An eclectic mix of old and new, a visit to the vibrant South West London town of Wimbledon is a must.
Read on and take your pick of paths to follow, maximise your visit and experience the array of different events, leave no stone unturned.
Tennis The Championship
For the past 100 years the area has been known as the Home of Wimbledon Tennis championships, (the first Lawn Tennis Championship taking place in July 1877) has bought International fame to Wimbledon.
Wimbledon is undoubtedly home to the world’s greatest tennis championships and Wimbledon is considered the world's premier tennis tournament and the priority of the Club is to maintain its leadership.
Every year the Wimbledon fortnight attracts an attendance of around 450,000 people.
The patron of the club is Queen Elizabeth II, and the President is The Duke of Kent.
The All-England Club, based at Church Road, London, England, is a private members' club. It still operates as a members' tennis club with 375members, many of whom are past Wimbledon singles champions. The club operates throughout the year with many courts in use all year round, although it is best known as the venue for the Wimbledon Championships, which hosts the only Grand Slam event still held on grass. For this reason the Championships are different from the other Grand Slams because they are played on grass courts and all the players are required to wear white.
New Wimbledon Theatre
Wimbledon Theatre has been a part of Wimbledon Broadway since 1910.
The theatre has gone from strength to strength and is now known as having a well deserved reputation as a first class theatrical venue in South West London.
The Grade II listed building has a beautiful auditorium, which can sit over 1,500 guests over three levels. It is able to host many different productions to include musicals, operas, ballets and of course the Christmas Pantomime every year.
The Theatre has a wonderful history of some of the most well known names performing, from Dirk Bogarde to Tommy Steele who starred in such classics as ‘Oliver’ and ‘Half a Sixpence’. In 2008 for his 60th birthday in aid of the Princes Trust, The Prince of Wales came to see the late Robin Williams and Joan Rivers performing in ‘We are Most Amused’.
Pantomimes are an integral part of theatre life and a must see. Every year at Wimbledon they produce and perform outstanding pantomimes, where many well known actors, actresses and people in the entertainment business can be seen making their acting debuts.
A night at the theatre is an occasion very much enjoyed by all, young or old, there is always something for everyone whether you prefer a comedy, a musical or the famous pantomimes, it really is well worth an afternoon or evening of your time.
Football
Polka Theatre
Wimbledon Football Club was established in 1977, rising to fame by winning the FA Cup in 1988 against Liverpool. Being relocated to Milton Keynes in 2002 the fans founded a replacement club the semi professional AFC Wimbledon
For the perfect children’s entertainment look no further than The Polka Theatre
The venue is exclusive for children up to 13 years, where a fun enjoyable time will be had by all, children and parents alike...
You can just come and watch a show and there are lessons and workshops to participate in.
Greyhound racing
Visit Wimbledon Stadium enjoy an evening at the races with dinner included.
Motorcycle Speedway
Stock car racing dating back to 1928. Come and experience first hand