The Almanac

Here you’ll find seasonal recipes from our kitchens, stories from our kitchen gardens, updates from each of our hotel locations, and news about events, experiences and exclusive offers. Whether you’re planning your next stay, looking for foodie inspiration, or just love what we do, this is where you’ll find the latest from THE PIG.
04 August 2026

PIG People: A day at Lymington Seafood Festival

Senior Sous Chef Tom Sheppard from THE PIG in the New Forest joined the Lymington Seafood Festival, celebrating fresh local seafood, seasonal cooking and our brilliant local producers.

29 July 2026

Well grounded

Discover the story behind GROUND Wellbeing founder Peigín Crowley and how her holistic approach to self-care shapes the treatments and rituals at the Fieldhouse spa at THE PIG-in the Cotswolds.

28 July 2026

PIG Picks: Summer favourites at THE PIG-near Bath

Our Somerset team lift the lid on their handpicked gems for a proper summer switch-off around our countryside patch. From rambles around Glastonbury to pint pit stops at a favourite country pub, take a peek at their must-dos for unbeatable views and watering holes worth knowing.

07 July 2026

A little time away, just the two of you

No itinerary required when you book a getaway to our house. Just a comfy room, something delicious to eat, and spending time together without needing to be anywhere else - the rest tends to take care of itself!

21 July 2022

#PIGpeople Our Sommeliers hit Tuscany!

Our Sommelier teams were lucky enough to visit Paolo at Tenuta Fertuna in Tuscany last month for the opportunity to visit the vineyard, see the process in person and meet the team working on the PIG Cut wines. We spoke to Head Sommelier at THE PIG-near Bath, Ed Osborne, about the trip…

01 April 2022

#PIGpeople: A Sommelier’s Travel Journal

Last week our Head Sommeliers jetted off to Piemonte to meet the producers behind the labels (and their families!), to tuck into seriously good food and sample some of the best wines the region has to offer. Ed Osborne, Head Sommelier at THE PIG-near Bath shares his travel journal with us.

07 March 2022

PIG People – International Women's Day Edition

Today is International Women’s Day, which celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women around the world! Whilst we can’t spotlight them all (though we wish we could!), we thought this would be the perfect opportunity to introduce you to a few of our brilliant, influential, and inspirational women within the #PIGpeople family, and gather their thoughts on what this day means to them - grab a cup of tea and have a read!

01 February 2022

A 3-minute chat with Cat, Head Therapist at THE PIG-at Harlyn Bay

Meet Cat, our Head Therapist at THE PIG-at Harlyn Bay...

21 January 2022

Sip with Seedlip and THE PIGs this Dry January

Many of us are trying Dry January this year or cutting down a bit this month after the Christmas festivities! We have shared our fantastic cocktail recipes using Seedlip from our Bar Team below so you can sip until your heart is content!

01 July 2020

HIX's Mutton Biryani

Our friend, chef Mark Hix, shares his Smoked & Uncut curry feast recipe with us!

16 June 2020

Wine Blast - our Podcast Pick

Susie and Peter are Masters of Wine, who work to spread the joys of wine, drink and food however they can. Robin Hutson, the man behind THE PIGs joins them on their podcast!

24 February 2020

Get to know Robin – the man behind THE PIGS!

Get to know the man behind THE PIGs Robin Hutson as he joins Holly Tucker on her weekly podcast.

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