From big screens to sun-soaked pub gardens — this is where to catch all the action this summer.
Wimbledon is nearly back, and soon London will once again be gripped by tennis fever.
Running from 29 June to 12 July 2026, the Championships promises two weeks of world-class action, dramatic rallies and Centre Court showdowns. This year’s tournament is already shaping up to be one of the most talked-about in recent memory, with Serena Williams making a surprise return to the singles competition thanks to a wildcard entry.
There’s also plenty of homegrown talent to get behind. British hopes rest on the likes of Jack Draper, Cameron Norrie, Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter as they look to make their mark on SW19.
If you weren’t lucky enough to secure tickets, don’t worry. Across London, outdoor screens, pub gardens and fan zones are serving up all the action alongside Pimm’s, strawberries and cream, and plenty of summer atmosphere.
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Best places to watch Wimbledon in Central London
New Street Square, City of London
If you’re working in the City during Wimbledon, New Street Square is an easy place to catch the action between meetings or after work.
Throughout the Championships, visitors can enjoy live screenings alongside complimentary Vital Proteins collagen samples and tennis-inspired smoothies served from the Vital Proteins Hydration Bar during the tournament’s final stages.
For more information, visit New Street Square.
Cardinal Place, Victoria
The Garden at Cardinal Place returns with live Wimbledon screenings, deckchairs and a lively fan-zone atmosphere.
Alongside the tennis, expect food and drink pop-ups including cocktails from Rail House Victoria and gelato from Emilia’s. During finals week, Vital Proteins will take over the space with branded deckchairs, flags and complimentary smoothies.
For more information, visit At Victoria London.
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Eccleston Yards, Belgravia
This leafy Belgravia courtyard offers one of the capital’s most stylish outdoor Wimbledon viewing experiences.
Take a seat on a deckchair or picnic bench and order food and drinks from surrounding restaurants, cafes and bars including Atis, Aime Wine Studio and The Jones Family Kitchen.
For more information, visit Belgravia Village.
Covent Garden Market
Few viewing spots can rival the atmosphere of Covent Garden during Wimbledon fortnight.
The iconic Piazza transforms into an open-air viewing area complete with deckchairs and a giant screen, bringing Centre Court drama to the heart of the West End.
For more information, visit Covent Garden.
Portman Square Garden, Marylebone
Summer in the Square combines live Wimbledon coverage with food stalls, family activities and free wellbeing sessions.
It’s an ideal choice for those looking to make a day of it while enjoying some of the biggest matches of the tournament.
For more information, visit Make It Marylebone.
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Best places to watch Wimbledon in South London
The Alexandra, Wimbledon
Less than a 30-minute stroll from the Championships, The Alexandra remains one of the area’s most popular Wimbledon pubs.
Expect outdoor bars, expanded seating areas, live screenings and the recently refreshed Rooftop Loft, perfect for cocktails and tennis in the sunshine.
For more information or to book, visit The Alexandra.
The Clubhouse, London Bridge
Part of London Bridge City’s annual riverside festival, The Clubhouse offers live Wimbledon screenings in a scenic Thames-side setting.
Arrive early to secure a seat and enjoy food and drinks from the surrounding festival traders.
For more information, visit London Bridge City.
The National Theatre, South Bank
Watch Wimbledon against one of London’s most iconic riverside backdrops.
The National Theatre’s free screenings take place outside The Understudy, where visitors can settle in with strawberries and cream and a glass of Pimm’s while watching the action unfold.
For more information, visit South Bank London.
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Best places to watch Wimbledon in East London
Bishops Square, Spitalfields
Spitalfields is screening Wimbledon matches on a giant outdoor screen in Bishops Square throughout the tournament.
Deckchairs, food vendors and nearby bars make this a popular after-work destination for tennis fans.
For more information, visit Spitalfields.
Canada Square Park, Canary Wharf
One of London’s longest-running outdoor screening events, Canary Wharf’s Summer Screens will once again broadcast Wimbledon alongside a packed programme of summer sport.
Bring a picnic blanket, grab refreshments from nearby bars and restaurants and settle in for an afternoon of Centre Court action.
For more information, visit Canary Wharf.
Best places to watch Wimbledon in North London
Everyman on the Canal, King’s Cross
King’s Cross’s picturesque waterside cinema is one of London’s most photogenic places to watch Wimbledon.
Everyman’s Screen on the Canal kicks off its summer season with two weeks of live tennis, accompanied by chocolate-dipped strawberries and sweet treats from the Dream Ice Cream dessert pop-up.
For more information, visit Everyman.
Islington Square, Islington
Deckchairs, strawberries and cream, weekend markets and Centre Court screenings make Islington Square a lively north London viewing spot.
Pop-ups and competitions add to the atmosphere between matches.
For more information, visit Islington Square.
Camden Market, Camden
Camden Market’s Wimbledon pop-up returns to Hawley Wharf, bringing live coverage of every match to Market Place.
With street food, summer drinks and deckchair seating on hand, it’s a great option for casual viewing in the sunshine.
For more information, visit Camden Market.
Best places to watch Wimbledon in West London
Hammersmith Summer Festival, Hammersmith
Now in its 19th year, the Hammersmith Summer Festival once again brings live Wimbledon coverage to Lyric Square.
Free deckchairs and a relaxed community atmosphere make it one of west London’s most popular outdoor screening events.
For more information, visit Hammersmith BID.
The Trafalgar, Chelsea
For those who prefer a traditional pub setting, The Trafalgar on the King’s Road will be showing every Wimbledon match on its newly installed large screens.
The pub is serving a menu of summer spritzes and a special eton mess dessert throughout the Championships, alongside a £5 pint and wine promotion at selected times.
For more information or to book, visit The Trafalgar.
Orange Tree, Richmond
Richmond’s Orange Tree offers a classic pub experience for Wimbledon fans looking to watch the action away from the crowds.
Pair the tennis with seasonal food, drinks and one of southwest London’s most inviting beer gardens for a relaxed day of viewing.
For more information or to book, visit Orange Tree Richmond.
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