Tag: Wimbledon traditions

Over 190,000 servings of strawberries and cream are consumed during the Wimbledon tournament each year, a tradition dating back to 1877. The practice of eating strawberries at Wimbledon is a perfect blend of timing, tradition, and royal history that has become an iconic part of the British summer.

According to vendors, the standard portion of strawberries and cream served at Wimbledon contains 10 fresh, Grade 1 English strawberries. This precise quantity has been a consistent aspect of the iconic dessert for many years, despite recent price adjustments.