30 Things To Do In London This Weekend

It’s finally the weekend. How will you be spending it? Whether you’re in the mood for secret bars or exclusive pizzas, immersive exhibitions or pop-up experiences, there’s plenty going on in London to accommodate your desires. From new exhibitions to new activities (pasta making anyone?), here’s what to do in London this weekend.

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What To Do In London This Weekend: 12–13 July 2025

Watch Wimbledon

Whether you fancy braving the queue (or using our hack to get last minute tickets) or watching the action from home, there’s no denying Wimbledon fever has taken over London – and this weekend is your last chance make the most of it. Here are our favourite foodie pop-ups to enjoy for a themed treat, plus all of the city’s very best big screens streaming the action live from SW19, from Chelsea to Stratford.

Immersive Wimbledon Pop-Up

Wimbledon fever is about to return to London, and one pop-up getting ahead of the game is Christy, the official towel supplier to the tournament. Head down to Harrods to experience a vintage locker-inspired space retailing the full Christy x Wimbledon 2025 collection, including this year’s new launches and the limited edition ‘So Last Season’ collection featuring upcycled products made from 2024’s surplus Wimbledon towels.

Details: Open 16 June to 13 July on the third floor of Harrods (87-135 Brompton Rd, London SW1X 7XL). christy.co.uk

London’s Rooftop Pools

Another heat wave is consuming London in a cloud of heady heat, and we’re in need of a cool off – and there’s nowhere more glamorous than one of London’s rooftop swimming pools. From exclusive hotels opening their pools to the public for a limited time, to secret members-only spots, here’s the C&TH pick of the best.

Ice Cream Sandwiches & Frozen Cocktails

Need to cool off? The Dorchester Garden offers the perfect summer oasis, and the new Taste of Summer menu has our mouths watering. Think house-made ice cream sandwiches in nostalgic flavours (strawberry shortcake, cookies and cream, sticky toffee, peanut butter and jelly) served from a bespoke ice cream cart, refreshing frozé cocktails (rosé wine, strawberry and elderflower), Pomello fizz and alcohol-free summer spritzes. Ahhh…

Details: Open 2 to 8pm daily in the The Dorchester forecourt (53 Park Ln, London W1K 1QA). Walk-in only.

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Sandwich Market

Beloved bakery Toklas is back with another weekend pop-up, this time all about the humble sandwich. Presented with Cibo, this market taps into London’s unrelented love affair with bread, with each offering stuffed to the brim with unctuous ingredients. Expect sarnies from the likes of Manteca, The Camberwell Arms, Lupa, Elliot’s, The Marksman, Brawn, Darby’s, Crispin, The Palomar and The Prince Arthur. Wrap it up with an olive oil ice cream sandwich from Toklas’ new head baker, and the job’s a good ‘un.

Details: From 11am until sellout (or 3pm, whichever comes first) at Toklas Bakery (9 Surrey St, London WC2R 2ND).

Charity Super.Mkt

From 10 July, Charity Super.Mkt is open at Greenwich Peninsula for a seven-week residency, bringing local and national charities together to retail a curated selection of pre-loved fashion under one roof. Totally free to visit, the project is spearheaded by some of retail’s most brilliant minds – so you can expect to find some real gems. Nearby, visitors can also find a technicolour crazy golf course and art instalations and refuel at Canteen Food Hall & Bar.

Details: Charity Super.Mkt runs at NOW Gallery until 31 August 2025.

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Star-Studded Drawing Exhibition

Drawings by Es Devlin, Tracey Emin, David Hockney, Catherine Goodman, Antony Gormley, Alice Oswald, Cornelia Parker, Rufus Wainwright, Tim Burton and even the King are now on display (along with sketches by plenty of other artists) in celebration of 25 years of London’s Royal Drawing School. The Power of Drawing is a free exhibition showcasing the work of these artists along with reflections on the importance of drawing in their lives and practice.

Details: The Power of Drawing runs until 26 July 2025 at The Royal Drawing School (19-22 Charlotte Road, London EC2A 3SG). The Royal Drawing School is open Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm and Saturdays 10am to 4pm. Free entry, booking required.

