Name: Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum
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Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum

Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum, Church Road, London, UK

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Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum is the largest tennis museum in the world. The museum was inaugurated at The Championships centenary event in 1977. On 12 April 2006, The Duke of Kent declared the brand new Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum open to the public inside the grounds of the All England Lawn Tennis Club.

Experience the history and traditions of The Championships at Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum. Get up close to the famous trophies, feel the fabrics of tennis fashions from the Victorian period, test your skills on the Batak wall and learn about how The Championships has developed since 1877.

Prices starts from £15.00 for Adults and £10.00 for Children. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Host birthday parties: No

Features

The Museum: Experience the history and traditions of The Championships at Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum. Get up close to the famous trophies, feel the fabrics of tennis fashions from the Victorian period, test your skills on the Batak wall and learn about how The Championships has developed since 1877.
The Tour: Our award-winning behind-the-scenes tour of the Grounds is the perfect way to see this world-famous site. Expertly led by a friendly Blue Badge Guide, you’ll see the facilities used by the world’s best tennis players as well as broadcasters, learn how Wimbledon’s distinctive grass is cared for and how the site has changed and improved each year.
Tours of the Grounds: The Tour of the Grounds takes about 90 minutes. The route includes many steps which some might find challenging. We have made arrangements by providing level access routes throughout the Tour, with accessible facilities. However, please be aware that the tour route is 90 minutes and while the route offers level access, it is granulated due to the hilly terrain of the grounds.
Explore the Collection: Discover the history of lawn tennis and see it evolve from a popular pastime to the world class sporting tournament that is The Championships. Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum cares for over 40,000 objects in its collection – ranging from tennis equipment, fashion, decorative arts to ephemera and photography. The Museum is complemented by the Kenneth Ritchie Wimbledon Library, the largest tennis Library in the world.
Museum Exhibition: Showcasing 148 years of tradition and heritage, the exhibition offers visitors an interactive journey through the rich culinary traditions of The Championships. Through sights, sounds, and smells, guests have the opportunity to experience Wimbledon, all year-round.
What's On For Families: Welcome to Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum, the world’s largest tennis museum! Our collection contains over 50,000 objects which tell the story of the history of lawn tennis; from its origins as a trendy Victorian pastime to the world class tennis tournament that is The Championships.
Early Years at Wimbledon: Do you live in Merton or Wandsworth and have children under the age of 5? Our first ever Early Years Programme offers families a unique opportunity to discover the magic of Wimbledon through storytelling, singing, movement and arts and crafts.
New in the Museum: Two-time Wimbledon Champion Sir Andy Murray has got lost in the crowds! Play our new interactive game and search for him in iconic locations around the Grounds at The Championships.
Family Multimedia Guide: With new added stops, we have a Multimedia adventure for our family visitors. On your journey you will get the chance to invent your own sport, create a signature Wimbledon ice cream, and even mow the Centre Court grass. But most importantly, you must help Ella the Engraver to find the lost pieces of the Challenge Cup around the Museum before it’s too late! Are you ready?
Family Activity Trail: Our resident bird scarer, Rufus the Hawk, has escaped Centre Court and is on the loose in the Museum! Can you spot him? Follow the clues to meet some famous faces and learn about the story of Wimbledon.

Facilities

Parking: A Championships Park & Ride service is available at Morden Park (located on the A24, postcode SM4 5QU) charged at £20 for standard cars/minibuses or £10 for fully electric vehicles.
Food & Drinks: The Wingfield Cafe is separate from the Museum Building and is generally reached by external steps. Alternative lift access is provided for wheelchairs, buggies and for those who find steps difficult.
Toilets: All toilets, including accessible toilets and baby changing facilities, are accessible via a lift.

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Museum & Tour

Adult: £32
Child (aged 5-15): £22
Under 5s: Free
Concession (including Senior Citizens): £28

Museum

Adult: £15
Child (aged 5-15): £10
Under 5s: Free
Concession (including Senior Citizens): £13

Pricing URL: https://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/visit_and_tickets/plan_your_museum_visit.html

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum and Wimbledon Shop are open daily.
From April to September, visiting times are from 10:00 - 17:30 and from October to March, visiting times are from 10:00 - 17:00.

Address: Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum, Church Road, London, UK

Post Code: SW19 5AE

Council: Merton

County: Greater London

By bus: The 493 bus service links Wimbledon Station (South West Trains, London Underground District line, Tram Link) and Southfields Station (London Underground District line) to the Museum.
By car: There is no public car parking available on site. Provision is made for Blue Badge holders on a first come first served basis. For further information, please email museum@aeltc.com or call +44 (0) 208 879 5600 .
By bike: Bike racks are available outside the museum.
By London Underground: Southfields Underground Station on the District line is the closest Underground station (15-minute walk).
Parking: A Championships Park & Ride service is available at Morden Park (located on the A24, postcode SM4 5QU) charged at £20 for standard cars/minibuses or £10 for fully electric vehicles.