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Getting Around the Grounds - The Championships

The All England Lawn Tennis Club, Church Road, Wimbledon, London, SW19 5AG

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Getting Here

  • By Road View
    • The Championships are held at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, which is located at: The All England Lawn Tennis Club, Church Road, Wimbledon, London SW19 5AE.
      Please use SW19 5AG and SW19 5AF to locate the AELTC via Sat-Nav.
      All visitors are strongly advised to use public transport services wherever possible.
    • The car parks are numbers 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 10, they are located on Wimbledon Park Road, Church Road and Somerset Road.
      Blue Badge Parking is available in car parks 6 and 10.
      There are designated Blue Badge drop off points located on Somerset Road outside Gate 13 and on Wimbledon Park Road outside Gate 1.
      A Park and Ride scheme is available (06:30-23:00) at Morden Park.
      The park and ride stop at The Championships is located on the corner of Somerset Road and Marryat Road.
      For more information about pre booking please click here (opens in new tab)
      For more information about Blue Badge parking in car parks 6 and 8, please click here (opens in new tab)
  • By Bus View
    • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
    • During The Championships there are dedicated bus services running from Wimbledon Station and Southfields Underground Station.
      The bus stop for buses from Wimbledon Station are located on Somerset Road.
      The bus stops for buses from Southfields Underground Station are located on Church Road.
  • By Train View
  • By Underground View
    • The nearest underground station is Wimbledon and Southfields.
    • Both Wimbledon and Southfields underground stations have step free access.
      There is a dedicated bus service from Wimbledon Station to Somerset Road.
      There are dedicated bus services from Southfields Underground Station to Church Road.
      There are dedicated walking routes from both stations to The Championships with clear signage.
    • For more information on Planning Your Journey please click here (opens new tab).
  • By Tram View
    • The nearest tram stop is Wimbledon.
    • There is a dedicated bus service from Wimbledon Station to Somerset Road.
      There are dedicated walking routes from the station to the Championships with clear signage.

Getting Help and Assistance

  • For the Wimbledon accessibility guide please click here (new tab).
  • There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
  • There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
  • The alternative formats documents can be provided in include: large print on request.
  • There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
  • Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
  • There are not mobility aids available.
  • There is a designated place of safety which can be used by people who may feel scared or at risk.
  • Next to court no.12.
  • Please see below the Easy Access Map for Wimbledon

    Easy Access Map.
  • At Wimbledon they understand that not all disabilities are visible, and the staff recognise that those wearing a Sunflower Lanyard may need additional assistance or support during their visit. If you have any special requirements then please get in touch with Wimbledon in advance to ensure they can make your day as comfortable as possible.

Parking, Bus Stops and Drop Off

The Queue

  • The queue begins in Wimbledon Park.
  • On arrival visitors will be given a queue card, which is numbered to show their position in the queue.
  • The queue is long but the amount of time queuing will vary.
  • The path has a plastic mat surface.
  • There are toilet and refreshment facilities along the route.
  • For visitors who require assistance staff can transport them to the waiting area, near to the ticket structure, where they can wait until their queue card number is called.
  • There is a slight slope into the ticketing area.
  • The ticketing desks are height adjustable.
  • There is a slight slope to exit the ticketing area.
  • There is a family room located after the ticketing area.
  • There is stepped access to the family room.

Gate 1

  • Gate 1 is located on Church Road.
  • Gate 1B and 1C are for ticket holders.
  • The gate is 82cm wide.
  • The gate opens away from you.
  • The gate is permanently held open.
  • After entering turn left on to the Canyon path or forward to the North East Hall entrance.

Gate 3

  • Gate 3 is accessed via the queue, which should be joined in Wimbledon Park.
  • Mobility access is provided by buggy via the Search facility to entry point at Gate 3 (in strict queue order, although a dedicated covered waiting area is provided for wheelchair users and their companions).
  • Gate 3 is located on Church Road.
  • Gate 3 is for non ticket holders.
  • The nearest tube station is Southfields, approximately 1370m away.
  • The surface around the gate is tarmac becoming block paving in front of the kiosks.
  • The pedestrian access gate is 2m wide.
  • The pedestrian access gate opens away from you.
  • The pedestrian access gate is permanently held open during The Championship hours.
  • There is an easy slope leading from the gate to the kiosks.
  • Kiosks 1 and 20 have a widened entrance with a lowered counter shown in photo 5.
  • The widened entrance is 89cm wide.
  • The standard kiosks have entrances 50cm wide.
  • After exiting turn right onto the pathway
  • After approximately 14m the surface changes from block paving to tarmac.
  • After approximately 30m turn left and cross the pathway on to the South West Hall ramp.