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A Journey Of Alignment

Looking to align mind, body and spirit this weekend? Join London wellness club Grey Wolfe for an evening with renowned energy facilitator and chiropractor Dr. Brett Jones to learn the techniques and practices we need for a more balanced and harmonious life. Expect to learn how unprocessed trauma is stored within the body, and discover your innate ability to self-heal through breathwork, energy, presence and movement.

Details: 5 to 8pm Sunday 13 July 2025 at The Other House (15-17 Harrington Gardens, South Kensington, London SW7 4JJ). Tickets are £10pp plus a booking fee.

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New Listening Bar

London’s music scene is booming, and the latest listening bar on the scene is hidden beneath Virgin Hotels London Shoreditch. Seating up to 38, Hidden Grooves is a Japanese-inspired hi-fi listening bar celebrating the art of deep listening, offering music-themed cocktails, sharing plates and an extensive vinyl collection. This weekend, there are two special events to know: on Friday 11 July, UK hip hop titan Chris Read will curate a night of funk and soul classics (8 to 11pm), while on Saturday 12 July it’s over to Andrew Thomson, the man who signed SOPHIE, for an evening of expertly selected Balearic, cosmic disco, funk and soul tracks (5 to 11pm).

Details: Hidden Grooves (45 Curtain Rd, London EC2A 3PT) is open everyday from 8am to midnight, closing at 1am Thursday to Saturday.

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See Aboriginal Art

While a solo exhibition wows audiences on the opposite side of the globe in Melbourne, catch work by Naomi Hobson, a leading light in contemporary Aborignal Art, at Rebecca Hossack Gallery in London this summer.

Details: Open Monday to Saturday 10am to 6pm at 2a Conway St, Fitzroy Square, London W1T 6BA. rebeccahossack.com

Nostalgic Dinner

Mount St Restaurant, one of London’s loveliest (and artiest) eateries, is throwing it back with a retro menu throughout July. Think vol-au-vent and arctic rolls with a fine dining twist.

Details: The special menu is available throughout July for lunch and dinner at Mount St. Restaurant (First Floor, 41-43 Mount St, London W1K 2RX), Monday to Saturday from midday to 10pm and lunch on Sunday from midday. Prices start from £80 for three courses, with optional wine pairings available from £44.

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Aperitif Hour

Perched atop the National Portrait Gallery, Richard Corrigan’s Portrait Restaurant is ringing in summer with a new daily aperitif hour in partnership with Champagne Pommery. Expect a delightful selection of new cocktails elevated with Pommery, available for just £8 each everyday from 4.30 to 6pm, best enjoyed while soaking up the restaurant’s panoramic London views. Feeling peckish? A special sumer set menu will also be available, with two courses for £35 or three courses for £39.

Details: Aperitif Hour takes place from 4.30 to 6pm daily until the 31 August at The Portrait Restaurant (2 St Martin’s Place, London WC2H 0HE).

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Visit The Globe

West End prices may be soaring but, with tickets starting at just £5pp, visiting Shakespeare’s Globe is always a good idea. Expect a more relaxed vibe than at other London theatres – emulating the atmosphere from the Bard’s day, might we add – with stellar performances from new and established thespians alike. Current plays include Romeo and Juliet and The Merry Wives of Windsor, with Twelfth Night and Troilus and Cressida set to premiere later in the season.

Details: Matinee and evening performances play every weekend, with evening performances running all week too at Shakespeare’s Globe (21 New Globe Walk, London SE1 9DT).

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Rooftop Party

Sea Containers’ rooftop bar 12th Knot is turning up the volume this weekend – and every Saturday night for the rest of summer. From 4pm, the rooftop bar and terrace – which boasts idyllic views of the London skyline – will be transformed into a sizzling celebration of rhythm, culture and connection, hosted with Champagne Laurent-Perrier.

Details: Every Saturday from 4pm until 30 August at 12th Knot (Sea Containers, 20 Upper Ground, London SE1 9PD).

