5 amazing things to do in London this weekend
New openings, live theatre and a sprinkling of spring: here are 5 of the best things to do in London this weekend
The year’s first peek of sunshine has inspired many of us to go outside, and if that’s you, take in the spectacular orchids festival at Kew Gardens. Once you’re done with the thousands of floral displays, the venue’s beautiful permanent displays invite discovery, if the weather holds up.
If not, there’s an all-you-can-drink beer festival, some smashing theatre, LGBTQ history and a fabulous new Georgian restaurant, and don’t worry: none of these require risking the elements. Strap in: here are the best things to do in London this weekend.
5 amazing things to do in London this weekend
It’s the last chance to see Sheridan Smith live on stage
One of Britain’s most lauded stars of the stage takes her last bow in Alan Aycknourn’s Woman in Mind this Saturday evening. The psychological thriller follows a woman who faces mental challenges when she hits her head, but it is also darkly comic, so there’s relief from the more cerebral parts. Until this Saturday, Duke of York’s Theatre
Sink a few frosty ones at this beer festival
It’s all-you-can-drink at this beer festival at a pub in Notting Hill, which is serving brews from over 50 independent breweries. Each five hour session gives guests tasters to as many beers as they can try. Tickets are available for the Friday and Saturday evening sessions. Go to themalltavern.com/new-page
Scoff some excellent Georgian food at this new restaurant
Our reviewer described new Georgian restaurant DakaDaka as “the comfort food we all need right now.” The restaurant near Piccadilly Circus serves shareable plates like Lobio (hummus with kidney beans), kubdari (pork-stuffed flatbread), khinkali dumplings and Chvishtari cheese stuffed cornbread. “In these times of global strife, perhaps the dumplings and cheesy bread of Georgia is the comfort food we need to take the edge off it all,” wrote our reviewer. 10 Heddon Street, W1B 4BX.
Take in the Kew Gardens orchid festival
It’s your last chance to gawp at some beautiful orchids, before Kew Gardens’ annual orchid festival closes for another year. This year, expect floral displays from China, which have taken over the venue’s Princess of Wales Conservatory. There are thousands of types of plant, and bespoke floral installations to celebrate the country’s rich horticultural history. kew.org
Soak up LGBTQ history at the newly updated Queer Britain museum
Queer Britain – the UK’s first LGBTQ museum – just off Granary Square in King’s Cross has unveiled a fresh set of exhibits. They include a part of the AIDS quilt, a display of historical film posters, and specially dedicated sections on Justin Fashanu, the Black Lesbian and Gay Centre and the history of queer print. Entry is free. queerbritain.org.uk
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