From Six Nations to Henry V: Five things to do in London this weekend

After the triple threat of Storms Dudley, Eunice and Franklin we’re looking forward to some calmer weather this weekend.

With the Six Nations in full swing and several new plays and exhibitions to see, there’s plenty of exciting things to do in the capital with your days off.

From new exhibitions to charity nights out, here are five events happening in London this weekend, February 25 to 27, we think you should check out.

Stephen Hawking exhibition at the Science Museum

Science Museum, Exhibition Rd, South Kensington, SW7 2DD Till June 12 Free

If you’re a fan of legendary cosmologist Stephen Hawking, you should definitely check out the Science Museum’s new free display which gives a glimpse into his life and work. ‘Stephen Hawking at Work’ gives visitors the opportunity to see Hawking’s rare PhD thesis, his spectacles adapted to aid communication and even an invitation to the time travellers’ party Hawking hosted.The display also includes his wheelchair and one of Hawking’s most treasured office possession - a blackboard filled with academic doodles and jokes.

Stonehenge exhibition at the British Museum

British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B 3DG Till July 17 Adults £25 Under 16s Free when accompanied by an adult

This fascinating new exhibition at the British Museum showcases objects such as the 3,600-year-old Nebra Sky Disc, which looks to shed light on the secrets and stories of the world’s most awe-inspiring ancient stone circle. The bronze disc is believed to be 3,600 years old dating back to the Bronze Age and is the world’s oldest surviving map of the stars. The event aims to shine more light on the 4,500-year-old heritage site that is surrounded by such mystery.

Watch Kit Harrington as Henry V at the Donmar Warehouse

Donmar Warehouse, 41 Earlham St, WC2H 9LX UK Till April 9 Tickets £10 to £50

Watch Kit Harrington in the title role of Henry V at the Donmar Warehouse. As England triumphs at the Battle of Agincourt during her quest to win the French crown, Henry V becomes one of the great warrior kings leading “we happy few, we band of brothers “ in Shakespeare’s retelling of this famous victory. Shakespeare’s ever popular play is a thrilling study of nationalism, war and the psychology of power.

Directed by Donmar Associate Director Max Webster, this piece explores what it means to be English and our relationship to Europe, asking: do we ever get the leaders we deserve?

Watch England take on Wales at a Six Nations screening

Various bars February 26

Taking place between February 5 and March 19, the anticipated Six Nations rugby tournament is back for 2022, and this time we’re allowed to watch in the pub, with friends, and a pint this year. LondonWorld has put together a list of fun places to watch it. The Rose in Fulham - has plenty of craft pints to go round. The Flat Iron Square in London Bridge will feature live discussions and reviews with special guests and a complimentary Guinness on arrival.

And King’s Cross bar Rotunda will be screening all the Six Nations action on their large HD plasma screen.

Grand Funk for Refugee Community Kitchen

Doña Bar, 92 Stoke Newington High St, N16 7NY February 26 8pm to 1am £5 Minimum donation

Looking for a night of live jazz and some fine funk n’ soul dancing, while supporting a good cause? Get yourself to the Doña Bar in Stoke Newington on Saturday night. All ticket proceeds will be donated to the Refugee Community Kitchen, a fantastic charity which serves nutritious food without judgement throughout London.

Grand Funk hopes to bring a new experience of music and visual arts with face paints being offered for a small extra donation. This will certainly be a wholesome night to be remembered.