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Matcha Cocktails

Matcha lover? Try your favourite green beverage in a new form this weekend: Nobu Hotel London Portman Square has launched its summer terrace in leafy Marylebone, offering iconic Nobu dishes, sharing plates and unique JENKI Matcha Cocktails. The Yuzu JENKI Punch blends Roku Gin, JENKI Matcha, yuzu and vanilla with coconut water; the essence of a refreshing summer serve. As for the non-alcoholic option, sip the equally refreshing Minted Matcha: JENKI Matcha mixed with mint, shiso, lime and soda.

Details: Open all summer long at Nobu Hotel London Portman Square (22 Portman Square, London W1H 7BG).

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Saturday Lunch Deal

Speaking of bargains, London’s loveliest group of wine bars, Humble Grape, has launched a special Saturday lunchtime deal, offering a burger and Bordeaux for just £20. Tuck into a delicious lamb burger with harissa aioli, cabernet sauvignon pickled red onion, rocket, and chunky hand-cut chips, whilst sipping on a fresh and full-bodied Château Franc-Baudron, Recto, 2020, A.O.C, Bordeaux, France – as chosen by Humble Grape’s expert sommeliers.

Details: Available every Saturday from midday to 4pm at Humble Grape’s Battersea, Canary Wharf, Crouch End and Islington wine bars.

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Cocktails On The South Bank

Where better to enjoy a weekend sunny spell than the riverside? London’s South Bank is a buzzy haven activity come summer, and this year’s activations are popping up one by one. This weekend, Black Lines’ new pop-up at the National Theatre is on our hit list. Think ice-cold, on-tap spritzes, margaritas, palomas and more. Throughout summer, a line-up of DJs and live acts will also soundtrack the 500-capacity terrace.

Details: The Black Lines pop-up is open until September at River Bar (National Theatre, Upper Ground, London SE1 9PX).

Visit The National Gallery

Though it has been closed since February 2023, The National Gallery’s Sainsbury Wing is paramount to the world-class museum, which houses more than 2,300 paintings from the British collection. Two years later, visitors are finally being invited back to see the refurbished entrance hall – and the doors are finally open. Here’s what you need to know.

And if you fancy staying a while, here’s what you need to know about the National Gallery’s new membership scheme, Supporters’ House.

Al Fresco Afternoon Tea

We all love afternoon tea. But now the sun is shining, it’s time to go al fresco. Head to Number Sixteen to enjoy the private garden – a peaceful sanctuary in the heart of the city. As the garden blooms, tuck into quintessentially British afternoon tea; think finger sandwiches, fresh-baked scones, delicious flakey pastries and an extensive selection of teas.

Details: Available from 1 to 4pm Monday to Sunday at Number Sixteen (16 Sumner Pl, South Kensington, London SW7 3EG). Afternoon tea is priced at £35pp or £47 with a glass of Rathfinny Rosé 2019.

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V&A’s Cartier Exhibition

The V&A’s latest exhibition for fashion lovers has landed: Cartier features more than 250 objects, tracing the evolution of the maison’s art, design and craftsmanship since the three grandsons of founder Louis-Francois set to create the first globally recognisable jewellery house at the turn of the 20th century. Plus, it features this impressive tiara. To celebrate the archival jewels on show, The K Bar at The Kensington has launched a Hidden Gems cocktail menu; try the four bejewelled cocktails before heading to the V&A around the corner.

Details: Cartier runs until 16 November 2025 at the V&A South Kensington (Cromwell Rd, London SW7 2RL). Tickets start from £27 and can be booked at vam.ac.uk. Book a table at The K Bar at doylecollection.com

Jazz Brunch

On the last Saturday of every month, The Marylebone’s 108 Brasserie hosts a delightful Jazz Brunch. Expect champagne on arrival, bottomless appetisers and a pie room filled with decadent desserts – plus live jazz all afternoon.

Details: 12.30 to 4pm on the last Saturday of the month at 108 Brasserie (108 Marylebone Ln, London W1U 2QE) – meaning the next instalment is 26 July.