Gate 5

  • The entrance to Gate 5 is level.
  • The surface is smooth tarmac.
  • The gate is permanently held open.
  • The gate is 160cm wide.
  • There is a security bag search immediately inside this gate.

Gate 7

  • The access to Gate 7 is level access.
  • The gate is located off Church Road.
  • The surface is smooth tarmac.
  • The gate is permanently held open.
  • The gate is 160cm wide.
  • There is a security bag search immediately inside this gate.

Gate 11a

  • The access to Gate 11a is step-free.
  • The gate is located off Somerset Road.
  • The surface is smooth tarmac.
  • The gate is permanently held open.
  • The gate is 240cm wide.
  • There is a security bag search immediately inside this gate.

Gate 12

  • The access to Gate 12 is step-free.
  • The gate is located off Somerset Road.
  • The surface is smooth tarmac.
  • The gate is permanently held open.
  • The gate is 240cm wide.
  • There is a security bag search immediately inside this gate.

Gate 13

  • The access to Gate 13 is step-free
  • The gate is located off Somerset Road.
  • The surface is smooth tarmac.
  • The gate is permanently held open.
  • The gate is 480cm wide.
  • There is a security bag search immediately inside this gate.

Related Access Guides (Around the Grounds - Maps)

Ticket Office(s)

  • The accessible resale ticket office is located between Centre Court and No.1 Court, opposite the order of play board.
  • The ticket office(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access to the ticket office(s).
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the ticket office(s).
  • The lighting levels at the ticket office(s) are good.
  • The height of the ticket office(s) is/are medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the ticket office(s).
  • There is a low section at the ticket office(s) with a height of 76cm or below.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the low section(s) of the ticket office(s).
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section(s) of the ticket office(s).
  • The clear knee recess at the ticket office(s) has/have the recommended dimensions of 70cm (height) x 50cm (depth).
  • The ticket office(s) is/are staffed.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at some of the ticket offices.
  • The hearing assistance system(s) is/are fixed.
  • The hearing assistance system(s) is/are signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the system.
  • There is a ticket collection office located next to Gate 5.
    The ticket collection office has a lowered counter with a clear knee recess.
    There are ticket resolutions counters located off Church Road, before entering the grounds near Gate 1.
    There is a lower level window available. There is a ticket resolution desk next to Gates 3 and 7.
  • Resale tickets for the designated seating areas are available from The Championships Ticket Office in the Gate 3 Piazza.

Accessibility Kiosk

  • The Accessibility Kiosk is located next to Centre Court South West Hall entrance.
  • There is step free access to the Kiosk.
  • There is a member of staff at the kiosk to provide assistance.
  • There is short, steep slope into the kiosk.
  • There are information boards and maps of the grounds.

The Tea Lawn and Gate 3 Piazza

  • The Tea Lawn and Gate 3 Piazza area is located along the east side of the grounds.
  • Centre Court and No.1 Court can be accessed from the Tea Lawn and Gate 3 Piazza path.
  • There is step-free access along the Tea Lawn/Long Bar Path.
  • The surface of the paths varies between tarmac and block paving.
  • During The Championships the concourse may become congested.
  • There is clear signage to the Tea Lawn.
  • There is bench seating located at regular intervals.
  • There is an slight slope located next to the Champagne Bar.
  • The slope overcomes the steps.
  • The steps are located next to the Wingfield Restaurant and Long Bar.
  • There are 10 steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The Fred Perry Statue is located on the Tea Lawn on the north east corner of Centre Court.
  • The Wimbledon Museum and Shop is located on the Gate 3 Piazza opposite the north east corner of Centre Court.
  • The Championship Information Kiosk is located on the Gate 3 Piazza next Court 17, there is a short, steep slope to access the kiosk.
  • There are information and map posts located at either end of the Tea Lawn.
  • The Wimbledon Express Shop is located on the Gate 3 Piazza in front of Court 17, there are 3 steps to access the shop.
  • The order of play information board is located on the Gate 3 Piazza in front of Court 17.
  • The Tea Lawn and Gate 3 Piazza gives access to the South Concourse, North Concourse, Arbour Walk, and Parkside.

