2010 queue guide.pdf

In common with most other sportsand entertainment venues, there are nosupporting rails to the tiered sectionsSECURITYwithin the courts.★ beware of extreme weather conditions; inparticular, remember to take appropriateprotective measures when spending pe-This year, once again, comprehensivesecurity measures will be in place for allthose visiting The Championships; these will10SECURITYriods in the sun. Wearing a hat, applyingsunscreen regularly throughout the day anddrinking plenty of water are all stronglyrecommended in such conditions.include extensive searches on entry to theGrounds and the show courts. You shouldnote the restriction on the number and size ofbags which may be brought into the Grounds.11SECURITY★ do not leave any items unattended atany time.One bag only per person will be allowedand this bag must measure no more than★ if you face challenges/diYculties innego tiating distances or hilly ground, itmay be easier for you to bring a wheelchair.If this is the case and you have18˝ x 12˝ x 12˝ (45cm x 30cm x 30cm).Further, no hard-sided items (e.g.: picnichampers, coolboxes or briefcases) of any sizewill be allowed into the Grounds.tickets for a show court, please check tosee if your tickets are in an area whichaccommodates wheelchairs. If not,you will be asked to leave the chair inLeft luggage facilities will again be providedoutside the Grounds for items exceeding thesecriteria and for any other items you do notneed during the day. Every eVort will be madea designated area and then access yourto speed your progress through the searchseat by stairs or lift, if available. Pleaseprocedures; however, this process depends onnote that neither the AELTC nor St Johnthe requirements of the Metropolitan PoliceAmbulance provide wheelchairs for visitors.and you are strongly advised to arrive asearly as possible after the Grounds open at10.30 a.m. We know that these proceduresmay be inconvenient but we are equally surethat you will understand the need to protectthe safety and security of all our visitors.