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Visit A Dreamy Art Installation

Brookfield Properties and The Association of Women in the Arts have teamed up to present a free-to-view installation in the heart of the city. Glassed in Dreams transforms the light-filled atrium of skyscraper 100 Bishopsgate with the dreamlike glass sculptures by conceptual artist Gabriele Beveridge, curated by Vassiliki Tzanakou. Blurring the boundaries between inside and out, the work explores perception, presence and collective experience.

Details: Glassed in Dreams is on display at 100 Bishopsgate until February 2026.

London’s Musical Theatre Bar

What is threatreland missing? A Broadway-worthy musical theatre bar – and our prayers have finally been answered. The Room Where It Happens blends old-world elegance in a transformed townhouse on Greek Street with the reckless, late night abandon of show tune lovers. Guests will sing and dance the night away from Thursday to Saturday, with professional actors as singing servers and a resident pianist igniting a singalong from 9pm.

Details: The Room Where It Happens is open Thursday to Saturday from 5pm to 2am at 5 Greek St, London W1D 4DD. Bottomless Brunch is served on Saturdays from midday.

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Royal Gemmology Workshop

Fan of the Royals? This is the workshop for you. Hosted by the opulent Peninsula London, which opened just last year, the Crown Jewels Tour and Gemmology experience commences with a private guided tour of the magnificent crown jewels at their home, the Tower of London, where they have been guarded since 1661. Then return to the hotel and immerse yourself in the wonders of Garrard, the Royal family’s first Crown Jeweller. The Peninsula is home to a glimmering Garrard boutique brimming with beautiful gems, and guests can learn all about them in a masterclass led by the in-house gemmologist. After a chance to don replica Royal tiaras for yourself, end the experience with a delicious signature Peninsula Afternoon Tea to feel like royalty yourself.

Details: The Crown Jewels Tour and Gemmology experience is available for a maximum of three guests at a time, priced at £605 for groups of one to three.

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Slow Sundays At Oren

Nothing says ‘winter’ like a warming stew. Head to Dalston’s beloved Oren this weekend to enjoy the three-course ‘Slow Sundays’ menu inspired by the slow-cooked stews and bakes of the Middle East, North Africa and Mediterranean. Start with a mezze of the restaurant’s classic small plates family-style, followed by warming mains and a pudding of spiced quince crumble.

Details: Available on Sundays at Oren (89 Shacklewell Lane, Dalston, London, E8 2EB), and priced at £32pp.

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Build A Terrarium

Bring some brightness to your living space with your very own beautiful (and low maintenance) terrarium. If you fancy making your own, join Katie and Lucas in Tottenham for guidance and all the materials you need to craft your very own oasis.

Details: Sessions take place on Saturdays in Tottenham, priced at £70 per person. Find out more at wecandoo.uk

Waterside Champagne Brunch

Another weekend, another brunch – and this one is brand spanking new. Head over to Marceline in Canary Wharf this weekend to enjoy its delicious Champagne Cellar Brunch. Tuck into tasty treats (think croque monsieur, steak tartare, French toast and more) served alongside cellar price sparkling wines. Many bottles are reduced to less than half their usual list price, spanning a £35 Channing Daughters Bianco Pet Nat to £148 Dom Perignon and everything in between.

Details: Every Saturday and Sunday at Marceline (10 Water St, London, E14 5GX).

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Off Peak Brunch

Always forgetting to book until the last minute and then struggling to snag a table? Why not enjoy your poached eggs in the afternoon, instead? London’s premiere brunch spot has launched a brand new off-peak menu – and it’s mouthwateringly delicious. Priced at only £18pp, the menu begins with a juicy mimosa, then choose two dishes from the 13 small plates on offer, spanning everything from spicy Shakshuka to Scrambled Eggs & Smoked Salmon (with a moreish potato bhaji), classic Eggs Benedict to three choices of slider (perfect for an afternoon treat), to the light, refreshing and seriously beautiful Breakfast Bruschetta. End with a small dessert – a berry pancake, caramelised banana waffle or vegan pumpkin pancake – for an extra £4.50 and you’ll be satisfied all day long.

