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Celebrating those little moments of light relief

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## Lockhart’s ridiculous Valentines 

First thing’s first: we know [Gilderoy Lockhart](https://www.wizardingworld.com/writing-by-jk-rowling/gilderoy-lockhart) was one of Hogwart’s worst Defence Against the Dark Arts teachers (which is saying something, given that list included Professor Umbridge and a Voldemort-controlled Professor Quirrell) and, yes, he was extremely arrogant and full of his own importance. But, when everyone else was living in fear of an unknown monster busily Petrifying people, Lockhart hit upon a bizarre little morale booster just in time for Valentine’s Day. Harry might not have appreciated being serenaded by a surly-looking messenger in golden Cupid’s wings who was unafraid to kick people in the shins, but we have to hand it to Lockhart – those singing Valentines were pretty funny.

## When Neville’s Boggart became Snape in a vulture-topped hat

If you think about it, Boggarts are the perfect example of the importance of light relief. Imagine the thing you are most scared of in all the world, and then make it ridiculous. Laugh at it, and it will go away. There’s a metaphor to be explored here, but for now, let’s just remember the fact that a) Neville Longbottom’s greatest fear was Professor Snape and, b) that he confronted that fear in Boggart-form by imagining Snape dressed in his grandmother’s highly unique get-up. Lace-trimmed dress, crimson handbag, vulture-topped hat and all. Ha! indeed. 

## Fred and George’s final goodbye to Umbridge

We could have picked any number of [Fred-and-George moments](https://www.wizardingworld.com/features/fred-and-george-weasleys-best-one-liners) for this list. The extra-long tongue they gave Dudley Dursley as a parting gift. The (generally) gentle mockery they dished out to perfect Prefect Percy (and, later, Ron). The way they gifted Harry the Marauder’s Map when he was forced to miss out on those Hogsmeade trips. But their final Hogwarts exit has to be top of the list, especially given they did it with such style that even Peeves had to salute them. Replacing a school corridor with a Portable Swamp was pretty impressive. Freeing their chained-up brooms and riding off into the distance complete with still-fastened iron locks was pretty daring. And their swaggering sign-off was pretty funny…

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‘If anyone fancies buying a Portable Swamp, as demonstrated upstairs, come to number ninety-three, Diagon Alley – Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes,’ he said in a loud voice. ‘Our new premises!’

‘Special discounts to Hogwarts students who swear they’re going to use our products to get rid of this old bat,’ added George, pointing at Professor Umbridge.

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All this, and it bought Harry valuable time to talk to Sirius and Lupin. Personally, we agree with Professor Filch. It was a really good bit of magic.

## Bill and Fleur’s wedding

After Dumbledore’s death, and before the Horcrux hunt, Bill and Fleur’s wedding provided Harry with, as he himself thought of it, *“one last golden day of peace… to enjoy with Ron and Hermione.”*

Even before he embarked on the gruelling task that lay ahead, Harry knew hunting Horcruxes would be no picnic. And without Dumbledore, he was in a particularly dark and perilous place. So the fact that a wedding was taking place at all might have seemed incredible – but the fact that it was taking place at all was also a testament to the very things he was fighting for. Sure, he may have been disguised as a Weasley cousin and sure, it didn’t end that well, but Harry got to spend some extra hours at The Burrow, surrounded by people who cared about him, watching two people in love get married, and witnessing the Lovegood’s amazing wedding outfits. Honestly, what could be better?


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## When Hagrid threw a ‘Support Harry Potter’ party

It wasn’t discreet. It wasn’t sensible. Even for Hagrid, the timing was shocking. But to throw a ‘Support Harry Potter’ party and risk being captured by Death Eaters, just as Harry himself was living through the darkest times of his life – well, it was also a brilliant way to show defiance and spirit. And Hagrid always knew how to lift Harry’s spirits, even when he was miles away. 

## Ron’s one-liners

Like Fred and George, Ron had a knack for comedy, although in his case it was more sarcasm and jokes than magical pranks. He certainly also had his weaknesses – envy, occasional rudeness, that whole deserting-his-friends-in-the-middle-of-a-crisis thing – but whenever he and Harry fell out, it was noticeable how much more serious things seemed. He knew how to lighten the mood, did Ron, and such a skill should never be underestimated. Maybe that’s why Dumbledore left him the Deluminator. After all, he might have deserted his friends, but as Harry said, he also came back – with his quips and his buoyant energy firmly back in place.

