Wimbledon in Sporting History

SW17 0NR, London Borough of Merton, London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Wimbledon in Sporting History (WiSH) is an independent registered charity (number 1195829) and registered museum (number I-112603).

WiSH was created to inspire its visitors through sporting history. WiSH is run by 24 inducted volunteers who do not get paid or have personal expenses reimbursed. The Common Ground film has demonstrated that Wimbledon Common provided a unique sporting landscape for a number of global sports. It also instigated the greatest story in the world’s most popular sport – football.

WiSH has accessed over £1 million in sporting memorabilia, some of which will be showcased at our revamped museum at AFC Wimbledon in our Plough Lane stadium. Moreover, a digital museum will soon be added.

What is our Purpose?

“Safeguard, curate, celebrate and showcase Wimbledon’s sporting heritage and cultural stories, plus those of other local sports and their cultural influence.”

Location
Wimbledon, South West London
Website
https://wimbledoninsportinghistory.org
Contact name
John Lynch
Address
AFC Wimbledon
The Cherry Red Records Stadium
Plough Lane
London
SW17 0NR
Sports
football (101)
Region
London (40)
This collection entry was last updated on 08/10/2025. Information incorrect or out-of-date?