Details: The Table’s Off Peak Brunch is available from Friday to Sunday, 2pm to 4pm, and you need to book ahead to try it. Available at both venues: Battersea Rise (35-37 Battersea Rise, London SW11 1HG) and Southwark (83 Southwark St, London SE1 0HX).

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Arty Afternoon Tea

Laze away a weekend afternoon with an arty afternoon tea at Rosewood London’s stunning Mirror Room. Carefully designed by chef Mark Perkins, the skill of renowned Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai is emulated across striking Art Cakes and dishes inspired by his landscapes and portraiture.

Details: Available every afternoon from midday–5.45pm at Mirror Room (Rosewood, 252 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EN).

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Visit The Lush Perfume Library

A trip to Lush is always a sensory experience. Even before stepping across the threshold, the heady scent of bath bombs, jellies and creams trickles out onto the pavement – drawing in shoppers by the nose. But the British label is expanding its fragrance empire with the arrival of the Lush Perfume Library, which has now officially opened its doors in Soho. Read more about the new concept store here.

Details: Lush is open 11am–6pm from Monday to Saturday, and 12pm–6pm on Sundays (67-71 Beak St, Soho, London W1F 9SW). Find out more at lush.com

Play D&D

Whether you’re a total newbie, a Stranger Things fan, or a veteran player, RPG Taverns is the place to be for Dungeons and Dragons fans. Book ahead or just turn up with all materials provided, from Gamemasters to dice, minis, electronic maps, and an immersive living world, with sessions lasting anywhere from two and a half to three hours.

Details: RPG Taverns is open Tuesday–Sunday at COLAB Tavern, 16 Harper Rd, London SE1 6A. Tickets are £15.

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Doggy Brunch

How better to celebrate the weekend with your bestie than heading to doggy brunch? Head down to Marylebone with your four legged bestie to try The Cavendish’s brand new weekend brunch, pawfect for pooches. Furry friends can tuck into the likes of white fish, chicken and peanut butter, while their owners enjoy classics like a full English and eggs royale.

Details: 1–3pm every Saturday at The Cavendish (35 New Cavendish St, Marylebone, London W1G 9TR).

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Nobu Sushi Masterclass

Learn the art of sushi making from the masters this weekend in an intimate class (10 guests max) at Nobu Old Park Lane. Begin with a chilled glass of Champagne and watch the experts at work, before you roll out your own mat and craft one cut roll, one hand roll and three pieces of nigiri. Afterwards, settle down and tuck into your creations, plus some bonus iconic Nobu dishes, before heading home with a goodybag to remember the experience and continue honing your skills at home.

Details: Last Saturday of every month at Nobu Old Park Lane (19 Old Park Ln, London W1K 1LB). Slots are £250pp plus service charge.

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Natural Face Lift In Richmond

A natural face lift may sound too good to be true, but this is how HarSPA Richmond’s HIIT Facial and Stretch Treatment is best described. A truly rejuvenating experience, enter the spa at Harbour Hotel Richmond’s den of tranquillity, and emerge renewed. Created with UK-based sustainable skin and body care brand, Proverb, this facial is less about layers of serums and more about energising the skin and facial muscles for natural brightness and lift – all elevated with Proverb’s  gender-neutral, clean and natural skincare. Launched by former pro rugby player Luke Sheriff and his partner Kirstie, Proverb draws on athletic performance, and this facial really is a workout. Thanks to proven facial techniques to lift, contour and tone the skin, your circulation will be boosted bringing nutrients to the surface, and you will also benefit from lymphatic drainage, removing any toxic and waste. (Gua sha fans, this is your dream come true.) Afterwards, wind down from your workout (yes) in HarSPA’s idyllic facilities: luscious relaxation rooms, bubbly Scandi hot tubs in the garden, and a wellbeing juice bar to fuel your skin with lots of nutrients. For more fuel, Harbour Hotel’s laid back restaurant, The Gate, is the perfect pitstop – and the carrot salad is perfect (and very delicious) for any health-conscious visitors.

