From leafy squares to rooftop terraces, London offers plenty of spots to watch Wimbledon in style.
Wimbledon is as much about the occasion as the tennis itself: the Pimm's, the strawberries, the suspended silence before a match point. None of that requires a ticket to the All England Club. Each summer, free outdoor screenings, deckchairs and well-stocked bars pop up across London, turning the capital into one giant fan zone. The tournament runs from Monday 29 June to Sunday 12 July 2026. Below is your guide to the best places to watch.
Centre Court-Yard
Ham Yard Hotel brings Centre Court to the heart of Soho this summer. Positioned at the heart of the action, this venue puts you close enough to feel every serve and volley. Strawberries and cream are on tap throughout, with an afternoon tea menu designed around the tournament to add to the occasion. Screenings run daily from 11am on a walk-in basis, though for prime viewing tables during the finals, you need to book a reservation directly via the Centre Court-Yard at Ham Yard Hotel page.
Portman Square Garden
Portman Square Garden offers one of the best ways to watch Wimbledon in central London. Tucked within one of Marylebone's finest garden squares, the surroundings lend the event an added elegance, the kind of setting Wimbledon was made for. Expect a relaxed but engaged atmosphere, and all the strawberries and Pimm's you could ask for. It is the kind of place where watching sport feels effortlessly refined. Entry is free, and screenings run during the final week of the tournament, from July 7th to July 12th. You can also purchase VIP tickets for the Men's FInal on the 12th for queue-free access.
Covent Garden Market
Covent Garden has long been one of London's most animated public spaces, and during Wimbledon fortnight it raises its game. The Market's open piazza provides a dramatic backdrop for big-screen tennis, with the buzz of the surrounding streets adding to the sense of occasion. It draws a wide and enthusiastic crowd, from dedicated followers of the game to those who simply cannot resist the atmosphere. Experience the communal joy of a match-winning moment here.
Everyman on the Canal
There is something magical about watching Wimbledon with the Grand Union Canal as your backdrop. Screens on the Canal brings a relaxed, neighbourhood energy to the tournament, drawing a loyal local crowd who treat the fortnight as something close to a summer ritual. The waterside setting softens the competitive intensity without diminishing it, making this one of the most enjoyable spots in London to settle in for an afternoon's play. You can enjoy the screening with extravagant sundaes along with fresh strawberries and melted chocolate. No booking is required, you can come early, find a good spot, and let the canal do the rest.
For a closer look at what SW19 has to offer beyond the tournament, our full area guide covers the neighbourhood, its heritage, and its lasting appeal.
Source: This article draws on the local area expertise, neighbourhood knowledge and lifestyle insights of Foxtons. With decades of experience across the capital, Foxtons combines property expertise with an in-depth understanding of the places, events and seasonal traditions that shape life in London.
