Where to watch Wimbledon 2018 tennis in London

It’s that time of year again. Get the Pimm's chilling and the strawberries and cream at the ready because Wimbledon will be taking over our screens for the best part of July.

If you can't make it to the courts themselves, here’s a round up of the best places to watch Wimbledon in London, listed in no particular order.

Murray Mound, Wimbledon

​The Aorangi Terrace – add that to your pub quiz knowledge – gets almost as oversubscribed as the courts themselves, so be sure to arrive early ahead of any match you’re hoping to catch. Murray may be out of sorts this year, but it's still a top viewing spot.

Wimbledon, SW19 ​

Bluebird, Chelsea

The West London hot spot is about to become even more popular. Bluebird on King's Road will show all the action on a giant outdoor screen in the courtyard. Rise to the occasion with a glass of Pimm's or champagne and indulge in the restaurant's cafe and BBQ menu. There’s even an exclusive three course set menu to sink your teeth into for the men’s finals on July 15.

350 King's Road, SW3 5UU, bluebird-restaurant.co.uk

Skylight, Tobacco Dock

What better way to enjoy Wimbledon than in a bar themed around a British lawn club? There will be both indoor and outdoor screens to watch the matches unfold on, so whatever the weather, you’re sorted. If you want to take a break from the match, why not treat yourself to a game of Pétanque or croquet on the rooftop?

Tobacco Dock, E1W 2SF, skylightlondon.com​​

St Katharine Docks, Wapping

St Katharine Docks will be screening the Wimbledon matches on a screen that floats in the dock itself. Simply sink into a deck chair or bean bag and watch the live action unfold.

St Katharine Marina, E1W, skdocks.co.uk

Cardinal Place, Victoria

The roof garden on top of Cardinal Place shopping centre will be screening the tournament throughout July. Simply pack a picnic and enjoy the action while eating al-fresco on the lawn.

1 Victoria Street, SW1E 5JD

Summer of Love Film Festival, King’s Cross

The King's Cross screens are back and this year they're in association with the Summer of Love Film Festival which will show open-air films after the tennis. Grab a deck chair or perch on the "grassy" steps by Regent's Canal for a more authentic Wimbledon feel. There will also be street food from KERB and a bar serving up Pimm's, prosecco, beers and soft drinks.

Granary Square, N1C, kingscross.co.uk

Paddington Central

Looking for a way to spend your Saturday? How about a walk down by Little Venice before heading to Paddington Central to catch a game? They're tight lipped on details, so check in on their website for the match schedule. Nice spot, though.

Sheldon Square, W2, paddingtoncentral.com​

Merchant Square, Paddington

Pull up a deck chair on the lawn and enjoy the games on Merchant Square’s big screen. If you want a refreshment, simply grab one at the bar and treat yourself to some food, available on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Paddington, W2, merchantsquare.co.uk​

London Bridge City

What better to watch the tennis than against a stunning backdrop of Tower Bridge and the Thames? Tennis screenings will take place in the outdoor amphitheatre at the Summer by the River Festival at London Bridge City.

2A More London Riverside, SE1 2DB, londonbridgecity.co.uk​​

Bentley's Oyster Bar & Grill, Mayfair

London institution Bentley's is best known for its oysters and dining at the bar, but during Wimbledon, the pop-up Perrier Jouet terrace is most definitely the place to be. They've popped up a huge screen and there's room for more than 50. You'll eat and drink well here: there's a reason Bentley's is 102-years-old and still going strong.

11-15 Swallow St, W1B, bentleys.org​

Flat Iron Square

The big screen is making a return to SE1 for Flat Iron Square’s Summer of Sport, showing both Wimbledon and the World Cup. There will also be an indoor screen as well as a selection of smaller screens dotted about, so there’s no way you can miss any of the games. Grab a spot in the courtyard and tuck into some grub from the eclectic food traders that surround it. As well as the four bars on site, there will also be pop-up wine bar from Tap & Bottle.

