18 unmissable things to do this May

Situated in the beating heart of the city, Madison London boasts an illustrious panoramic view and one of London's most renowned cocktail experiences. This Spring, Madison is shaking things up and curating the future of mixology through its brand new cocktail menu designed by newly appointed Bar Manager and Mixologist, Eduard Balan. Forget 'shaken, not stirred' and think maceration, clarification and percolation!

The London Eye creates the most photographic floral experience on Saturday 18th May ahead of the official launch of the Royal Chelsea Flower Show. Find out more about how you can experience a unique garden whilst taking in the iconic view of London, soaring 135m over the heart of the city here.

Aperol Spritz is turning 100 and has never looked better. Kicking off the birthday celebrations in London on May 23rd, The Aperol Big Birthday Social will run over nine days at the Shoreditch Electric Light Station from May 23rd-May 26th and again from May 29th to June the 1st, marking the milestone birthday in true Italian style.

We're obsessed with by CHLOE.'s Afternoon Tea which features a delicious platter of plant-based tea sandwiches and colourful cakes (think red velvet cupcakes and rainbow star scones) which taste as good as they look. The afternoon tea is priced at £20 per person and is available every weekend from 2:30pm to 6:00pm. See you there, yeah?

From the magic of Madonna, to the dazzling delusion of Dali and wonder of Warhol, 100 Wardour St celebrates the innovation, imagination and inner turmoil of the world's finest creative figures with a brand new cocktail menu.Created by Bar Manager Marco Sangion and Head Mixologist Federico Pasian, this audacious menu launches on 15th April and blends together the spirit and passion of these creative icons through mind-blowing mixology. Following in the footsteps of these legends, 100 Wardour St will begin with cherished, conventional cocktail ingredients then proceed to distort and disfigure them into a pioneering concoction of intrepid flavour combinations. It's a farewell for Margaritas, and a new dawn for 'Por Diego' - tequila, Aperol, lime and sweet chilli sauce as fiery as Frida.

You have the apron, but you lack the skills. BBQing is harder than it looks, and if you're hell bent on having a nice one this month, make tracks to The BBQ Club. This riverside pop-up will see you getting stuck into six courses, all of which you'll have a hand in cooking. You'll have a timer to know when to turn what, and because BBQing is thirsty work - a bar to keep you happy and hydrated.

Courtney has been under the covers with many, but not usually in front of a live audience. It's time to get tucked in with all your favourite songs that have been covered in one way or another by all your favourite artists. Lay back and enjoy the caress of those romantic satin sheets as she strips some songs down and flips others on their back to show you just how gender fluid and genre fluid a great song can be!The sweet dreams Courtney spins will leave you pillow fighting and pillow biting.

Is there a month that goes by where we don't think of bottomless brunch? Probably not. Patterns in Brighton have just released the news about their bottomless brunch, and it's quite the looker. Get ready for two hours of non-stop prosecco, bloody marys and mimosas and a unique brunch dish from Lucky Beach. Costing £29 with a view of the seafront, you're onto a weekend winner with this boozy spectacle.

Desperately want to go to the Caribbean but you're totally broke? You don't need to buy an expensive flight fare, silly. You can just hop on the tube to Camden. York and Albany have plonked a tropical rum shack in their intimate courtyard and it's sure to whizz you away to tropical climes. It has a £29 price tag per person but you'll be treated to a Light 'N' Breezy cocktail upon arrival, and a selection of Caribbean-inspired dishes.

Swinging has taken on a whole new meaning in Liverpool, and it's all thanks to Junkyard Golf. This crazy golf course is newly opened, bringing with it nine different holes to maneuver your golf ball across. Decorated with broken car parts, jungle quirks and creepy clowns, it's a great shout for date night, and you'll also be glad to know that the cocktails here are just as Instagrammable as the interiors.

Remember that episode of Friends - the one where Ross is 'fine' and drinks more margaritas than you can shake a bag of limes at? The tequila-laced cocktail might not have helped him out with that Joey and Rachel situation, but we're still massive fans of the classic concoction. And if you are too, you should get a ticket to Margarita Rumble. Taking place in Manchester, this festival promises bottomless margaritas and a chance to vote for your favourite sip of the day.

Fulham Beach is back, and this year the beach paradise has been given a jungle twist with dangerously comfortable day beds, cute as hell huts and colourful cabanas, where you sip cocktails and feel the sand in between your toes. But wait - there's more. Entry to the pop-up is £5, and you can experience bottomless brunch, cinema screenings, beer pong and mini golf, depending on what day you decide to pay it a visit.

A Sherlock Holmes-themed bar has come to London but it's not your regular kind of watering hole. The Mind Palace will see you going up against Moriarty's right-hand man, solving three different cases, in a bid to win booze. With a complimentary welcome drink and a beverage if you make it to the end of the game, it's the perfect excuse to text into your Whatsapp group and gather your gang.

Whatever floats your boat? Alfred Le Roy is a bright blue canal boat that will take you on a two-hour mini voyage down the River Lea and like any good canal boat, it will have a bar stocked with boozy beverages. This cute little experience will only set you back £10, and even if the weather doesn't play ball, it's fully sheltered so you don't have to panic about getting your hair wet when running to the bar for another glass of Pinot.

The Murdér Express is pulling in to Pedley Street Station once again but this time around it's carrying the world's most valuable diamond (think The Titanic necklace, but five times the value). Encouraging you to help solve some brutal murders as you tuck into five delicious dishes from Masterchef winner Laurence Henry, it's defo one for the bucket list.

Secrets; we were never the best at keeping them. Which is why we're going to let you in on this one. The Lost Love Speakeasy is rolling into town this May and it promises a night of glitz and glamour worthy of the roaring '20's. Only problem is, you have to secure your tickets in a secret sale drop, which is why you need to keep a keen eye out on DesignMyNight. Promising an immersive night in NYC with an incredible story line and incredible food, there's no way you're to miss it.

On Friday 10th May, Magic Radio is bringing back its glittering musical concert to London's West End. Expect to see a 60 piece orchestra and performances from the cast of Disney's Aladdin, Jesus Christ Superstar, SCHOOL OF ROCK and Come From Away to name but a few.

Ethically minded brides-to-be, head down to Brides Do Good's pop-up store in Bicester Village until 28th May to browse some pre-loved dresses that are perfect for your wedding day. Up to two thirds of funds raised from Brides Do Good sales are invested into charity programmes that empower young girls and ensure safe access to quality education for vulnerable children. So you can't really go wrong, can you?