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The Players’ Tables
The Players’ Tables Hospitality Critic Review
Introduction
The Lawn (previously branded as ‘The Gatsby Club’) is a contemporary glass-fronted marquee structure situated opposite the All England Lawn Tennis Club. The Lawn is an official hospitality facility offering several package options, with the catering overseen by legendary Michelin-starred Chefs, Michel Roux Jr, and daughter Emily Roux. The Players’ Tables is an upgraded package providing a highly personalised experience.
Location
The Lawn facility is situated on the grounds of Wimbledon Cricket Club, which is directly opposite the main entrance of the All England Club, on Church Road. It is only a 5-minute walk to either Gate 4 or Gate 5. Golf Buggies are provided to reduce this time to less than a minute.
Facility/Décor
The Players’ Tables are semi-private areas, where your table is allocated its own space within The Lawn, adorned with an overhead chandelier on the low suspended ceiling, and separated from other tables by attractive tassel drapes, which can either be open or closed. The Lawn facility is a huge glass-fronted facility, with natural light streaming through. In some areas, it resembles a smart modern airport departure lounge with a very tall canvas ceiling, albeit it is an attractive space. There is a Mezzanine Level, which has a cosier feel. There is a keen attention to detail with linen drapes and a soft pastel colour scheme. The shared outside garden area is pleasant, however, it is enclosed by 20ft high screens that define the space, and there are no views except the rear of the glass-fronted structure. The garden area features a novel ‘foot stream’, lounge garden furniture and a bar.
Private Tables
The Players’ Tables are available for 10-12 guests.
Admission
You have the choice of booking this facility with either official Centre Court or No.1 Court tickets. However, the allocated seats are not Debenture Seats (which are acknowledged as the best corporate seats available on Centre Court). You can upgrade to Debenture seats for an additional cost.
Catering
Catering consists of a four-course à la carte luncheon, designed by the Roux dynasty, including a seasonal cheese course. Traditional Wimbledon Afternoon Tea consists of cakes, scones, and pastries, as well as Strawberries and Cream.
Guests enjoying hospitality
Drinks
The complimentary bar features Chilled and Pink Champagne and a choice of specially upgraded wines and beers, as well as bespoke cocktails. The Lawn facility also features a Whisky and Cigar bar.
Service
There are a butler and a personal hostess service to attend to drinks, which enhances service greatly.
Entertainment
Your guests will have the opportunity to meet and speak to a Tennis celebrity.
Audio-Visual
There are ample TV monitors to allow you to keep track of the tennis, including a giant TV screen in the communal garden area.
Car Parking
Car park passes are allocated on a 1:4 basis, and parking is conveniently outside the facility.
Extras
Programmes are available for guests.
Ratings
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78 / 100
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Paul Terry (61)
Hospitality Critic Reviewer