St Mary's Walk

  • St Mary's Walk is located along the west side of the grounds.
  • Centre Court, No.1 Court, No.3 Court, Court 4, Court 8, Court 14 and Court 18 can be accessed directly from St Mary's Walk.
  • There is step free access along St Mary's Walk.
  • The surface of the paths varies between tarmac and block paving.
  • During The Championships the concourse may become congested.
  • There is clear signage to the South Grounds.
  • There is bench seating located at regular intervals.
  • There is a very easy slope located on St Mary's Walk between No.3 Court and Court 4.
  • There is steep slope along St Mary's Walk located next to Court 18.
  • There are 15+ medium steps located along St Mary's Walk on the south west corner of Centre Court.
  • There is an accessible route that can be used to overcome the steps which includes a lift.
  • A member of staff can provide assistance or directions to the route if needed.
  • For more information about the lift please see the lift section below.
  • The Championship Information Kiosk is located on the south west corner of Centre Court.
  • There is an ice cream kiosk located on the north west corner of Centre Court.
  • There is step free access to the kiosks.
  • The height of the kiosks is medium.
  • There are drinking fountains and bottle refill stations located on the north west corner of No.3 Court, the north east corner of Centre Court and on the north west corner of Court 18.
  • St Mary's Walk gives access to the Southern Grounds, South Concourse, North Concourse, Arbour Walk and Aorangi Terrace.

St Mary's Walk - Accessible Route

  • The accessible route is located on the south west corner of Centre Court.
  • The route overcomes the 15+ steps located along St Mary's Walk.
  • There is clear signage on St Mary's Walk and South Concourse to the route.
  • The entrance on the corner of St Mary's Walk and South Concourse is double width.
  • The door width is 155cm.
  • The door opens towards you automatically.
  • The door is push pad operated.
  • The height of the push pad is 90cm.
  • The entrance on St Mary's walk is double width.
  • The door width is 190cm.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • There is a member of staff located at both entrances during The Championships to provide assistance if required.
  • The lift is located just off St Mary's Walk.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The lift accesses the level change.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
  • There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
  • The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is good.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is poor.
  • The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the lift are 155cm x 140cm (5ft 1in x 4ft 7in).
  • There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
  • There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
  • The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
  • The lift does not have an audible announcer.
  • The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
  • There is a hearing loop system.
  • The lift does not have Braille markings.
  • The lift does have tactile markings.
  • The lighting levels in the lift are good.

South Concourse

  • The South Concourse is located between Centre Court and No.3 Court and Courts 4-11.
  • There is step free access along the South Concourse.
  • The surface of the path is tarmac.
  • During The Championships the concourse may become congested.
  • There is clear signage located along the South Concourse.
  • There is map of the grounds located opposite the Centre Court Wimbledon Shop.
  • There are programme stalls located along the South Concourse.
  • There is a Sweet Treats kiosk located on the southeast corner of Centre Court and next to Court 4.
  • There is a Wimbledon Shop Kiosk located on the southwest corner of Centre Court.
  • There are two steps into the kiosks where staff can provide assistance if needed.
  • There are drinking fountains and bottle refill stations located on the northwest corner of No.3 Court.
  • St Mary's Walk, the South Grounds and The Tea Lawn are accessed directly from the South Concourse.

Centenary Grounds

  • The Centenary Grounds are located off the South Concourse and St Mary's Walk.
  • There is step-free access to Centenary Grounds from the South Concourse.
  • No.2 Court, No.3 Court, Courts 4-11, and Court 12 are located in the Centenary Grounds.
  • There is step-free access around the Centenary Grounds.
  • The surface of the path is tarmac.
  • During The Championships the concourse may become congested.
  • There is clear signage to the Centenary Grounds.
  • There is bench seating located at regular intervals.
  • There are information and map posts located around the Centenary Grounds.
  • The Wimbledon Express Shop Kiosk is located on the north east corner of No.2 Court.
  • The Championships Information Kiosk is located on the north west corner of No. 2 Court.
  • There are drinking fountains and bottle refill stations located on the south side of No.3 Court, on the west side of Court 12, on the south side of No.2 Court, and on the east side of No.2 Court.