We think our favourite one-liner of Ron’s was his comment about Peeves’ Battle of Hogwarts song, which he delivered as he was exhaustedly shepherding his friends out of the Great Hall and mourning the loss of his brother:


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Really gives a feeling for the scope and tragedy of the thing, doesn’t it?

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See? Dumbledore was right. To paraphrase something he said in the *Prisoner of Azkaban* film, happiness can be found even in the darkest of times – you just have to remember to turn on the light.

The best moments from Harry's summer trips to The Burrow

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## When Harry arrived at The Burrow for the first time 

We have to begin with the moment that Harry saw the ramshackle yet ‘brilliant’ home of his best friend for the very first time. After spending the long summer days locked in the suburban prison of [4 Privet Drive](https://www.wizardingworld.com/writing-by-jk-rowling/number-four-privet-drive), being rescued and whisked off to a magical home must have a dream come true. For Harry and this former pigsty, it was love at first sight and it soon became another home for him.

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It looked as though it had once been a large stone pigsty, but extra rooms had been added here and there until it was several storeys high and so crooked it looked as though it was held up by magic (which, Harry reminded himself, it probably was). Four or five chimneys were perched on top of the red roof. A lop-sided sign stuck in the ground near the entrance read ‘The Burrow’. Round the front door lay a jumble of wellington boots and a very rusty cauldron. Several fat brown chickens were pecking their way around the yard.

‘It’s not much,’ said Ron.

‘It’s brilliant,’ said Harry happily, thinking of Privet Drive.

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## Fred and George’s Filibuster fireworks display

Harry’s initial love for [The Burrow](https://www.wizardingworld.com/quiz/the-burrow-quiz) only became stronger after he spent the summer there. In fact, he said the month he spent with the Weasleys had been ‘the happiest of his life’. Surrounded by the hustle and bustle of a loving family, the many excellent meals whipped up by Mrs Weasley and with a bit of extra magic thrown in, we can see why Harry was even a little reluctant to return to Hogwarts. The fireworks display that Fred and George put on during their final evening was the perfect way to end what had been a fantastic summer holiday.

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On their last evening, Mrs Weasley conjured up a sumptuous dinner which included all of Harry’s favourite things, ending with a mouthwatering treacle pudding. Fred and George rounded off the evening with a display of Filibuster fireworks; they filled the kitchen with red and blue stars that bounced from ceiling to wall for at least half an hour. Then it was time for a last mug of hot chocolate and bed.

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## The night before they all headed off to the Quidditch World Cup

Obviously, going to see the final of the [Quidditch World Cup](https://www.wizardingworld.com/writing-by-jk-rowling/history-of-the-quidditch-world-cup) was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that was hard to beat. Yet, we always thought that some of the happiest and most joyful times Harry had came from smaller moments – and the evening at The Burrow before heading off to the match is an excellent example. From Bill and Charlie’s table battle to eating outside on a balmy summer’s evening, there was no doubt that Harry had fun – which is something his life often seemed to lack.


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The source of the commotion was revealed as they entered the garden and saw that Bill and Charlie both had their wands out, and were making two battered old tables fly high above the lawn, smashing into each other, each attempting to knock the other’s out of the air. Fred and George were cheering; Ginny was laughing, and Hermione was hovering near the hedge, apparently torn between amusement and anxiety.

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## Playing Quidditch in the orchard

Harry and Quidditch went together like salt and pepper – they were just the perfect match. So, Harry must have adored being able to spend his days playing his favourite sport in one of his favourite places. And luckily for him, most of his summer trips to The Burrow seemed to involve playing this beloved wizarding sport in the Weasleys’ orchard.


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Harry remained within the confines of The Burrow’s garden over the next few weeks. He spent most of his days playing two-a-side Quidditch in the Weasleys’ orchard (he and Hermione against Ron and Ginny; Hermione was dreadful and Ginny good, so they were reasonably well-matched) and his evenings eating triple helpings of everything Mrs Weasley put in front of him.