68 Union St, SE1 1TD flatironsquare.co.uk​

Cinnamon Kitchen, Devonshire Square

There will be an outdoor screen will be on offer in the garden as well as an indoor one for those trying to keep out the sun. As for the food, they’ll be offering set menus for the tennis, much like their World Cup menus.

​9 Devonshire Square, EC2M 4YL, cinnamon-kitchen.com

Secret Garden, South Place Hotel

South Place Hotel’s Secret Garden will have the matches screened and the drinks free-flowing, so you can watch the tennis in a beautiful botanical surrounding. For the final on July 15 South Place Hotel will offer Wimbledon themed cocktails, a pot of strawberries and cream and strawberries and cream flavoured popcorn.

3 South Place, EC2M 2AF, southplacehotel.com

Coq D'Argent, the City

Throughout the tournament, this famous French restaurant is showing the matches on a screen on the terrace, which has terrific views over the city, so if the matches themselves are a little dull, you won't be short of things to look at.

1 Poultry, EC2R 8EJ, coqdargent.co.uk​

Here East

Here East are hosting the matches on a big screen in the Yard and there's plenty of food and drink to keep your strength up. There’s all going all out for the finals and offering guests sweet treats such as strawberries and cream.

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, E15 2GW, hereeast.com​

St James's Market

St James's Market will be screening the full two weeks of tennis on a giant screen in their newly finished courtyard. They will also be decking the space out with Wimbledon themed decor, plus the restaurants in St James's Market will be serving up special food offers for the event

Regent Street, SW1Y 4AH, stjameslondon.co.uk

Neverland at Fulham Beach Club

Fulham Beach Club will be showing the Wimbledon finals on 14-15 July, plus there’s even free entry for anyone who braves it in an all white tennis kit outfit. Otherwise, it’s £10 entry on Saturday and £5 on Sunday and the ticket covers a free glass Pimm's before 2pm and there will be enough strawberries and cream to give you a toothache.

364 Wandsworth Bridge Rd, SW6 2TY, neverlandlondon.com​​

Wellbourne Brasserie

As well as massive screen showing the matches, this spot will be offering a Serve and Volley deal, giving you free strawberries and cream with any bottle of fizz that’s ordered. Naturally there will be Pimm’s too. Enjoy a beverage alfresco on their 80-seater dining terrace.

195 Wood Ln, W12 7FQ, wellbourne.restaurant/whitecity

Tibits

For any tennis-lover that can't make it to Murray Mound, Tibits have created their own lawn on the terrace with a big screen to watch Wimbledon. Tuck into vegetarian and vegan dishes galore and enjoy the on-screen action at their Heddon Street venue.

12-14 Heddon St, W1B 4DA, tibits.co.uk

Plate

To get in the quintessentially British spirit, Plate is hosting a Wimbledon-themed afternoon tea with inventive treats including a green apple tennis macaron and a SW19 Pimm's eclair. It will also be showing the matches on TVs in both the restaurant and the bakery.

151-157 City Rd, EC1V 1JH, platecatering.co.uk​

The Hamptons at Regent's Place and Broadgate

An all-American pop up bar will be at Regent's Place and Broadgate during Wimbledon. The bar (named after the popular holiday hotspot) will offer a variety of drinks which can be enjoyed on the deck chairs. There will also be live music and cocktail masterclasses for those less interested in the tennis.

Exchange Square, EC2A 2EH, broadgate.co.uk

The Refinery Bankside

The Refinery in Borough will host a large English garden-inspired outside area showing live coverage of all the tennis matches. In the spirit of all things British, they'll also have a Pimm's-themed afternoon tea and lashings of the spirit of course.

110 Southwark St, SE1 0TF, drakeandmorgan.co.uk/the-refinery-bankside

HUSH

Mayfair's HUSH have launched their vibrant summer courtyard and they will screen all the tennis action throughout the tournament. Decorated with brightly coloured fans and pom pom hanging garlands this unique viewing spot is incredibly Instagrammable.

8 Lancashire Ct, W1S 1EY, hush.co.uk