Yes, strawberries and cream and an ice-cold glass of Pimm’s are a must (well, a dream in this weather). But before you get to the good stuff, there are a few essentials every Wimbledon attendee should be ticking off their list – especially if you’ll be queuing for tickets. The Championships play until Sunday, 12 July, with more than 9,000 people descending on Wimbledon Park to join the famous queue.
Beyond the obvious comforts, like supportive shoes and your favourite tennis bracelet, it’s often the more practical essentials that determine whether the day runs smoothly.