The 1888 Wimbledon Championships took place on the outdoor grass courts at the All England Lawn Tennis Club in Wimbledon, London, United Kingdom. The tournament ran from 9 July until 16 July. It was the 12th staging of the Wimbledon Championships, and the first Grand Slam tennis event of 1888. Wimbledon 1888: July 9–16, 1888 at All England Lawn Tennis Club. Men's singles: Ernest Renshaw. Women's singles: Lottie Dod — 2nd major title. Wiki link