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## His seventeenth birthday 

Birthdays for Harry were historically dreadful – well the Dursleys were hardly going to make effort, were they? Yet, Harry’s seventeenth was a pretty good one (despite the shadow of Voldemort’s return). Not only did Harry get to spend the day with those he cared about the most – and got to eat an excellent birthday cake shaped like a Snitch – but he also received a birthday present from Mr and Mrs Weasley that meant the world to him. This moment proved that he was definitely one of the family and belonged right there at The Burrow. 

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‘It’s traditional to give a wizard a watch when he comes of age,’ said Mrs Weasley, watching him anxiously from beside the cooker. ‘I’m afraid that one isn’t new like Ron’s, it was actually my brother Fabian’s and he wasn’t terribly careful with his possessions, it’s a bit dented on the back, but –’

The rest of her speech was lost; Harry had got up and hugged her. He tried to put a lot of unsaid things into the hug and perhaps she understood them, because she patted his cheek clumsily when he released her, then waved her wand in a slightly random way, causing half a pack of bacon to flop out of the frying pan on to the floor.

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## Harry’s birthday present from Ginny

If we’re talking about birthday presents, we also have to mention Ginny’s present to Harry. Though they had split up before this point, Harry and Ginny’s kiss at The Burrow was something Harry wasn’t going to forget about for a long time...

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‘So then I thought, I’d like you to have something to remember me by, you know, if you meet some Veela when you’re off doing whatever you’re doing.’

‘I think dating opportunities are going to be pretty thin on the ground, to be honest.’

‘There’s the silver lining I’ve been looking for,’ she whispered, and then she was kissing him as she had never kissed him before, and Harry was kissing her back, and it was blissful oblivion, better than Firewhisky; she was the only real thing in the world, Ginny, the feel of her, one hand at her back and one in her long, sweet- smelling hair –

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## Bill and Fleur’s wedding

Our final favourite moment from Harry’s trips to The Burrow has to be Bill and Fleur’s wedding. Ok, so this event may not have ended in the most positive way – the Ministry of Magic falling will have that effect – but for the most part, it was a happy and brilliant day. The Burrow, which was always full of love, was the perfect setting for this young witch and wizard to say their vows. And while Harry may have been a little hot in his disguise as Barny Weasley, we’re sure even he appreciated just how special this moment was. 


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The tufty-haired wizard raised his wand high over the heads of Bill and Fleur and a shower of silver stars fell upon them, spiral- ling around their now entwined figures. As Fred and George led a round of applause, the golden balloons overhead burst: birds of paradise and tiny, golden bells flew and floated out of them, adding their songs and chimes to the din.

The summer holiday crossword

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And remember to select "Show Magic" in the settings to see a little magical tomfoolery as you play. Enjoy!

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__And remember, you can play more wordsearches, crosswords and Number Magic challenges over at our [puzzles hub](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/potter-puzzles). Get cracking!__

The most inspiring examples of love in the wizarding world

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## The many wonderful romantic relationships 
Well, we can’t talk about love without mentioning all the brilliant couples in the wizarding world. There were Molly and Arthur who’d had a strong and loving partnership since their days at Hogwarts. Ron and Hermione whose relationship had been a slow burn from best friends into something more. Tonks and Remus who had to break down barriers, including Remus’ low self-esteem stemming from being a werewolf, to eventually be together. And Bill and Fleur, whose powerful connection eventually managed to change his family’s preconceived notions about her. And these are just a handful of the strong pairings found in the wizarding world – there are so many other excellent illustrations of romantic love. Many of these couples (if not all) also had to overcome forces that were trying to keep them apart – whether those obstacles were external like the rise of Voldemort, or internal such as their own stubbornness. Yet ultimately, they all demonstrated the enduring power of love.

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## The love between families
If there is one example of love that really stands out, it is that of the families of the wizarding world. Whether they’re those related by blood or those that have chosen to be each other’s family. The Weasley clan definitely had a strong bond – even when it was tested by Percy’s estrangement. What made them doubly special, was how they were willing to welcome others into the fold with open arms (with the brief hesitation when it came to Fleur). Harry was welcomed as a bonus Weasley from when he was in first-year and Molly sent him one of her signature hand-knitted jumper for Christmas. And they weren’t the only family who truly demonstrated what love means – the Lovegoods also cared deeply for one another. When Luna was taken by the Death Eaters, Xenophilius would have done anything to get ger back, including going against all his principles and turning Harry over to the Death Eaters. There were also the Longbottoms who stuck together through adversity. There was Sirius who took his role as godfather to Harry incredibly seriously... we could go on and on. Though one thing is for certain, and that is family (in whatever form it took) was a powerful example of love in the wizarding world. 

