How to Buy Returned Tickets at the Wimbledon Resale Kiosk
by Ed C
Wimbledon's Ticket Resale service gives spectators who are already inside the Grounds a chance to buy returned tickets for Centre Court, No.1 Court or No.2 Court.
Returned seats become available when other spectators leave for the day and release their tickets. You join a virtual queue through the Wimbledon App and, if tickets become available for you, return to the Ticket Resale kiosk to purchase.
Ticket Resale does not provide initial admission to Wimbledon, and joining the virtual queue does not guarantee a Show Court ticket.
What Are Returned Wimbledon Tickets?
Returned tickets are Centre Court, No.1 Court or No.2 Court seats released by spectators who have left the Grounds and do not intend to return that day.
Once released, those seats can be sold to other spectators for the remaining play.
All proceeds from Wimbledon's official Ticket Resale service, net of VAT, go to the Wimbledon Foundation.
Who Can Use Wimbledon Ticket Resale?
You must already have admission to the Wimbledon Grounds for that day.
A Grounds Pass is one way to gain admission before trying to buy a returned Show Court ticket.
If you enter through the Wimbledon Queue, you can register for Ticket Resale in the Queue Village after purchasing your admission ticket. Other spectators can register at the Ticket Resale kiosk inside the Grounds.
Do not travel to Wimbledon expecting Ticket Resale to provide your initial admission.
For a comparison of all short-notice ticket routes, see our guide to getting Wimbledon tickets on the day.
Where Is the Wimbledon Ticket Resale Kiosk?
The Ticket Resale kiosk is in Parkside, adjacent to No.1 Court.
Use the Wimbledon App, Grounds map or ask a steward for directions after entering.
Older guides may refer to previous kiosk locations, so follow Wimbledon's current signage rather than relying on information from an earlier Championships.
How Does the Virtual Ticket Resale Queue Work?
The current process uses the Wimbledon App and your myWimbledon account:
- Download the Wimbledon App and sign in. Make sure your myWimbledon account is working before registering.
- Go to a registration point. Register at the Ticket Resale kiosk in Parkside or in the Queue Village if you entered through the Queue.
- Have your myWimbledon QR code scanned. A steward will help you join the virtual queue.
- Enjoy the Grounds while you wait. You can monitor your position through the app rather than standing in a physical queue.
- Watch for your notification. If you are offered the opportunity to buy, return to Parkside within the timeframe stated.
Keep your phone charged and able to receive messages. Joining the virtual queue does not guarantee that a ticket will become available.
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What Time Does Wimbledon Ticket Resale Open?
Registration and ticket sales operate at different times.
| Stage | Current published arrangements |
|---|---|
| Registration in the Queue Village | Available after purchasing your admission ticket, subject to the Queue arrangements. |
| Registration at Parkside | From 10am until 9pm or until the virtual queue reaches capacity. |
| Returned-ticket sales | From 3pm until 9pm, or earlier if play on the relevant court has ended. |
These hours do not guarantee that registration or tickets will remain available throughout the stated period.
Check Wimbledon's current Ticket Resale information before attending.
How Much Do Returned Wimbledon Tickets Cost?
Wimbledon's published 2026 Ticket Resale prices were:
| Court | 2026 resale price |
|---|---|
| Centre Court | £15 |
| No.1 Court | £10 |
| No.2 Court | £10 |
These prices are additional to whatever you paid for your original admission to the Grounds.
Check Wimbledon's current prices for 2027 before your visit rather than assuming the previous year's prices will remain unchanged.
Will I Definitely Get a Returned Ticket?
No. Availability depends entirely on spectators leaving and releasing their seats, together with demand from other people in the virtual queue.
You cannot rely on obtaining:
- a particular Show Court;
- a particular match;
- a particular player;
- adjacent seats; or
- any returned ticket at all.
Plan a Wimbledon day you would enjoy using your original admission ticket, and treat Ticket Resale as an additional opportunity.
Can I Buy Returned Tickets Before My Visit?
No. Wimbledon's on-site Ticket Resale service is for spectators who are already inside the Grounds.
If you want to secure Centre Court or No.1 Court tickets before travelling, this is not the appropriate route.
You can instead browse Wimbledon debenture tickets available in advance through Green & Purple.
Can I Buy One Ticket or Seats Together?
Returned tickets may become available individually or in groups, depending on which seats have been released.
If you are attending with someone else, check the exact tickets offered before buying. Do not assume two available tickets will be adjacent.
Ticket Resale is therefore less suitable if sitting together is essential to your plans.
Do I Need the Wimbledon App?
Yes. The virtual queue uses the Wimbledon App and your myWimbledon account.
Before attending, make sure you can sign in, display your myWimbledon QR code and receive notifications or text messages.
For help with myWimbledon and the app, see our Wimbledon mobile ticket guide.
What if I No Longer Want a Returned Ticket?
If you no longer need a returned ticket or decide to leave Wimbledon, withdraw from the virtual queue rather than remaining registered for tickets you will not purchase.
This helps the queue move more efficiently for other spectators.
Can I Release My Own Show Court Seat for Resale?
Yes. If you are leaving Wimbledon permanently for the day, ask a steward about having your Show Court ticket scanned so that the seat may be offered through Ticket Resale.
Make it clear if you intend to return later. Do not release the seat if you still plan to use it.
The scheme supports the Wimbledon Foundation rather than providing the departing spectator with a resale payment.
Is Wimbledon Ticket Resale Worth Trying?
It can be a good option if you already have admission and would enjoy the chance to watch some later Show Court tennis.
It is less suitable if your visit depends on obtaining a particular Centre Court or No.1 Court seat, seeing a particular player or sitting together with a group.
In those circumstances, securing the appropriate ticket before travelling provides much greater certainty.
Check the Current Arrangements Before Your Visit
Ticket Resale procedures, opening times and prices can change between Championships.
Check Wimbledon's official Ticket Resale page shortly before attending for the latest information.
For a comparison with the Queue, Grounds Passes, debenture tickets and other ticket routes, see our guide to getting Wimbledon tickets.
Arrange Your Court Tickets Before Your Visit
Prefer to know your court and date before travelling, rather than wait for a returned seat? Debenture tickets offer reserved Centre Court or No.1 Court seating without relying on Wimbledon's on-site Ticket Resale service.
Browse Wimbledon 2027 listings and check the ticket quantity and seating information for your party.
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