Fearne Cotton's Happy Place Book Club: Miss Marple & A Marvellous Lunch with Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel
THE PIG-near Bath | Wednesday 21st October 2026Gather around the table at THE PIG-near Bath for an exclusive afternoon of storytelling, seasonal lunch and seriously good company as Fearne Cotton is joined by author Lucy Foley to celebrate her brand-new novel, Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel.
12:30pm - 4:15pm
£110 per person
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We love bringing a good gang together in a warm, cosy space to share chats over great food, generous pours… and a really good ‘who-dunnit?’.
That’s why we’re delighted to welcome bestselling author Lucy Foley to THE PIG-near Bath this October, as a special part of Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place Book Club – celebrating the latest addition to the Miss Marple series: Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel.
Co-authored by Lucy Foley and the estate of Agatha Christie, join us at our Somerset PIG to dig into Miss Marple’s latest mystery and an afternoon of lively conversation, a laidback (and properly moreish) PIG lunch - plus the chance to have your book signed before you head home.
We’ll welcome you into our house with a Marasca Mystery – a Miss Marple-inspired Cherry Brandy tipple! – to enjoy as you take your seat at the table with a glass of fizz and plenty of Piggy Bits to graze on before we kick off the conversation.
As the last of the nibbles are polished off, settle in while Fearne sits down with Lucy to chat about the inspiration behind Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel, the return of Miss Marple and the stories behind the pages. There’ll be plenty of time at the end for you to ask your own questions, too!
You’ll then tuck into a wholesome and hearty two-course PIG lunch with perfectly paired pours of wine. And, before you head home, you’ll have the chance to purchase your own copy of Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel: The New Miss Marple Novel and a selection of books by Lucy Foley and Fearne Cotton, courtesy of the local legends at Toppings Bookshop – and have your copies signed by the authors.
Fancy a peek at what we’ll be dishing up on the table Take a look at the menu below!
When, where, how much...
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When & Where?
We'll be gathering at THE PIG-near Bath on Wednesday 21st October 2026.
What time?
Arrive at our place from 12.30pm to enjoy a Miss Marple-inspired cocktail before we settle in for some fizz and plentiful Piggy Bits to graze on.
Lunch will be served at 2pm and we’ll wrap up in the restaurant at around 4.15pm after the book signing.
How much?
*Please note this event has now SOLD OUT*
£110 per person, which includes a Marasca Mystery welcome tipple, Piggy Bits and a glass of fizz, followed by a two-course PIG lunch with perfectly paired wine.
The wine will be generously poured, so we suggest you order a taxi… or better still, turn the afternoon into a little getaway and stay with us for the night so you can really make the most of it! Book a stay here.
You’ll have the chance to purchase your own copy of Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel: The New Miss Marple Novel and a selection of books by Lucy Foley and Fearne Cotton, courtesy of the local legends at Toppings Bookshop – and have your copies signed by the authors.
Please note, this is an adults-only event so you must be 18+ to buy a ticket.
Things to note
This event features sociable shared tables, creating a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. If you've booked with friends, please let us know in advance so we can make sure you're seated together. We'll have everything prepared before you arrive, right down to personalised place settings at each table.
If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know ahead of time so we can ensure everyone is well catered for.
While we love your four-legged friends, we’re unable to welcome dogs inside the hotel, with the exception of guide dogs, who are always warmly welcomed. We’re very happy for your dogs to join you in our grounds and outside terraces, although we kindly ask that they stay away from our kitchen gardens.
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About Fearne Cotton (our friend and yours!)
Fearne Cotton is a mental health advocate, best-selling author, long-standing broadcaster, founder and creator of the Happy Place brand, which she has been thoughtfully curating and building since 2017.
About Happy Place Book Club
Happy Place Book Club is a monthly reading community created by Fearne Cotton as part of her Happy Place platform. It celebrates books that encourage reflection, emotional wellbeing, personal growth and compelling storytelling.
Each month, Fearne selects a new title and invites readers to read along together. The club also features interviews with authors, discussion prompts and podcast episodes that explore the book's themes in greater depth.
About Lucy Foley
Lucy Foley is a No.1 Sunday Times, Irish Times and New York Times bestselling author, whose contemporary murder mystery thrillers have sold over five million copies worldwide.
She is a Waterstones Thriller of the Month author, a three-time nominee at the British Book Awards, and The Guest List was a Reese’s Book Club pick. As a lifelong Agatha Christie fan, Lucy has also contributed to Marple, a collection of short stories featuring the legendary detective.
About the book: Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel
Agatha Christie’s iconic Miss Marple, reimagined by the globally acclaimed and Sunday Times bestselling author Lucy Foley. Set high in the Swiss Alps, with glorious mountain views and exclusive access to powdery slopes, the Grand Alpine Hotel draws guests from far and wide.
But when a guest enters a gondola alive, only to be found dead at the top of the mountain, it’s clear there’s a killer in their midst. Enter Miss Marple…
