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Pub trivia – fun facts you didn't know about wizarding inns

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__Spoiler warning! There are some mild spoilers ahead – turn back now if you’re not familiar with the stories…__

## The Leaky Cauldron is the oldest pub in London

Despite what many [Muggles](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/muggles) think, the title of oldest pub in London goes to this well-loved wizarding establishment. Found on Charing Cross Road, the [Leaky Cauldron](/fact-file/locations/the-leaky-cauldron) was built in the 1500s – long before Charing Cross Road was even planned! Its true address is number one, [Diagon Alley](/fact-file/locations/diagon-alley).

## Muggles used to frequent the Leaky Cauldron

This wizarding institution wasn’t always a place that where only magical folk congregated. As it was built two centuries before the imposition of the International Statute of Secrecy, it was initially visible to Muggle eyes too. Muggles weren’t made to feel unwelcome or turned away. Having said that, thanks to the *interesting* conversations and even more *interesting* magical pets, many scarpered before finishing their mead.

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## Neville Longbottom and Hannah Abbott lived above the Leaky Cauldron

In a turn of events that we find extremely adorable, after leaving [Hogwarts](/fact-file/locations/hogwarts) not only did [Neville](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/neville-longbottom) continue his passion for magical plants as [Herbology](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/herbology) professor, but he also married [Hufflepuff](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/hufflepuff), [Hannah Abbott](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/hannah-abbott-fact-file). The happy couple decided to make a home for themselves living above the one-and-only Leaky Cauldron.

## A pub was the headquarters of a rebellion

Although we never learnt which one it was, according to *Sites of Historical Sorcery*, one of the wizarding pubs in [Hogsmeade](/fact-file/locations/hogsmeade) was said to have been the headquarters of the 1612 [goblin](/fact-file/creatures/goblin) rebellion. Could it have been the [Hog’s Head Inn](/fact-file/locations/the-hogs-head) which was known for its dubious dealings and schemes? Or perhaps it was the cosiness of the [Three Broomsticks](/fact-file/locations/the-three-broomsticks) that convinced the goblins to make it their base?

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## The Hog’s Head Inn was run by a Dumbledore

While [Albus Dumbledore](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/albus-dumbledore) ran Hogwarts, just down the road his brother, [Aberforth Dumbledore](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/aberforth-dumbledore-fact-file), ran the Hog’s Head Inn. Crochety and a big fan of goats, he and his brother didn’t always see eye-to-eye. Ultimately, they were both extremely good people and Aberforth even helped the resistance at Hogwarts after Albus’ death – thanks to a secret passage that connected the [Room of Requirement](/fact-file/locations/the-room-of-requirement) to his pub.

## Sybill Trelawney made her infamous prediction at the Hog’s Head Inn

The Hog’s Head Inn was the location of many crucial story moments from the founding of [Dumbledore’s Army](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/dumbledores-army) to [Hagrid](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/rubeus-hagrid) winning a dragon egg in a game of cards. However, there was one particular moment that changed the course of wizarding history forever. On a gloomy night, Albus Dumbledore went to interview [Sybill Trelawney](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/sybill-trelawney) for the role of [Divination](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/divination) teacher. He was thoroughly unimpressed until, among the ramshackle décor and sticky floor, she made her prediction about the boy destined to end [Voldemort](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/lord-voldemort) and rid the world of his evil!

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## Katie Bell was given the cursed opal necklace at The Three Broomsticks

Run by Madam Rosmerta, the Three Broomsticks was a warm and welcoming establishment in Hogsmeade. Yet Dark Magic still managed to worm its way in there in the form of the cursed opal necklace. Part of a clumsy attempt on Dumbledore’s life, [Gryffindor](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/gryffindor) Quidditch team member, [Katie Bell](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/katie-bell), took the necklace from the pub while under the influence of the [Imperius Curse](/fact-file/spells/the-imperius-curse) and narrowly escaped its deadly power.

## It wasn’t just witches and wizards who frequented the Three Broomsticks

Said to be as old as the only all-wizard village in Britain, the Three Broomsticks was a bit of a haven for all sorts of magical beings, such as hags, who couldn’t disguise themselves particularly well in the Muggle world. In fact, Ron and Hermione once thought they spotted an ogre!

Every quote to live by from your favourite witches

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1

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## The importance of keeping things in perspective

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‘Books! And cleverness! There are more important things – friendship and bravery…’

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Hermione Granger: Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone

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Despite being known for her exceptional brain power, [Hermione](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/hermione-granger) also knew the importance of nurturing the other elements of her personality too. It’s a lesson she learnt in her first year after finding genuine friendship. It is also one that we could do with remembering too.

## Don’t be afraid to be bold

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‘…anything’s possible if you’ve got enough nerve.'

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Ginny Weasley: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

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If you don’t ask you don’t get! As [Ginny](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/ginny-weasley) reminds us, if we shy away from a challenge, we’re never going to achieve our dreams. If we find our courage? Well, the world is our oyster.

## Be proud of who you are

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‘It’s high time your grandmother learned to be proud of the grandson she’s got, rather than the one she thinks she ought to have...’