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## The strong friendships in the magical world 
The power of friendship is something that should not be overlooked. After all, if it wasn’t for Harry Ron and Hermione’s bond, you could argue that Harry would not have been able to defeat Voldemort. Each of them brought something unique to their friendship, such as Harry’s bravery, Hermione’s cleverness and Ron’s loyalty. There is no doubt in our minds that they were always strongest when together. And they were by no means the only fantastic friendship to be found in the wizarding world. Seamus and Dean were rarely without one another for instance. Fred, George and Lee were the perfect pranking trio. Lily and Snape demonstrated you could be friends with someone from a different house. And without the four Marauders (yes, even Wormtail at one point), there would never have been the Marauder’s Map, which proved to be vital on more than one occasion. Platonic love can be just as strong as romantic love.

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## Witches, wizards and magical creatures 
One form of the love in the wizarding world, that we want to shine a light on, is the bond between humans and magical creatures. Hagrid was someone who perfectly encapsulated this. He adored creatures of all kinds and always saw the good in them – even when many others could not. It took a certain kind of person to be doe-eyed over an Acromantula, three-headed dog, baby dragon or a Blast-Ended Skrewt and happily raise them – yet Hagrid managed to. Another person who had a deep affection for all fantastic beasts was Newt Scamander. As a Magizoologist his whole life was dedicated to creatures, and he always showed them respect and kindness. From the beasts he kept in his case, to the menagerie in his basement, you know that every single one of them was cared for and valued. We think that the love Hagrid and Newt had for every creature was incredibly pure and other people in the wizarding world could have learnt a lot from them. 

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Hagrid sat outside of his hut playing the flute. Fang is lying on the grass in front of him.

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## The many sacrifices characters made
When Lily Potter was killed by Voldemort, she invoked an ancient and incredibly powerful magic… love. It was the love she had for her son that made her willing to sacrifice her own life to save his. And it was that love that not only saved Harry from the Killing Curse when he was an infant, but also protected him from Voldemort until he was seventeen years old.

And Lily wasn’t the only one prepared to sacrifice themselves for those they cared about, this was something Harry did too. At the end of the Battle of Hogwarts he willingly went to meet Voldemort in the Forbidden Forest – knowing he was walking to his death. He knew that if he surrendered, he would save his friends, chosen family and those that were fighting with him. Luckily, we know he survived a second time – but at that moment he certainly didn’t.

Finally, another quieter sacrifice that we have to mention was when Hermione erased her parents’ memories of her and sent them to Australia. It was her love for them that drove her to do this. She knew that it was the only way to keep them safe from Voldemort while she embarked on the hunt for Horcruxes. Though it must have been unbearably painful for her, it was also a very brave and selfless thing for her to do. 

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## Love for the wizarding world 
Both times when Voldemort tried to make a grab for power, there were plenty of people who decided to stand against him and tried to defend the wizarding world. Whether they were in the Order of the Phoenix, Dumbledore’s Army, or just opposed Voldemort’s abhorrent views, they did what they could to protect the world that they cherished. They didn’t want it to become something that was rooted in hatred, fear and disdain for those who weren’t pure-bloods. And while the magical world had its faults and was in no way perfect, there were many that loved it because it was their home, and worth defending from evil. 

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Play Round Four of Quiz Championship: Hogwarts house pride edition

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Get ready for Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter 

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Something extremely magical is coming to Tokyo – and is set to be one of the biggest magical experiences for fans yet. Yes, tickets for Warner Bros. [Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter](https://www.wbstudiotour.jp/en/about/) are now on sale.

The Tokyo branch of the Studio Tour will not only have exclusive Wizarding World treats on offer – but invites you to visit the biggest Harry Potter shop in the world as part of your visit. 

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As with other Studio Tours around the world, Japan-based Harry Potter fans can expect to visit authentic sets, props and costumes made by the original British filmmakers. The Studio Tour in Tokyo is a brand-new experience, and the first tour of its kind to open in Asia, where fans can step behind the scenes and discover the world of film production through the medium of witchcraft and wizardry.

