Miss Marple & a Marvellous Lunch: Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel with Happy Place Book Club
THE PIG-near Bath | Wednesday 21st October 2025Gather 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
£120 per person
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 browse and buy 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...
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 – but you’re more than welcome to stay and relax in the bar, or in one of our cosy lounges to enjoy another tipple or two… and dive straight into your new book!
How much?
£120 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.
Please note, this is an adults-only event so you must be 18+ to buy a ticket.
Things to note
Sharing Tables:
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.
Dietary Requirements:
If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know ahead of time so we can ensure everyone is well catered for.
Dogs:
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.
Photography:
Photography and video recording may take place at this event for promotional purposes by THE PIG. If you prefer not to appear in photos or video, please let us know in advance or speak to a staff member on the day. Full privacy details are available here: https://www.thepighotel.com/privacy-policy/
About Fearne Cotton (our friend and yours!)
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About Lucy Foley
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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.