Details: The Proverb HIIT Facial and Stretch Treatment is available at HarSPA (Richmond Hill, Richmond TW10 6RP). The treatment is £68, with an exclusive gift when you book your first treatment. The Gate is located in Harbour Hotel (152–158 Richmond Hill, Richmond TW10 6RP).

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INKO NITO DJ Nights

Fancy starting the weekend with a bang? Every Friday, tucked away on Soho’s Broadwick Street, INKO NITO hosts vibrant and bustling DJ nights offering a mix of funk, soul, hip hop and deep house music alongside the unconventional Japanese robatayaki and sushi dishes that the restaurant is known for. Special dishes bespoke for DJ Nights will also be available, including Portobello mushrooms with smoked butter, sea bream with salsa rosa, Salmon teriyaki, and Kimchi rice.

Details: Every Friday at INKO NITO (55 Broadwick St, Carnaby, London W1F 9QS).

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Tuck Into West London’s Best Roast

Big words, but the Sunday roast at Chelsea’s No. 50 Cheyne is (rightly) the stuff of legend. Tucked away on Cheyne Walk – a stone’s throw from the River Thames and Albert Bridge with the King’s Road to the north – this light-filled brasserie is brimming with pretty flowers, bright interiors, and a buzzy atmosphere. Begin with a glass of fizz or treat yourself to a cocktail, before tucking into the legendary roast, choosing between 40 Day Aged Beef Sirloin, Roasted Cauliflower Heritage, Cumbrian Chicken or the restaurant’s prized 100 Day-Aged Belted Galloway Beef Rib Roast, with a limited quantity available. With Executive Chef Iain Smith inspired by a desire to first find and then cook London’s best roast, you’ll find all accompanied with perfectly roasted classic sides: roast potatoes (super crispy yet buttery soft in the middle, just as they should be), Yorkshire pudding (with a surprise stuffing ball nestled inside), huge glazed carrots and hispi cabbage, with a generous serving of gravy to boot. Divine. Best of all, this well-priced, in-demand roast is available on Saturdays as well as Sundays – but you’ll still need to be quick to cinch your table.

Details: Roasts are available every Saturday and Sunday at No. Fifty Cheyne (50 Cheyne Walk, London SW3 5LR), with prices starting at £25 on Saturdays and £28.30 on Sundays.

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MORE: London’s Very Best Roasts

Eat Viral Pancakes

Apple Butter is a buzzy all-day dining spot and home to some viral pancakes that are worth going out of your way for. There’s the original branch in Seven Dials, or head to the newly opened venue on Langham Place – a stone’s throw away from Oxford Circus – for all the goodness in a slightly more tranquil spot. There’s a full menu of delicious, middle eastern inspired plates, plus an extensive menu of hot and cold coffees and speciality lattes; the cinnamon roll latte is a real treat. But the moment we’ve all been waiting for: the pancakes. There’s a daily special flavour of uber fluffy pancakes, spanning the likes of strawberry cheesecake, lotus and white chocolate, hazelnut praline and, if you’re lucky, sticky toffee pudding – a rich, gooey marvel with dates and a sprinkling of sesame seeds. Divine.

Details: Find Apple Butter in Seven Dials (32-34 Monmouth St, London WC2H 9HA) and Langham Place (4-5 Langham Pl, London W1B 3DG). Tables are walk-in only. Good luck! applebuttercafe.com

Islington Square Saturday Market

Every Saturday, Islington Square is overtaken by a carefully curated weekly market in partnership with Urban Food Fest. Visit for mouth watering street food, unforgettable desserts and artisanal products alongside creative crafts for all the family.

Details: Every Saturday from 11am–5pm at Islington Square (116 Upper St, London N1 1AB).

Learn To Make Gelato

Say hello to warmer days with a gelato making session. Join Elisa and Fabiano in Wandsworth to learn all about the art of gelato and sorbet making, before tucking into your creation – 500g of it, no less.