For those unfamiliar with the Studio Tour, visitors will be able to visit the iconic Great Hall set, walk along the cobbled streets of Diagon Alley and traipse through the mysterious Forbidden Forest. You’ll bump into magical creatures, observe gorgeous costumes and take part in magical activities, such as broom riding and Butterbeer drinking.

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Fans will also get to immerse themselves into iconic Wizarding World moments, such as appearing in a moving Hogwarts portrait or stepping into the crowd of a Quidditch match, just as if you were a wizard or witch yourself. 

The Platform 9 ¾ set was created by the original Harry Potter filmmakers using authentic techniques. It’s home to the Hogwarts Express which is an original British steam locomotive that was built in 1929 called The Dumbleton Hall. Operated by the Great Western Railway, it continued to run for over 35 years until it was retired. The locomotive was refurbished in England, then shipped to Japan to take up its position at the Studio Tour. 

Torben Jensen, VP and GM Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter said: “The Studio Tour is a completely new experience for Harry Potter fans in Japan and I’m so excited to open the doors on 16th June.  In addition to fantastic interactive features, multiple photo opportunities and the world’s largest Harry Potter shop, the Studio Tour will exclusively showcase a number of incredible film sets that are one of a kind.” 

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Alongside Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts fans will be able to seek out some of their favourite locations from the films: The Great Wizarding Express, for example, is a set that is exclusive to Tokyo, which appeared in *Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore*.

The train carriage is art deco in styling, to match the era, and is decorated with ornate detailing throughout recreating the appearance of birdseye maple, ebony and brass inlay strips.  Depicting the scene where Newt Scamander leads an intrepid team of wizards, witches, and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous mission, the mannequins display the costumes of Newt Scamander, Jacob Kowalski, Theseus Scamander, Bunty Broadacre, Yusuf Kama and Eulalia “Lally” Hicks.

The Studio Tour will also be home to the largest Harry Potter shop in the world, featuring 14 themed sections that are decorated with over 7,000 bespoke and specially sourced props. The areas are beautifully designed and take inspiration from elements of the shops on Diagon Alley including Honeydukes, Ollivanders and Flourish and Blotts.

A huge range of products will be available to buy, many of which have been exclusively developed for Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo. In addition, visitors can enjoy a choice of restaurants and cafés which will serve a celebration of traditional British fare such as fish and chips, roast beef, English breakfast and Afternoon Tea. Delicious.

Get ready for a summer of magical delights out in Tokyo! It’s going to be a big one.

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Tickets for Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo will be on sale from Wednesday 22nd March at 2pm JST, available to purchase for visits between 16th June to the 30th September, 2023. [Visit the official website for details.](https://www.wbstudiotour.jp/)

Seven magical things to look forward to in The Harry Potter Wizarding Almanac 

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Bloomsbury Children’s Books is proud to present *The Harry Potter Wizarding Almanac*, a rich and colourful new tome for the whole family to dig deeper into the wizarding world. [You can pre-order here.](https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/discover/superpages/harry-potter/the-harry-potter-wizarding-almanac-pre-order-offer/)

Published by Bloomsbury in the UK and Scholastic in the US in October 2023, this visual compendium is richly illustrated and packed with all sorts of magical tidbits about the Harry Potter stories – some you may know, some you may not, all wrapped up in gorgeous new illustrations by seven talented artists: Peter Goes, Louise Lockhart, Weitong Mai, Olia Muza, Pham Quang Phuc, Levi Pinfold and Tomislav Tomić. 


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You can expect to see charts, maps, lists, timelines, handy guides, favourite quotes, cheerful infographics and much more in this celebration of J.K. Rowling’s epic book series. And even we, as your Wizarding World experts, learnt a few new nuggets as well! 

Here are seven fantastic pages of the book for you to take a sneak peek at.  

## 1. No sock is left unturned 

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The wizarding world is a visual spectacle – and this book celebrates every little detail of it with love and care; like this page, (drawn by Louise Lockhart) which illustrates some of our favourite character outfits. Enjoy new interpretations of these memorable wizarding fashion moments, from Mrs Weasley’s jumpers to Dobby’s socks. Of course, everyone has a different aesthetic, especially Rubeus Hagrid and his go-to outfit for smart occasions – his brown, hairy suit. 

