London - November 09, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Show off, show up or show down: it’s all about looking good this weekend.

SEE
Rankin: the Series
What: Iconic photographer/ publisher/ film director starts six months of exhibitions of his photography.
Why: Monthly shows are entitled Erotica, Beautyfull and Me, Me, Me. Identify?
When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: The Gallery, 125 Charing Cross Rd., WC2H 0EW.

EAT
Acorn House
What: New ecofriendly restaurant in which everything that leaves the site can be recycled/composted.
Why: You won’t feel nearly as guilty when you order pudding.
When: Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. & 6-11 p.m.
Where: 69 Swinton St., WC1X 9NT (020 7812 1842).

DO
Heaven Facial
What: Treatment by facialist Deborah Mitchell using unique hypnotising massaging techniques.
Why: Serenity now. (Look ten years younger, too.)
When: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: The Hale Clinic, 7 Park Cres., W1B 1PF. Appointments on 08701 665544.

BUY
Hope @ Hamleys
What: Shop-fest with activities and free goodie bags for all the family.
Why: Ten per cent of sales go to Hope children’s charity.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-noon. Entry with Hope wristband (£5 at the door).
Where: Hamleys, 188-196 Regent St., W1B 5BT (08703 332455). More info at 07929 535892.

SEND
Sarah Hough Notecards
What: Beautifully illustrated cards for every occasion.
Why: ‘Tis the season to send your best wishes.
When: Soon; you know how slow Royal Mail can be.
Where: Online at notonthehighstreet.com.