Tennis fans will be able to watch the latest court action unfold on the big screen, as Wimbledon on the Green makes a welcome return to Royal William Yard. Running from July 2 to 15, Royal William Yard’s lawn will play host to a big screen, deckchairs, Pimms, and a plentiful supply of strawberries and cream – bringing a taste of SW19 to the South West.
Helping to bring the Wimbledon experience to life, themed refreshments will be available, with Yard resident bakery, Column Bakehouse, offering eco-friendly picnic boxes for up to four people. With a variety of savoury and sweet treats to tempt the taste buds, including ploughman’s, cake bites and strawberries, visitors can dine in the open air on the Yard’s lawn, while watching the tennis. Picnic box prices range from £10 for one, £18 for two, and £30 for four.
“Summer wouldn’t be complete without Wimbledon, and Royal William Yard is the perfect place for tennis fans”
For those seeking a quintessential taste of summer, Royal William Yard’s French restaurant, Bistrot Pierre will be providing Pimms and lemonade. Served from inside the bistro, prices range from £3.50 for a glass and £10.95 for a jug. And Wimbledon would not be complete without strawberries and clotted cream for £3.50, perfectly served with English sparkling Exton Park Brut Reserve at £6.20 a glass, both available from independent wine lounge Le Vignoble.
To celebrate one of Britain’s biggest sporting events, and kicking off the summer in style, there will be a variety of activities also on offer over the Wimbledon weekends. For those wanting to give tennis a try, racquet coaches will be providing free lawn tennis lessons, alongside face painting between 10am and 4pm on July 7, 8, 14 and 15, making it a great day out for all the family.
Royal William Yard is also offering one lucky winner the opportunity to watch the Wimbledon Men’s Final match with a free Column Bakehouse picnic basket – for up to four people – and a drinks voucher. Opening on July 2, those interested in entering simply need to visit the Yard’s Facebook page – @RoyalWilliamYard – and like and share the competition post to be in with a chance of winning. The winner will be announced on July 9 and will need to be available to redeem the prize on July 15.
Just one of the events set to take place over the coming months, Royal William is a place of discovery, offering a wealth of places to explore and incredible experiences to be had. Lovingly restored and steeped in history, the Yard has something for everyone to do and enjoy this summer.
Hailey Cattle, Marketing Manager, Royal William Yard said:
“Summer wouldn’t be complete without Wimbledon, and Royal William Yard is the perfect place for tennis fans, families and day visitors to not only watch the games in the open air on the lawn, but to also sample just some of the amazing food and drink available from our resident businesses – all from the comfort of our deckchairs.
“Wimbledon on the Green is just one of the exciting events taking place at Royal William Yard. From sampling some of the region’s best food from local traders at the monthly Good Food Market, to watching the biggest movie blockbusters on the lawn, the Yard has something for everyone to do and enjoy this summer.”
For more information about Royal William Yard visit: royalwilliamyard.com