Southern Village

  • The Southern Village is located at the rear of the Grounds near No.2 Court and Court 12.
  • There is clear signage to the Southern Village.
  • Next to No.2 Court there is a slight slope which overcomes 7 steps leading to the Southern Village area.
  • Next to No.12 Court there is slight slope which overcomes 11 steps leading to the rear of No.12 Court and the Southern Village.
  • The flooring around the Southern Village is wooden Boards.
  • There is picnic bench seating available.
  • The Pizzeria, Bar, Vodafone Connection Experience, American Express Tennis Fan Experience, Polo Ralph Lauren Store, and Babolat Experience are located in the Southern Village.
  • There is step free access to all facilities.
  • The quiet room is located next to Court 12
  • There are female and male quiet rooms located next to Court 12.
  • There is step-free access to the quiet rooms.
  • The doors into the quiet rooms are 72cm wide.

North Concourse. Arbour Walk and Walled Garden

  • North Concourse. Arbour Walk and Walled Garden are located at the centre of the grounds.
  • North Concourse. Arbour Walk and Walled Garden can be accessed via either St Mary's Walk or the Gate 3 Piazza.
  • Centre Court can be accessed via the North Concourse.
  • No.1 Court can be accessed via Arbour Walk and the Walled Garden.
  • Courts 14-17 can be accessed via the North Concourse. Arbour Walk and Walled Garden
  • There is step free access along both the North Concourse and Arbour Walk.
  • There is an easy slope along both the North Concourse and Arbour Walk.
  • The surface of the paths varies between tarmac and block paving.
  • During The Championships the concourse may become congested.
  • There is clear signage located to the both the North Concourse and Arbour Walk.
  • There is bench seating located at regular intervals.
  • There is a used tennis ball kiosk located along the North Concourse.
  • There is an ice cream kiosk located along the North Kiosk.
  • The Championships Information Kiosk is located along Arbour Walk next to Court 15.
  • The kiosks counters are medium height.
  • The Walled Garden Food Market is located just off the Arbour Walk.
  • The Rose Arbour seating area is located near the Walled Garden an St Mary's Walk.
  • There is a water drinking fountain and bottle refill station located on the North Concourse, opposite Court 16 and 17.
  • There is an information point located next to the Walled Garden, there is a short steep slope to access the information point.
  • There is a map and information post located next to the Walled Garden.

Parkside

  • Parkside can be accessed via Gate 1, the Gate 3 Piazza and Aorangi area.
  • There is a slight slope leading down into the Parkside from the Gate 3 Piazza.
  • The slight slope overcomes the steps.
  • There are 8 steps leading down from the Gate 3 Piazza to the Parkside.
  • There are 15+ steps with handrails on both sides leading from the Aorangi to the Parkside.
  • No.1 Court can be accessed via Parkside.
  • There is step-free access along Parkside.
  • The surface of the paths varies between tarmac and block paving.
  • During The Championships the concourse may become congested.
  • There is clear signage located along Parkside.
  • There is seating located at regular intervals.
  • There are map and information posts located at either end of Parkside.
  • The Food Village is located along Parkside beneath No.1 Court.
  • There is a pharmacy located along Parkside in the concourse beneath No.1 Court.
  • There are drinking fountains and a bottle refill station located on either side of the Parkside Food Market.
  • The Picnic Pick Up and Barclays Clubhouse is located along the Parkside.
  • There is a slight slope which overcomes the steps.

