Many of Agatha Christie’s novels and short stories are set in London. This was where her detectives Hercule Poirot, Tommy and Tuppence resided and where Miss Jane Marple went on holiday. Agatha’s own relationship with the capital dated back to frequent childhood visits when she stayed with her relatives and in adulthood she moved there.

So how did London influence the Queen of Crime?

Tina Hodgkinson’s illustrated talk will take us on a mini city break, to explore some of the London locations that have a personal or literary connection with Agatha. Discover Agatha’s inspiration for the character of Miss Marple. Find out the places where she qualified and later worked with poisonous substances, that feature prominently so many of her stories. Hear about the infamous Detection Club, a social networking club for crime fiction authors, where they met and what they did in Agatha’s time. Find the location of several of her homes, from a charming mews house to an iconic block of flats. We will also follow in Agatha’s footsteps to visit some of the fashionable restaurants, luxury hotels and other locations that she and her characters frequented. Plus, as it is London Month of the Dead there will be a graveyard or two.