Wimbledon 2025 is here meaning that it’s time for us to indulge in our favourite sport: celeb spotting. The annual tournament always attracts stellar guests, some of whom are fortunate enough to watch the matches from Centre Court’s esteemed Royal Box. The exclusive 74-seat area has been entertaining guests since 1922 and many a famous derrière has graced those dark green Lloyd Loom wicker chairs – and 2025 is no different.
Usual faces include Kate Middleton, Sienna Miller, Alexa Chung and Stormzy, as well as David Beckham, Zara and Mike Tindall and Queen Camilla. It’s the perfect place to watch A-listers reacting to the tennis with little to no control over their facial expressions. It’s also a fashion event in and of itself as the stars have to adhere to a strict formal dress code.
Those lucky enough to be invited to the royal box are treated to a fantastic view of the tennis, lunch in the Clubhouse and tea and drinks at the end of the day. For lunch, guests can expect a carefully curated spread of hot and cold dishes, from lobster tail to luxury cuts of meat and seafood. Of course, strawberries and cream are then served for dessert. Guests are asked to dress smart and men are required to wear a suit and tie. Meanwhile, ladies are asked not to wear hats because they obstruct the view of the people behind them.
Who sits in the Royal Box at Wimbledon?
Not any Tom, Dick or Harry can rock up to The Royal Box. Per the Wimbledon website, invitations come from the Chairman of the All England Club, taking into account suggestions from members of The Championships’ Organising Committee, The Lawn Tennis Association and other relevant sources.
It probably doesn’t come as a surprise that The Royal Box has hosted, yes, you guessed it, many British royals over the years (although the invitation can be extended to overseas royal families too).
Last year, the guests included: The Princess of Wales with daughter Princess Charlotte, Benedict Cumberbatch, Julia Roberts, Zendaya, Glenn Close and Andrew Garfield to name just a few.
Who is in the Royal Box on day one?
It’s become something of a tradition to see David Beckham accompanied by his mum Sandra to appear in the Royal Box on the very first day of Wimbledon ©Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images
Day of the Jackal actor Eddie Redmayne with wife Hannah ©Julian Finney/Getty Images
Former England Manager Sir Gareth Southgate ©Julian Finney/Getty Images
Princess Beatrice of York and her mother Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York ©Julian Finney/Getty Images
The Saturdays’ Mollie King can just be spotted behind Sir Gareth Southgate and David Beckham ©Julian Finney/Getty Images
Who was in the Royal Box last year?
The Princess of Wales made a rare public appearance at the men’s final alongside Princess Charlotte and her sister Pippa Middleton. You can shop her full look here.
Princess Charlotte accessorised her Guess polka dot dress with a pair of pink shades.
Benedict Cumberbatch sits next to Julia Roberts as they watch the action on centre court on day 14 of Wimbledon.
Outside of the Royal Box, other A-listers have nabbed a coveted seat at Centre Court for the men’s singles final, including Zendaya and Paul Mescal.
Glenn Close, Andrew Garfield and Pierce Brosnan joined CEO of Ralph Lauren, Patrice Louvet.
What is it like sitting in the Royal Box at Wimbledon?
Getting the best view in the house – located at the baseline at Centre Court – isn’t the only perk that comes with a Royal Box ticket. Lucky invitees are treated to lunch, tea and drinks at the Clubhouse at the end of the day.
The dress code is smart and ladies are politely asked to refrain from wearing hats as they can obscure the vision of those seated behind them.
The Royal Box’s chairs have an extra level of padding and comfort, in contrast to the fold-down plastic chairs that regular viewers sit on for hours on end.