The Hill

  • The Hill is located in the north west corner of the grounds, near No.1 Court.
  • There is a long slight slope to the bottom of the Hill via St Mary's Walk.
  • There is a long slight slope leading up to bottom of The Hill from the Aorangi Area.
  • There is a slight slope leading up to the designated wheelchair platform and the tier above, this bypasses the steps, which are located next to Court 18.
  • The designated wheelchair platform has a good view of the large screen.
  • There is bench seating at the rear of the platform.
  • The majority of The Hill has a grass surface.
  • There are some picnic benches located on The Hill.
  • There is a refreshment kiosk located on The Hill.
  • The refreshment kiosk is located on the tier above the designated wheelchair platform.
  • There is stepped access to the Kiosk.
  • There is tiered seating area, at the rear of the hill.
  • The ticket resale counter is located at the top of The Hill, there is stepped access only.
  • The accessible ticket resale counter is located opposite the order of play boards.
  • There are bottle refill stations located next to the No.1 Court Larder and at the top of The Hill.
  • There is a map and information post located next to Court 18.

Aorangi Area

  • There is a path leading from the Aorangi area between No.1 Court and The Hill to St Mary's Walk.
  • There is an information kiosk located in the Aorangi Area near No.1 Court, there is short steep slope to access the kiosk.
  • The Aorangi area is located at the rear of No.1 Court.
  • There is a long, slight slope leading down from No.1 Court and the Hill, and leading up from The Parkside to Aorangi Area.
  • There is an information kiosk located in the Aorangi Area near No.1 Court, there is a short steep slope to access the kiosk.
  • There is an information post and map of the grounds.
  • There is 2 steps to the Wimbledon Express Shop and Barclays Fanzone.

Quiet Room

  • The Quiet Room is located at the rear of No.12 Court in the Southern Village.
  • There is step free access to the room.
  • The door to the room opens towards you and is 77cm wide.
  • There is a small lip in the doorway.
  • The surface of the flooring in the room is carpet.
  • There are armchairs within the room.

Eating and Drinking

Shops

Centre Court, No.1 Court, No.2 Court and No.3 Court

Changing Places (No.2 Court - Gangways 8 and 9)

  • Location and Access View
    • The facility is located at the rear of No.2 Court opposite Gangways 8 and 9 and next to the Bakery.
    • There is level access into the facility.
    • The facility surveyed is for the sole use of disabled people.
    • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is good.
    • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
    • You do need a key for the facility.
    • The key is a radar key.
    • The key can be obtained from a member of security staff upon entering the grounds.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The width of the door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
    • The dimensions of the facility are 195cm x 410cm.
    • The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
    • There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
    • The facility has a non-slip floor.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • Toilet Details View
    • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
    • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 129cm.
    • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 240cm.
    • Dropdown rails are provided.
    • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
    • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
    • As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
    • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is good.
    • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is good.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
    • There is a lever flush.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
    • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
  • Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
    • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
    • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
    • The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
    • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
    • The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
  • Shower Details View
    • There is not a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • Other Facilities View
    • A privacy screen is available.
    • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever.
    • There is not a mixer tap.
    • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
    • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
    • The colour contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall is good.
    • There is a soap dispenser.
    • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
    • The wide paper roll dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
    • There is a towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is a/are general domestic waste and female sanitary disposal units.
    • There is a coat hook.
    • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 105cm and 135cm from the floor.
    • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Comments View
    • The controls that adjust the height of the sink, can also be used to operate the taps and can mix hot and cold water.

Courts 4-11

  • Courts 4 to 11 are located just off the South Concourse opposite Centre Court.
  • There is step free access to the courts from the path near No.2 Court and No.12 Court.
  • There are slight slopes leading down to the courts from the South Concourse.
  • The slopes are located between courts 6 and 7, and between courts 3 and 4.
  • The slopes overcome the steps.
  • There are 5 steps with handrails on both sides which are located between courts 4 and 5, and courts 5 and 6.
  • During The Championships the paths around the courts can be very congested.
  • There are designated spaces for wheelchairs users located on all courts.
  • There are 2 clearly marked designated wheelchairs spaces/areas for wheelchair users on all courts.
  • There is step free access to the designated wheelchair spaces.
  • The view from this area is good and a companion can sit near you.
  • The seating for courts 4-11 is unreserved.
  • There is bench seating on the opposite side of courts 4, 8, 7, and 11.
  • There is bench seating on both sides of courts 5, 6, 9, and 10.
  • There is step free access to the bench seating.
  • There are fold out seats available on courts 4 and 8 just off St Mary's Walk, and on courts 7 and 11 next to the Centenary bar.
  • There are 1 to 4 steps to access the rows of seating.
  • Accessible toilets are available.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located at the rear of No.12 Court or at the west side of No.3 Court.

