go on sale before 10?
themass15
25-06-2018, 10:36
10 on the dot
There's still first Thursday Court 1 tickets available
roytennisfan
25-06-2018, 12:24
There's still first Thursday Court 1 tickets available
Them ..and others still available
We got manic Monday on court 1 and quarter finals day court 1 :) very excited never been to the quarters before. And for manic Monday last year I had to queue from the Saturday!
So now I’m going with KevD and yellowlivi, in the queue Monday and Tuesday. With just yellowlivi in the queue Wednesday and centre from the ballot on Thursday. Then in week two with KevD on manic Monday and charlie62 on men’s quarters day :) that’s a lot of wimbie :)
themass15
25-06-2018, 14:02
We got manic Monday on court 1 and quarter finals day court 1 :) very excited never been to the quarters before. And for manic Monday last year I had to queue from the Saturday!
So now I’m going with KevD and yellowlivi, in the queue Monday and Tuesday. With just yellowlivi in the queue Wednesday and centre from the ballot on Thursday. Then in week two with KevD on manic Monday and charlie62 on men’s quarters day :) that’s a lot of wimbie :)
Well done! I have a few tickets now so not going to queue.
JAMES4578
25-06-2018, 14:11
Well done all those with more tickets, should have a great time at Wimbledon! It will be TV viewing for me but will enjoy it too :)
traveller7
25-06-2018, 16:33
I still havent got mine through the post yet :(
roytennisfan
25-06-2018, 18:06
I still havent got mine through the post yet :(
From when? Just got the returns I bought last Monday
traveller7
25-06-2018, 18:09
From when? Just got the returns I bought last Monday
I got through them the ballot and bought them on 6th June.
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