Details: Sessions take place on Wednesdays and Sundays in Wandsworth, priced at £65 per person. See all of the details at wecandoo.uk

Skin Refresh For The Weekend

Skincare lover wondering what to do in London this weekend? Cult skin clinic Skin Laundry is pioneering the non-invasive laser facial, and we’d highly recommend it. With a limited number of services available, expect high quality, clinically proven treatments delivered by warm clinicians, many with no down time at all and some with instant glowy results. Unsure what to go for? Book a consultation and step into the calming studio ready for a candid conversation with one of the friendly clinicians regarding your skincare goals. They’ll guide you through the whole process, explaining why the lasers work, and what results you can expect. And even though ‘laser’ might sound daunting, don’t worry: it doesn’t hurt in the slightest. Already sold? Join the Skin Laundry club for multiple monthly facials and exclusive discounts on all services and products.

Details: Skin Laundry is open everyday in Chelsea (69A King’s Rd, London SW3 4NX), Soho (9 Newburgh St, Carnaby, London W1F 7RL) and Hampstead (68 Heath St, London NW3 1DN), 10am–8pm with reduced hours on Sundays.

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The Leo Green Experience

Live music and jazz fans should flock to QT this weekend, where The Leo Green Experience celebrates the best sax solos centre stage, putting a high-energy sax twist on the biggest hits of the last 30 years. Featuring table service delivering an array of small plates and cocktails, there’s an old school vibe with an easy breezy air: think drinking, dancing and eating while Leo and his band raise the roof.

Details: Every Friday and Saturday evening from 7.30–9.15pm and 9.45pm–1am at QT (Middle Eight Hotel, 66 Great Queen St, London WC2B 5BX). Tickets are £25 for general admission, or £35 for seated table service.

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Sound Healing At The Mandrake

Seeking some serenity? Experience the transformative combination of Reiki and Sound Healing every Saturday at The Mandrake Hotel, guided by skilled sound healer Maria Lodetoft. Expect Reiki healing amid the soothing soundscape of alchemy crystal singing bowls, producing tones and frequencies thought to align the chakras, calm the mind, and open the heart.

Details: Every Saturday at 11am at The Mandrake Hotel (20-21 Newman St, London W1T 1PG). Places cost £40pp.

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Live Music Bars

There’s only one thing better than live music: live music with a glass of something in your hand. London’s live music bar scene is thriving – it always has been – and from jazz clubs to hi-fi DJ venues, there are plenty to choose from. Our favourite this winter is Brilliant Corners, a vibrant yet moody spot tucked away in Dalston, serving natural wine, zingy cocktails and a delicious seasonal five-course set menu inspired by the izakaya of Japan.

Details: Brilliant Corners is open 5pm–1.30am on Fridays and Saturdays and 4pm–midnight on Sundays at 470 Kingsland Rd, London E8 4AE.

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Columbia Road Flower Market

Brighten the gloomy winter days with a trip to London’s premiere flower market this weekend: Columbia Road. Taking place every Sunday between Bethnal Green and Hoxton, it attracts people from far and wide in droves and for good reason, offering a glorious slice of unchanging London life, with reasonable prices across flowers and bulbs, succulents and houseplants. With a rainbow of vibrant colours, it’s hard to resist succumbing to the classic Instagram shots. Afterwards, head into Shoreditch, or grab a bagel on the ever-popular Brick Lane.

Details: Sundays, 8am–2pm at Columbia Road, Bethnal Green E2 7RG. Find out more at columbiaroad.info

Go Bowling

OK, OK, a generic weekend suggestion – but London’s bowling alleys are some of the nation’s best. Whether you’re looking to host a big birthday blowout, make plans with friends or you’re in need of new date ideas, you’ll bowl everyone over with these spots.

Learn To Make Pasta

Wondering what to do in London next weekend? Try your hand at the Italian art of pasta making at Pasta Evangelists’ Pasta Academy in Farringdon. Expect to learn all about the best ingredients and techniques, and eat your creation at the end, too. Read our review of the Beginners’ Class here.

Details: Pasta Evangelists’ Pasta Academy (62-63 Long Lane, Barbican, London EC1A 9EJ). These classes are extremely high-demand, so your weekend activity will inevitably be booking ahead for a future weekend.

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