Beyond clothes, other pages of the book will take you to the Hogwarts library to study book titles, an unruly collection of household pests reveals some of the magical nuisances of the wizarding world, and ‘Fantastic Treats and Where to Find Them’ may make you hungry, mapping out a dedicated spread of magical foods!

## 2. Transport yourself to magical locations

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Oh, to be able to casually tap on a seemingly innocuous brick wall and find yourself in Diagon Alley. Well, the Almanac will do its best to take you there, and even invite you inside some of the most beloved shops. Here, we see a delightfully pink layout (as put together by Olia Muza) of Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes, Fred and George’s larger-than-life joke shop. Some of their most eccentric creations are displayed here, such as their mischievous Decoy Detonators and a colourful array of Skiving Snackboxes.

This is just one shop window we happen to be peering into. The rest of the book invites you to other locations, such as Gringotts, the Ministry of Magic, Grimmauld Place, The Burrow and, of course, Hogwarts itself. Merlin knows how they’re going to fit that big old castle into this book, but we’re sure an Extension Charm or two will help...

## 3. Take some ‘unguided tours’ with handy maps – including this stunning guide to Hogwarts

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We all get a little lost sometimes, and in the wizarding world, even more so than usual. Thankfully, the Almanac is here to help, and takes us on a few ‘unguided tours’ of key locations across the stories. Above, the Almanac artist Peter Goes has – rather brilliantly – made sense of the chaos that is Hogwarts castle, detailing its many floors and secret passages in this pièce de résistance.

Take a good look at this page to discover the locations of certain towers and rooms, a meticulous depiction of every Hogwarts floor (catch Fluffy on the third, obviously) and even where specific paintings and statues are, such as Lachlan the Lanky and the Fat Lady’s drinking buddy, Violet. You can even find the vanishing step, where Harry once got trapped sneaking around Hogwarts after dark, and the amount of time it takes to get to certain areas (about ten minutes from the Entrance Hall to the North Tower, apparently!).

The little illustrative moments will also make you smile, especially if you catch the reference. For instance, the little painting of a bowl of fruit is particularly special (Tickle the pear! If you know, you know!) and the Barnabas the Barmy tapestry is a reference to the bizarre tale of a wizard who once tried to teach trolls ballet. See what else you can find! 

We won’t blame you if you need to pore over this page for hours and hours.  

## 4. Top up your Harry Potter knowledge to 112 per cent!

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You think you know absolutely everything about Harry Potter – and then boom – someone asks you what wand core Remus Lupin has. Yes, life comes at you fast. (And it’s a unicorn hair, if you wanted to know.) Fortunately, the Almanac has you covered, and can provide all sorts of fascinating specifics to make you the toast of your next Harry Potter party. Take this page, for instance, illustrated by Weitong Mai,  which examines the wand cores of key characters from the Harry Potter stories, straight from the records of Mr Ollivander. Are there any cores here you didn’t know?

## 5. Explore detailed timelines of some of your favourite moments 

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Comb back through some of your favourite scenes from the Harry Potter stories with these comprehensive timelines – including the ending of *Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban’s* famous Time-Turner sequence, illustrated by Tomislav Tomić. Time travel is always quite complicated, where even the slightest amendment can change the course of history, so we are grateful for this log of events to remember exactly how Harry and Hermione saved the day. Just think, if Hagrid’s milk jug hadn’t smashed … it could’ve been a different ending for lovely Buckbeak.

You’ll also be able to navigate other trails of wizarding history – for example, you can examine every Hogwarts house point won and lost by Harry, Ron and Hermione in their first year, learn about the creation of Dumbledore’s Army and embark upon a potted history of Quidditch Through the Ages.

## 6. Search for hidden delights 

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Don’t turn the pages of the Almanac too quickly, for there are little easter eggs and miniature surprises to be found all over the book. Look out for hidden Horcruxes, constellations and Deathly Hallows, as you expand your wizarding education. Even the designs of certain pages contain multitudes – this character quotes spread, by Pham Quang Phuc, is designed to look like Dumbledore’s golden pocket watch, embossed with planets. Remember when we first saw it in *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone*? Yes, we also needed to remind ourselves! 

