The best things to do this weekend, 16-18 August
The best things to do this weekend, 16-18 August
Our top picks of the best things to get up to: family friendly theatre in Wimbledon, dining out and an exhibition in Clapham, live music in the park, and fun at Wisley!
Pictured: Eco, Clapham
Theatre
Sam Wu is NOT Afraid of Ghosts
Polka Theatre, Wimbledon
When a trip to the Space Museum goes terrifyingly wrong, Sam begins a mission to prove to everyone that he is a fearless space adventurer… A vibrant comedy ideal for families.
(c) Steve Gregson
Food
Eco
Clapham
Recently turned 30, Eco is a local Italian eatery on the High Street that has long become a neighbourhood favourite. The founder, Sami Wasif, was one of the first to bring sourdough pizza to the UK, and he still uses the same authentic recipe he brought over all those years ago. The pizzas, made with their own homegrown sourdough, are absolutely unparalleled, from an amazing chicken ‘nduja and chorizo pizza with roasted peppers, chillies, mozarella and fresh coriander, to a divine smoked aubergine and burrata pizza with baked garlic and basil pesto. This can all be enjoyed in a bustling and friendly atmosphere, with an open kitchen, so you can watch the expert chefs toss your pizza into the wood-fire oven.
Music
Lumos Live
Painshill, Cobham, 17 August
Lumos Live brings its ‘Sunset Candlelight Experiences’ to Painshill. The best hits from Hans Zimmer and more will be played surrounded by over three thousand LED candles, with bar and food vendors throughout the evening.
Art & Culture
Roland Young
Studio Voltaire, Clapham
An exhibition of drawings and works on paper celebrating the artistic practice of Roland Young (b. 1953–d. 2023). This is the first-ever institutional exhibition of his work.
Family fun
The Great Garden Adventure With Shaun the Sheep
RHS Garden Wisley
Kids can frolic with Shaun this summer as he learns top tips about how to grow scrumptious fresh food from the garden. With a family trail, nature workshops, straw bale maze, walks and talks as well as bookable clay model making.
