London - June 19, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Watch this (small) space.

WATCH
‘The Smallest Cinema in the World’
What: Six-seat mobile cinema plays Annika Eriksson’s film about the lesser-known activities and hidden secrets of a park.
Why: It’s a small world after all.
When: Sun.-28 Sept. Thurs. & Fri., 2-8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Various locations in Regent’s Park, NW1.

ESCAPE
Babington House
What: Nick Jones’s groovy hotel opens to all after a stunning refurb.
Why: Get your summer set.
When: Now.
Where: Babington, nr. Frome, Somerset, BA11 3RW (01373 812266).

SEE
London-New York-Bristol
What: Private works from around the world, including never before seen pieces by Warhol, Banksy, Hirst and the Chapman Bros.
Why: Jet, set, go.
When: To 12 July. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. By appointment only.
Where: Mount Street Galleries, 94 Mount St., W1K 2SZ (020 7493 1613).

STAY
The Lovestruck
What: Romantic mobile hideaway for rent, complete with double beds, wood-burning stove, dining table and oven.
Why: Carry on camping.
When: Wedding nights, festivals or weekend retreats.
Where: Online at thelovestruck.co.uk.

EAT
Taste of London
What: Open-air food fest showcases tasting menus from the likes of China Tang, Le Gavroche, Tom’s Kitchen and more.
Why: It’s very, very tasty.
When: Thurs., noon-6 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., noon-4 p.m. & 5:30-9:30 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Regent’s Park, Marylebone Green (entrance opp. Park Square Gdns.), NW1. Tickets online or call 08712 305581.

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