## 7. Discover new illustrative interpretations 

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Seven incredibly talented artists from across the globe contributed to this book, including some Harry Potter illustrator favourites in the form of Levi Pinfold and Tomislav Tomić, whose work you may recognise from the Hogwarts House Editions and Hogwarts Library editions respectively.

Each artist brings their own extraordinary creative vision to J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world. Just take a look at this ethereal celebration of the Patronus, as beautifully illustrated by Levi Pinfold, and learn about some of your favourite characters’ animal guardians. 

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And to think, this is just a small preview of what is to come. We hope you are as excited about this treasure trove of wizarding delights as we are.

*The Harry Potter Wizarding Almanac* will be released on 10th October, 2023 in hardback. The book  will also be published worldwide across 34 languages in translation, which are as follows:

- Bulgarian - Egmont Bulgaria
- Catalan - Grup62
- Chinese (Complex) – Crown Publishing Company
- Chinese (Simplified) – Pepople’s Literature Publishing House
- Czech – Albatros Publishing House
- Danish - Gyldendal
- Estonian - Varrak
- Faroese- Bókadeild Føroya
- Finnish - Tammi
- French – Gallimard Jeunesse
- German - Carlsen
- Greek - Psichogios Publications
- Hungarian - Central Publishing Group Ltd. Animus Books
- Hebrew – Books in the Attic & Yedioth Books 
- Italian – Salani
- Japanese - SayZanSha
- Kazakh - Steppe and World
- Korean – Moonhak Soochup 
- Latvian - Zvaigzne
- Lithuanian - Alma Littera
- Mongolian – Monsudar Publishing
- Norwegian - Cappelen Damm
- Polish - Media Rodzina
- Portuguese (Portugal) – Editorial Presenca
- Portuguese (Brazil) - Rocco 
- Romanian - Editura Arthur
- Serbian – Carobna Knjiga
- Slovenian - Mladinska Knjiga
- Spanish – Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial
- Swedish - Rabén & Sjögren
- Thai - Nanmeebooks
- Turkish – Yapi Kredi Yayinlari
- Ukrainian - A-BA-BA-HA-LA-MA-HA
- Vietnamese – Tre Publishing House

For more information, please visit:

[Bloomsbury.com](https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/discover/superpages/harry-potter/the-harry-potter-wizarding-almanac-pre-order-offer)

[Scholastic.com](http://www.scholastic.com/harrypotter)

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London announces new feature coming this summer: Discovering Hogwarts  

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Running from 2nd May to 4th September, fans visiting the Studio Tour can expect to get an even more thorough Hogwarts education this summer. The feature, named [‘Discovering Hogwarts’](https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/whats-on/discovering-hogwarts/), will divulge behind-the-scenes movie secrets about how the labyrinthine castle came to life on screen.

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During the feature, you will discover the secrets behind one of Harry’s first experiences of magic; Professor Flitwick’s Charms class. In a live demonstration, fans are invited to try their hand at Wingardium Leviosa and see how filmmaking techniques were used to bring the spell to life. Created using practical effects, rather than CGI, the magic was as simple as stringing a feather onto a fishing line. A technique described by Special Effects Supervisor, John Richardson, as ‘’going back to the silent movie era.”

For this feature, the extremely talented Special Effects Department will use a particular light effect to make the candles seem like they have real flickering flames and have been hung with over three miles of wire to give the illusion of floating. 

Speaking of floating, the Discovering Hogwarts feature will also explain how Professor Flitwick’s [Wingardium Leviosa](https://www.wizardingworld.com/features/five-times-wingardium-leviosa-came-in-handy) scene came to be – and you will be privy to the filmmaking secrets that made this levitating charm really pop on screen. In this case, some trickery with a fishing line was involved! 

Also, Hagrid fans will have a real treat to look forward to– the Discovering Hogwarts display boasts a live demonstration of how the effects team tackled the half-giant’s towering height – which involved the help of 6ft 10” rugby player Martin Bayfield, and quite an impressive prosthetic head. 

So, if you fancy a few Hogwarts secrets, we think you’ll enjoy this one. 

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For further details about Studio Tour and tickets for this particular feature, [do visit the official website. ](https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/whats-on/discovering-hogwarts/)

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