Where to celebrate Wimbledon this summer

It’s that time of year when restaurants, hotels and venues across the country turn their attention to the sporting spectacle of the summer; Wimbledon. The champagne flows, Pimm’s is poured and strawberries and cream are a seasonal staple. As Wimbledon smashes onto our screens this weekend, tennis fans are already being promised a tournament of tensions. Whether you’re cheering on British hopeful Emma Raducanu, betting on defending men’s champion Sinner, or enjoying the return of the Williams sisters — we’ve rounded up London’s ace places to eat, drink, and watch the nail-biting action.Centre Court-Yard at Ham Yard
For a vibrant and leafy viewing destination, Ham Yard’s annual ‘Centre Court-Yard’ is a Soho must-visit. With the restaurant’s courtyard transformed into Championship haven. Matches will be shown daily on a large LED screen, while themed refreshments will include the traditional strawberries and cream, a playful picnic afternoon tea, or seasonal cocktails inspired by the lesser-known Pimm’s Cup. Built around different base spirits and reimagined for modern tastes, Ham Yard’s offering includes the Beach Cup No.1 with Papa Salt gin, Suze and basil, the Mexican Cup No.7 with Arette Blanco tequila, mango and guava, and the alcohol-free Strawberry & Cream No.0 with Everleaf Mountain and homemade strawberry cream soda, served with a mini scone.Orion x Lanson Champagne
An absolute Wimbledon mecca, Wimbledon-based Orion is pulling out all the stops for this year’s sporting sensation. Partnering with Lanson Champagne, the Official Champagne of The Championships, exclusive offerings include a three-course pairing menu, with Lanson’s premium Champagnes, and daily Oyster & Champagne Happy Hour. Live match screenings, extended opening hours, and a dedicated breakfast and brunch offering make it the perfect place to celebrate — morning, noon, and night. Or, for those heading to watch the action live, a street-side service of strawberries and cream, lobster rolls and Pimm’s, plus a limited-edition Wimbledon Hamper add a fun celebratory sense to the quintessentially British experience.Enjoy a suite sleepover at 1 Hotel Mayfair
If you’re looking for a suite staycation, 1 Hotel Mayfair is offering an exceptional overnight experience with its Tennis on the Terrace viewing experience. Available in any of the hotel’s signature suites, including the beautiful Garden Terrace Penthouse, guests can enjoy a private Pimm’s bar accompanied by quintessential summer fare, from British BBQ classics to simple strawberries and cream. Guests can tailor the experience to their wishes, watching defending champions fight their way back to the fabled Wimbledon finals with sweeping views of the London skyline.Upstairs at Langan’s Brasserie
For a weather (and heat) -proof, Wimbledon viewing experience, Langan’s Brasserie is opening the doors to its elegant Mayfair’s members club to showcase the tennis tournament. Alongside the action, guests can enjoy a specially curated menu featuring tennis-inspired cocktails including the Sidecourt Sour, made with The Lakes Vodka, green chartreuse, matcha, lemon and egg white, and Pretty in Pink, combining The Lakes Gin, Mozart coconut liqueur, strawberry and oat. Drinks are complemented by a tempting Eton Mess dessert, with Pimm’s strawberry compote and vanilla Chantilly.

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