Court 12

  • Court 12 is located at the south end of St Mary's Walk.
  • The designated wheelchair spaces are located at the front of the main stand.
  • There is step free access to the designated wheelchair spaces.
  • The view from this area is good.
  • A companion can sit near / beside you.
  • The stand on the east side of Court 12 seating is accessed by 4 clearly marked steps.
  • Once out into the seating area there are 1 to 2 steps to access the seating rows on the east side of the court.
  • The main stand on the west side of Court 12's seating has either slight ramp or 11 clearly marked steps leading to rear of the stand and to the access points to the seating.
  • There 8 clearly marked steps leading up to the seating area from the rear of the stand.
  • Once out into the seating area there are 1 to 15 plus steps to access the seating rows on the Main Stand.
  • Accessible toilets are available.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located at the rear of Court 12.

Courts 14-17

  • Courts 14 -17 are located between Centre Court and No.1 Court.
  • The courts can be accessed via St Mary's Walk, Gate 3 Piazza, The Canyon, North Concourse or Arbour Walk.
  • There are long slight slopes along the North Concourse and Arbour Walk.
  • During The Championships the paths around the courts can be very congested.
  • There are designated spaces for wheelchairs users located on all courts.
  • The designated spaces are located on the west side of the courts.
  • There is step free access to the designated wheelchair spaces.
  • The view from this area is good.
  • A companion can sit near / beside you.
  • There 4 clearly marked steps leading to the seating areas.
  • Once in the seating areas there are 1 to 5 steps to access the rows of seating.
  • Accessible toilets are available.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located next on level 2 of No.1 Court South West Hall, and in the covered North Road next to Centre Court.
  • There is a changing places available next to Court 18.

Court 18

  • Court 18 is located at the north end of St Mary's Walk.
  • It is between Centre Court and No.1 Court.
  • There is a steep slope running along St Mary's Walk beside the court.
  • The designated wheelchair space is located just off St Mary's Walk.
  • There is step free access to the designated wheelchair spaces.
  • The view from this area is good.
  • A companion can sit near / beside you.
  • To access the seating on the east side of the court there are 4 clearly marked steps leading down to the court from St Mary's Walk.
  • To access the seating on the west side of the court there are 8 clearly marked steps leading from St Mary's Walk to a path leading to the west side of the court. There are a further 2 steps leading to the seating area.
  • Once in the seating area there are 1 to 5 steps leading to the seating rows.
  • Access to the north seating area is via Aorangi Terrace. There is only stepped access to this area of Aorangi Terrace.
  • Once in the seating area there are 1 to 15 plus steps leading to the rear seating rows.
  • Accessible toilets are available.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located further along St Mary's Walk, within the No.1 Court South West Hall.
  • There is a changing places facility located next to Court 18.

Changing Places (Court 18 - St Mary's Walk)

  • Location and Access View
    • The facility is located along St Mary's Walk, to the right of Court 18.
    • The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
    • There is level access into the facility.
    • The facility surveyed is for the sole use of disabled people.
    • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
    • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
    • You do need a key for the facility.
    • The key is a radar key.
    • The key can be obtained from the security officer on entry to the grounds.
    • There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
    • The door opens inwards.
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The width of the door is 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The dimensions of the facility are 230cm x 370cm.
    • The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
    • There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
    • The facility has a non-slip floor.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • Toilet Details View
    • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
    • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 60cm.
    • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 127cm.
    • Dropdown rails are provided.
    • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
    • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
    • As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
    • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is good.
    • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is good.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
    • There is a push button flush.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
    • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
    • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
    • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
    • The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
    • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
    • The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
  • Other Facilities View
    • A privacy screen is available.
    • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever.
    • There is a mixer tap.
    • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
    • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
    • The colour contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall is good.
    • There is not a soap dispenser.
    • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
    • The wide paper roll dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
    • There is a towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is a/are general domestic waste and female sanitary disposal units.
    • There is a coat hook.
    • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 115cm and 135cm from the floor.
    • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • The lighting levels are good.

Toilet Facilities