Take a remarkable multi-dimensional tour of the traditions,
triumphs, sights and sounds that have made Wimbledon the most
coveted title in tennis and explore the game's evolution from a
garden party pastime to a multi-million dollar professional sport:
with interactives, touch screens, and audioguides people of all
ages can experience the artistry and athleticism of modern
tennis.
Highlights include:
- The Championship Trophies
- A "ghost" of John McEnroe
- 200° Cinema capturing the Science of Tennis
- Film and video footage of the most memorable and exciting
tournament matches
- Treasures from the first Championship to the most recent,
including donations from Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams in
2010
- CentreCourt360, the viewing experience of Centre Court which is
open outside of the tournament period
The Museum won the Gold Award from Visit London as the Best
Tourism Experience in London in 2006 and was Highly Commended in
the European Museum of the Year awards 2008
Admission: Adult £11.00.
Not valid for guided tour of the grounds.
Opening Times: Daily 10.00-17.00. Last entry
16.15. From 18 Jun-15 Aug opening & closing times vary,
check website before travelling.
Visit Time: 1 hour.
Telephone: 020 8946 6131.
County: London
Dates: until 31/10/2012
Accessible facilities...
Facilities include full disabled access to the Museum. The audio
guide headsets work with the induction loop setting on hearing
aids, we have a more richly described tour for the partially
sighted, and we also have hand held sets with a screen which
interpret the Museum using UK Sign for the profoundly deaf. For
more information please telephone the number shown above.
Further Information
Address: Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum, Museum Building, AELTC,
Church Road, London SW19 5AE.
Nearest Stations: Southfields, Wimbledon.
Nearest Bus Route: 493.
Rail Company:
All
Destination Station:
London