17 July 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Enjoy it while it lasts.

RELAX
Beach at The Grove
What: The Grove Hotel installs a real-life sandy beach with bar, spa hut and activities for kids.
Why: Summertime, and the living is easy.
When: Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri.-Sun., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Chandlers Cross, Hertfordshire, WD3 4TG (01923 294204).

ENTER
Release 1.0
What: Design competition scouts cool new merch for museum gift shops.
Why: Winning entry will be sold at the Guggenheim Berlin and ICA London, among others.
When: Now-20 Oct.
Where: Online at releaseonedotzero.com.

DO
Butter London Pedicure
What: Soothing treatment (London’s first using the ecofriendly varnishes) includes salt scrub, massage and fast-drying polish.
Why: It’s no mean feet.
When: Daily, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: Float, 2a Bridstow Pl., W2 5AE (020 7727 7133).

The Paradise Guide to Better Yourself
What: Learn burlesque, salsa, tango, wine tasting and bag making at this series of evening arts-based classes.
Why: Self-improvement.
When: Mon., 7:30 p.m.
Where: Paradise by way of Kensal Green, 19 Kilburn Ln., W10 4AE (020 8969 0098).

WATCH
The Female of the Species
What: New feminist comedy directed by Roger Michell of Notting Hill and Enduring Love.
Why: Go play.
When: To 4 Oct. Tues., Thurs. & Fri., 7:30 p.m.; Wed. & Sat., 2:30 & 7:30 p.m.
Where: Vaudeville Theatre, 404 Strand, WC2R 0NH. Tickets at 0844 412 4663 or online at vaudeville-theatre.co.uk.