How to secure 'bucket list' Wimbledon seats if you missed out on this year's ballot
The Wimbledon ballot may have closed for another year, but there's still one place left to secure 'bucket list' seats in advance if you're quick.
Every summer, thousands of tennis fans descend upon the famous court to watch the prestigious tournament unfold.
Due to enormous demand, the only way to bag tickets once the ballot has closed is to queue at the grounds for last-chance seats... but if you don't fancy waking up at the crack of dawn, we've found another way to snag prime seats for this year's championships.
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From where to buy last-minute debenture tickets to how much they cost, scroll down now to find out everything you need to know.
Where to buy Wimbledon debenture tickets now
On a Reddit thread, tennis fans have been excitedly discussing their debenture tickets for the upcoming tournament.
"It’s a unique experience, no other tennis event comes even close," one wrote. Another shared, "First timer, CC debenture tickets, my ultimate bucket list coming true."
So, how can you get hold of 'bucket list' tickets, and how much do they cost?
At the time of writing this, there are only a few places left to buy official Wimbledon tickets in advance including Seat Unique, Wimbledon Debenture Owners, and the official Wimbledon website.
If you're a Wimbledon fanatic and really want to splash out on the experience, Seat Unique has the option to book VIP Debenture Behind The Server and VIP Debenture Front 5 Rows. tickets. These seats offer 'unparalleled views' of the court, so you won't miss out on any of the action.
As for resale tickets, you'll want to head over to StubHub, where prices start from £1,850.
To avoid ticket scams and ensure a money-back guarantee, always purchase resale tickets through verified sites such as the above.
What are debenture tickets?
If you're new to tennis talk, debenture tickets are the most sought after seats at Wimbledon, with incredible views of the Centre Court or Court 1.
According to the Wimbledon website, there are 2,520 debenture seats on the Centre Court and 1,250 on the No.1 Court, which are within walking distance of Wimbledon's most prestigious restaurants and bars. They are the only Wimbledon tickets that can be resold online.
What is the Wimbledon 2025 schedule?
Wimbledon 2025 will take place from Monday June, 30 to Sunday July, 13 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.
One week before the tournament begins, there are qualifying rounds where players compete to secure a place in the competition.
The tournament will kick off with two days of men's and women's singles, before men's and women's doubles start on Wednesday. On Friday, mixed doubles take place.
As for the Junior Championships (18 and under), the event begins on Saturday, July 5, followed by wheelchair competitors and 14 and under juniors.
You can find out more about the Wimbledon schedule here.
Danielle Fowler