And twenty!
In the wake of the twentieth anniversary of the release of the first film in the
Harry Potter
saga
, a plethora of activities to delight fans of the famous wizard can be found throughout London.
In addition to the essential spots linked to the saga, a few new features have recently emerged in the English capital.
We take stock below.
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A flying statue in Leicester Square
Harry Potter in his first Quidditch match, riding a Nimbus 2000, the ultimate wizarding broom.
PIPPEN / WARNER BROS.
This statue bearing the image of the young wizard was unveiled in October 2020 in Leicester Square - a stone's throw from Covent Garden, but did not receive the publicity it deserved, the fault of Covid.
This winter offers an opportunity to catch up.
She portrays Harry Potter in his first Quidditch match, riding a Nimbus 2000, the ultimate wizarding broom, in the inaugural installment of the saga,
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
.
Bronze statues from other iconic family films also feature in the square, such as those of Mary Poppins and the Paddington Bear.
Home to world premieres of successful films, Leicester Square was naturally chosen to house this statue.
Behind the Scenes at the Movies in Covent Garden
Harry Potter behind the scenes: this is what this exhibition of photos, sets and costumes offers.
Harry Potter Photographic Exhibition
Open this summer, this new exhibition is devoted to behind the scenes of the filming of the
Harry Potter
saga
.
It brings together hundreds of photos taken on the sidelines of the eight successive films.
We see the main actors captured on the spot but also
behind-the-scenes
videos
, comments from actors and directors, and the costume worn by Daniel Radcliffe to play his legendary character. The exhibition also testifies to the good atmosphere which reigned on the sets of the successful saga. In addition to the photographs and some decorations, the exhibition also provides the opportunity to have a souvenir photo taken on the famous Quidditch broom. Placed in front of a green background, it is fixed at mid-height, allowing to obtain a photo customized according to the universe of Hogwarts. A bar dedicated to
butterbeer
will then give the visitor the opportunity to taste this emblematic drink of the wizarding world.
The whole thing ends with a souvenir shop, where you can find a membership card for the Ministry of Magic, magic wands or the famous scarves of the Hogwarts uniform.
The plus:
ideally located in Covent Garden, this exhibition has the advantage of allowing a quick immersion in the world of Harry Potter, without having to leave the city center.
Allow about an hour on site.
The Harry Potter Photographic Exhibition.
London Film Museum, 45 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E 7BN.
Prices: 23 euros per adult, 17 per child.
Photo on the broom: from 17 euros.
Tickets can be purchased online and in advance on the exhibition site.
Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Sunday.
Lots of new stuff at Warner Bros. Studios.
The "Harry Potter studios" put on their winter clothes.
Warner Bros.
Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter
A must for fans, Warner Bros. Studios Studio Tour London - where you can discover the
making-of
of the shootings of the eight films - continue to enrich their offer and present new products. For the first time this year, the Forbidden Forest set has been covered with snow, reinforcing its mysterious, even disturbing dimension ... Diagon Alley and its many shops have also put on their white coat for the first time, just like Hagrid's hut or the impressive model of Hogwarts Castle. The Great Hall, also adorned with its winter finery, hosts tall pines at the tops of which miniature witches flutter.
The studios in the snow, it is until January 16, 2022. Tickets must be reserved as early as possible on the website.
Warner Bros.
Studio Tour London Studio Tour Drive Leavesden WD25 7LR.
From 55 euros per person.
And also...
In addition to these novelties, the House of MinaLima store in Covent Garden remains a big favorite of the “PotterHeads”.
It will immerse the visitor in the heart of the graphic universe of films, produced by the designer duo Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima.
It is in a pretty town house transformed into a den of wonders that their illustrations linked to the saga are displayed, but not only.
The two creators also exhibit their personal work there.
Everything is richly illustrated and colorful, and everything is for sale!
157 Wardour Street.
