11 Fun Things To Book This Weekend
We think – we think – that the weather is finally starting to turn cooler as Halloween approaches, which means it’s time for autumn activities. That means gallery visits (there’s a lot of great exhibitions on right now), eating great food, and brightening the darker evenings by trying a new cocktail or two.
From wildlife photography exhibits and rooftop afternoon teas to whisky pop-ups and arts festivals, here’s our guide to inspire your weekend activities.
Elevate your weekend at this must-visit rooftop gin afternoon tea
citizenM has partnered with Bombay Sapphire to put together a special ‘Gin & Tea Time’ offering at cloudM Tower of London – one of the coolest rooftop spots in the city.
Gin & Tea Time’ is available Fri, Sat and Sun from 4-7pm, for just £20 per person. Each ticket includes: guaranteed seating, signature cocktail of choice and selection of tea time bites featuring Josephine Dessine plateware design. Cocktail highlights include The London Eye, with Bombay Premier Cru, sugar syrup, lime juice, blue curacao, ginger, liquor and sparkling wine, and Fleur de Citron – blending Bombay Citron Pressé, St Germain, Prosecco, soda top up and garnished with a lemon wheel. They are also participating in London Cocktail week, so there’s even more reason to try one of their creations out.
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 4-7pm
where: cloudm tower of london, 40 Trinity Square
book here: Citizenm
Indulge in this hyped breakfast collaboration
Los Mochis have recently begun a collaboration with gluten free bakery Libby’s London, to bring diners the ultimate gluten free breakfast. This pop-up partnership that began in September, has now been extended throughout October, and enables diners to indulge in a delectable range of Libby’s London baked goods in addition to Los Mochis’ pre-existing gluten and nut-free menu across breakfast and brunch.
This includes the best-selling gluten free cinnamon buns, croissants, bagels and their signature sourdough bread will join the Los Mochis menu. Get us there now.
where: Los Mochis, 2-4 Farmer St, London W8 7SN
website: Los Mochis
Head to this Autumn Macallan immersive experience everyone is talking about
This October, Macallan is transforming Rosewood London’s iconic terrace and courtyard into an immersive Amber Meadow installation. Inspired by the McCartney sisters’ love of Scotland and
the Speyside home of The Macallan Estate, this Highland-inspired destination is a must-visit for this autumn.
To tie in with the release of The Macallan’s latest whisky – The Macallan Harmony Collection Amber Meadow created in collaboration with Stella and Mary McCartney – The Amber Meadow installation will see Rosewood London’s iconic courtyard re-imagined as an expansive meadow, complete with authentic foliage, a babbling brook, plus a stone archway and dry-stone walls.
when: 11 October – 29 October
where: Rosewood London, 252 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EN
Website: themacallan.com
See the finalists of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition
Wildlife and photography enthusiasts – your time of the year is here. The National History Museum is opening their yearly Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition – think herds of wildebeest gracefully marching across the savannah, rattlesnakes seeking shade from the blistering sun in Death Valley, polar bear cubs playing in a blizzard of snow and white – I’m getting carried away just thinking about it…
This year, the 100 finalists all tell the story of a planet under pressure – reinforcing the importance of nature at a critical time in their survival.
when: October 13 2023 – June 24 2024
where: Cromwell Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 5BD
website: nhm.ac.uk
Get arty at this stylish afternoon tea
W London’s Pastry Consultant Leyre and Brighton-based Artist Lois O’Hara have worked together to transform the traditional afternoon tea experience into an immersive sensory journey that will surely delight both art enthusiasts and food connoisseurs alike.
O’Hara is known for her dynamic and colourful abstract art, and the new afternoon tea is dedicated to positivity and well-being. Highlights include Zen – matcha tea tart, passion fruit and mango curd and tropical fruit salad, Clear Mind – olive oil creamy mousse with tangy orange insert and orange sponge, and Creativity – black sesame financier cake with fresh raspberry mousse and raspberry gel.
where: W London, 10 Wardour St, London W1D 6QF
website: marriot.com
Embrace the history of fashion at Gucci’s new exhibition
Iconic Italian fashion house Gucci have taken their show on the road, and this month it’s London’s turn. Their travelling archival exhibition arrives at 180 Studios on October 11, presenting an immersive exploration of era-defining creativity.
With the exhibition design by contemporary artist Es Devlin, Gucci Cosmos traces one of many possible constellations connecting the ideas and inventions set in motion by the creative directors and artisans over the past 102 years.
when: 11 October 2023 – 31 December 2023
where: 180 Studios, 80 Strand, Temple, London WC2R 1EA
website: 180studios.com
Give your skin a refresh at Dr. Sturm’s London pop-up
This week is Frieze week, and as a continuation of Dr. Barbara Sturm’s global partnership with Frieze, her Anti-Inflammatory Lounge will offer attendees an immersive and interactive Sturm experience, including:
An anti-inflammatory VR portal powered by xydrobe, which will transport guests into Dr. Barbara Sturm’s dreamscape via high definition visual and immersive surround sounds and scents.
Visia Skin Analysis for 3D face scanning, where guests can receive skin health insights and then track their progress after being prescribed a Sturm skincare regimen.
Sturmglow Selfie Mirror for an instant skin refresh with Dr. Sturm’s Glow Drops and Hyaluronic Face Mist – discover more below.
when: October 11 – 15
where: Regents Park, London
website: drsturm.com
Celebrate our canine companions at The Wallace Collection
One of the purest relationships is the unique bond between us humans and our canine companions – and this weekend marks your final chance to celebrate exactly that. The Wallace Collection’s exhibition Portraits of Dogs: From Gainsborough to Hockney end its run on Sunday 15 October.
The exhibition explores our devotion to four-legged friends across the centuries, through carefully selected paintings, sculptures, drawings and works of art.
when: Until 15 October
where: Wallace Collection, Hertford House, Manchester Square, London W1U 3BN
Website: wallacecollection.org
Get your hair Halloween ready at a salon
Trick or treat yourself to a Halloween hairstyle at one of Duck & Dry’s salons this weekend. Whether you want to add an extra spooky touch for any upcoming Halloween parties by bringing along a hair accessory with you – cat ears or spider webs – or tailor any blow dry or updo from their look book, the perfect hairstyle is easily accomplished.
where: Duck & Dry salons across london
website: duckandry.com
2 Events Worth Travelling For
Head to Belfast for their yearly arts festival
The 61st Festival returns 12 October – 5 November 2023 with a new season of contemporary arts and culture in over 30 venues across the city and featuring the very best international and homegrown artists in theatre, dance, music, visual arts, literature and film.
Highlights this year include dispatches from award-winning journalist Gary Younge, a conversation between authors Megan Nolan and Paul Murray, and An Evening With The Belfast Ensemble and Marc Almond.
when: 12 October – 5 November
where: All around Belfast
website: belfastinternationalartsfestival.com
Travel up for this World Mental Health Day exhibition
Coinciding with World Homelessness Day and World Mental Health day, Manchester Arndale are presenting their new exhibition Random Objects of Kindness, created by Heard Storytelling, in support of Real Change MCR.
The free audio-visual exhibition will run from 10 October until 23 October, and will aim to increase understanding of the different factors contributing to homelessness and to support the importance of community support.
when: 10 October – 23 october
where: Manchester arndale, Manchester, M4 3AQ
website: manchesterarndale.com