With a history dating back to the 1880s – and with the UK’s own Andy Murray being a tournament record holder – it’s easy to see why the cinch Championships is often voted as one of the most popular sporting events in London. Plus, tennis lovers looking for hotels near The Queen’s Club can book rooms at our Hammersmith hotels or Kensington hotels for super-comfy beds and free Wi-Fi just a short walk away from the event. Ace!
cinch Championships Tennis Tournament
The cinch Championships is held near our hotels in Hammersmith and our hotels in Kensington, so we’ve got you covered when you’re searching for places to stay near The Queen's Club. Our London Hammersmith (Talgarth Road) hotel is closest – just a 10-minute walk away from the venue – followed by our London Hammersmith (Shepherds Bush Road) hotel, our London West Brompton hub hotel and our London Kensington (Olympia) hotel. Check out the cinch Championships schedule and book your stay.
After watching a tense tennis match at The Queen’s Club, why not visit our Bar + Block Steakhouse London Hammersmith or our Bar + Block Steakhouse London Paddington for mouth-watering dishes and drinks? You’ll find plenty of our on-site Thyme restaurants nearby too, ideal for fuelling up with our unlimited Premier Inn Breakfast before heading to the venue.
History of the cinch Championships
Its name and size may have changed over the years, but this iconic tournament actually dates back to 1887! Originally, the event was hosted at the now famous Stamford Bridge before moving to The Queen’s Club London from 1890 and becoming the Queen's Club Championships. As well as its famous tennis tournament, this West Kensington venue has hosted other historic sporting events including football matches, Olympic events and even battles between Oxford and Cambridge. Since then, the cinch Championships has grown to become one of the longest-running events on the ATP World Tour, and has seen icons such as John McEnroe, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray play.
Four things to know about the cinch Championships
cinch Championships dates & size
Dates: The cinch Championships usually takes place over two weeks in June, and the 2026 cinch Championships will be held from the 8th to the 21st June. This summer tennis tournament is ideal for sports lovers looking for fun things to do in London.
Cinch Championships size: Around 17,000 spectators visit The Queen’s Club in June to watch some of the biggest names in tennis battle it out on the grass courts of West Kensington.
Getting to cinch Championships
Barons Court and West Kensington are the closest tube stations, both less than a 10-minute walk away from The Queen’s Club. West Brompton overground station is close by if you’re getting to the cinch Championships by train, or why not cycle to the event? Our hotels are bike friendly, so you can ride to and from the tournament before storing your bike back in your room for the night.
cinch Championships tickets & prices
General tickets for this ATP Tour event go for around £36, but resale and hospitality tickets will cost a lot more, so try to get in early! Prices will vary depending on whether it’s a match or a fan day too, so make sure you do your research in advance to see which players are on the court.
Rules at the cinch Championships
There isn’t a set dress code for the cinch Championships, but it’s probably best to dress smart-casual for the event. Plus, as this London tennis tournament takes place outside, make sure you check the weather forecast in advance to prepare for the heat – or the rain!
cinch Championships FAQs
How much are cinch Championships tickets 2026?
Premium Queen’s tickets can go for several hundred pounds – especially hospitality tickets and packages – but general sale tickets for around £36 are available too! cinch Championship tickets can be bought directly from the Lawn Tennis Association’s website.
Is there a dress code for the cinch Championships guests?
Officially – no. But the cinch Championships is still a prestigious part of the ATP World Tour, and one of the oldest tennis competitions in the UK. We’d suggest dressing smart-casual – and keeping an eye on the weather!
Can I bring my own food to the cinch Championships?
If you don’t fancy buying something to eat from one of the on-site outlets at the event, you can bring some food and drink with you! There’s even picnic areas and water refill sites around The Queen’s Club too.