41 11 APRIL 2024 DON’T MISS THIS WEEK Book ahead Naomi: In Fashion Discovered by a talent scout aged 15 while shopping in Covent Garden, Naomi Campbell made history three years later in 1988 as the rst black model on the cover of Vogue France. This exciting exhibition at the V&A (from 22 June) charts Naomi’s career and showcases more than 100 of her most iconic out ts. Sarah Barratt Film Back to Black This compelling drama explores the romance behind Amy Winehouse’s hit album Back to Black. Marisa Abela (above) plays the singer who becomes obsessed with Blake Fielder-Civil (Jack O’Connell). It might divide fans, but it’s a thought-provoking watch that’s told from Amy’s point of view. Out tomorrow (12 April) Anna Smith TV The Regime With Kate Winslet (above) and Hugh Grant starring, Stephen Frears directing and scripts from Succession graduate Will Tracy, HBO’s political satire set in a crumbling mid-European autocracy comes with a strong pedigree. It’s distinctive – but the uneven tone and stylised performances may prove divisive. Sky Atlantic/NOW TV. Paul Kirkley FOOD AND FUN (Top to bottom): Turbot and crab baked beans from Angela’s, Margate; the Sunley Gallery at Turner Contemporary; Glaschu’s con t duck pithivier with cherry, almond, cabbage and spinach MARGATE KENT Once a traditional seaside resort, Margate is now a hipster hangout, with bars, galleries, restaurants and hotels a stone’s throw from its sandy beach. Highlights include the Turner Contemporary, named after the 19th-century painter (a regular visitor to the town). There is also TKE Studios, an exhibition space run by Tracey Emin, who was born and raised here. The current exhibition, We Do Not Sleep, showcases the power of female artists (weekends until 19 May). If you’re hungry, Angela’s of Margate is a small celebrated restaurant with a green Michelin star for sustainable practices. Sargasso, sister restaurant of London’s Brawn, is also highly-praised. To stay, few spots are as inviting as the 21-bedroom No.42 by GuestHouse, with its brilliant rooftop bar. For something more rock ‘n’ roll, check in at The Albion Rooms – the B&B owned by the Libertines. BRUTON SOMERSET This small town punches above its weight culturally speaking, largely thanks to the Hauser & Wirth art gallery, housed in a restored farmstead a 10-minute stroll from the main street. Alongside free exhibitions, visitors flock here to marvel at the glorious Oudolf Field garden – designed by planting legend Piet Oudolf. The nearby Newt, a hotel surrounded by a deer park, gardens and orchard, is also popular. After waltzing among the wildflowers, head to the newly refurbished Roth Bar (reopening 25 May). Or, for a more unique dining experience, try nearby Osip, where Michelin-starred chef Merlin Labron-Johnson is trusted to decide what guests will eat, based on what’s in season. Afterwards, rest up in the onsite 12-bedroom hotel Number One Bruton. If you can’t do without a menu, At the Chapel is a stylish all-day restaurant in a converted church, with eight airy bedrooms and a delightful onsite bakery and bar. GLASGOW SCOTLAND Scotland’s biggest city is often overlooked, given its abundance of beautiful parks, fashionable hotels and impressive galleries. The free-to-visit Kelvingrove Museum has 8,000 internationally significant objects, including a Van Gogh artwork. The city’s food scene is also thriving. For a purse-friendly pizza, Paesano is a popular spot. For something more deluxe, Glaschu (pronounced Glas-a-hoo, Gaelic for Glasgow) is a fine-dining restaurant serving dishes such as lobster ravioli and confit duck pithivier. Nearby Cathedral House, a boutique B&B with a Michelin bib gourmand restaurant, is a cosy spot to stay for the night. As the name suggests, some of the eight bedrooms boast cathedral views. BELFAST NORTHERN IRELAND Known for its industrial heritage and a troubled history, today Belfast brims with buzzy restaurants, hotels and sites of special interest. It was here that the Titanic was built and the Titanic Belfast exhibition at the former Harland & Wol shipyard provides a brilliant overview of the ship’s storied fate. In the city’s cobblestoned Cathedral Quarter, Michelin-starred The Muddlers Club – named after the secret society that once met here – has an open kitchen and seasonal tasting menu. Belfast also boasts dozens of boutique hotels, including the elegant Merchant in the former Ulster Bank HQ, House Belfast, a 31-bedroom bolthole and The 1852, whose two bars are lively at night. ST IVES CORNWALL Pretty streets, sandy beaches, boats bobbing about in the harbour and plenty of pasty shops – St Ives has got the lot. It’s also popular with artists, drawn by the unique quality of the light. As a result, there are dozens of delightful galleries to visit. Tate St Ives and Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden are popular, but the Porthminster Gallery, Penwith Gallery and New Craftsman Gallery are also well worth a visit. The town boasts a rich array of eateries, but the Porthminster Beach Café is hard to beat, o ering spectacular seafood, gardengrown produce and views of St Ives Bay. Nearby is the traditional Blue Hayes Private Hotel, overlooking the white sands of Porthminster beach. MACHYNLLETH POWYS A stone’s throw from Snowdonia’s misty mountains, this market town is a serene spot for a getaway. That is, except for 3-5 May, when it hosts its annual Comedy Festival (this year’s acts include Josh Widdicombe). The town is also home to the Moma Machynlleth museum of modern art. Housed in a converted chapel, it celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, with contemporary Welsh paintings and sculptures on show. After filling up on culture, head to The Wynnstay for local roast lamb. For a special occasion, the newly-opened Gwen restaurant o ers a 10-course tasting menu cooked in front of just eight diners. When darkness falls, the refurbished 13-bedroom Penmaenuchaf Hotel – surrounded by gardens and woodland – is a perfect spot to hit the hay and gather your strength for a day exploring the surrounding Unesco Dyfi Biosphere Reserve. Photographs: Alamy, Oliver Cowling / Tate, Benedict Johnson, Dave Benett / Getty Images for the Victoria & Albert Museum
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