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Minerva McGonagall: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

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The no-nonsense [McGonagall](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/minerva-mcgonagall) was a witch worth listening to! It’s all too easy to get caught up in the comparison trap, trying to think about who you *should* be and feeling inadequate next to others. However, you are brilliant just the way you are. You are one-of-a-kind. If the Head of [Gryffindor](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/gryffindor) can see that – so can you.

## There is always hope

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‘The things we lose have a way of coming back to us in the end. If not always in the way we expect.’

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Luna Lovegood: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

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When times are hard, it can be easy to give up hope and become despondent. Yet this poignant point from the wonderfully eccentric [Ravenclaw](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/ravenclaw) is a reminder that good days are on the horizon – even if we can’t quite see them yet.

## Don’t be afraid to dream big

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‘I’m hoping to do some good in the world!’

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Hermione Granger: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

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No matter who you are, you *can* make a difference. If you channel Hermione’s determination, we’re sure you will go on to do great and brilliant things.

## An excellent reminder

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‘A good first impression can work wonders.'

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Molly Weasley: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

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A sage piece of advice from [Mrs Weasley](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/molly-weasley)! She might have said this to Harry before his [Ministry](/fact-file/locations/the-ministry-of-magic) hearing, but we think this is something that can be applied to many different areas of your life. From making friends to job interviews, things are always easier if you start off on the right foot.

## Do what is right, not what is easy

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‘Well, if you two are going to chicken out, fine… I don’t want to break rules, you know. I think threatening Muggle-borns is far worse than brewing up a difficult potion.’

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Hermione Granger: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

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Hermione was the witch who once declared being expelled to be a fate worse than death. To hear her trying to convince [Harry](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/harry-potter) and [Ron](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/ron-weasley) to break the rules was rather shocking. Yet she raises an extremely valuable point. Sometimes you need to push the boundaries to do what is right. Following the rules can only go so far – especially if those rules cause more harm than good. It can be hard to stand up and be counted but we should all try to do so.

## Protect what is important

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‘I feel that if a single pupil wants to come, then the school ought to remain open for that pupil.’

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Pomona Sprout: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

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This was a brave statement from [Professor Sprout](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/pomona-sprout) in the wake of [Dumbledore’s](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/albus-dumbledore) death. [Hogwarts](/fact-file/locations/hogwarts) was so much more than a school. For many like Harry, it was a sanctuary and place they could call home. A place that should be protected. This is a sentiment we could all take on board. We should all work hard to take care of what, and who, is important to us.

## Don’t judge a book by its cover

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‘What do I care how ’e looks? I am good-looking enough for both of us, I theenk! All these scars show is zat my husband is brave!’

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Fleur Delacour: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

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You might think glamorous and goodlooking [Fleur Delacour](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/fleur-delacour) would also be extremely vain. Yet she wasn’t. Filled with self-confidence, she didn’t judge her husband based on his appearance – she knew it was the content of his character that truly mattered. That attitude is one we think everyone should embody.

## Boundaries are good

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‘I do not generally permit people to talk when I am talking.’

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Minerva McGonagall: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

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Quite right too! Don’t let anybody try to take your voice or diminish you. If someone tries to talk over you, channel your inner McGonagall and lay down the law – they’ll soon learn a valuable lesson.

Your birth month tells us your Harry Potter soulmate

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## January: The determined and dedicated Oliver Wood is your perfect match

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When considering your ideal partner, you don’t want someone who is afraid of commitment and isn’t willing to put the work in. You want someone who is going to give the relationship their all. This is why you and [Oliver Wood](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/oliver-wood) make a perfect pair. This [Gryffindor](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/gryffindor) proved his determination time and time again as [Quidditch](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/quidditch) Captain. He was always coming up with training techniques and drills to make the team better. Yes, some of his teammates might have complained about the early starts, but it didn’t put Oliver off… and it worked. That’s the type of dedication you admire.

## February: Your soulmate is the creative and eccentric Luna Lovegood

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There is nothing that bores you more than blending into the crowd. From your curious insights to your wacky wardrobe, you march to the beat of your own drum. You are proud to celebrate your uniqueness, and you are looking for a partner that doesn’t shy away from their individuality too. This is why [Luna Lovegood](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/luna-lovegood) with her [Spectrespecs](/fact-file/objects/spectrespecs) and radish-like earrings is your ideal match. The two of you would have a joyful relationship that celebrated creativity, eccentricity and a shared belief in the Crumple-Horned Snorkack.

## March: The brilliantly hilarious Ron Weasley is the one for you

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Life’s too short not to have fun. Who wants to be miserable? Yes, serious things happen but you still want to find the joy in life, and you want a partner who can do that too. This is why you and [Ron Weasley](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/ron-weasley) would make the perfect pair. From his ‘Merlin's most baggy Y-fronts’ exclamations to quippy ‘Oh, of course… I forgot we’ll be hunting down [Voldemort](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/lord-voldemort) in a mobile library’ comebacks – his quick with would keep you entertained for life.

## April: The elegant and poised Fleur Delacour is your ideal soulmate

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Graceful, elegant and gliding through life – that’s the ultimate dream. You aren’t interested in awkward situations and embarrassing encounters; you want life to be as serene as possible. As you want this from your partner too, you and [Fleur Delacour](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/fleur-delacour) would make a flawless duo. No matter what situation she faced – from walking into the [Great Hall](/fact-file/locations/the-great-hall) for the first time to rejecting [Yule Ball](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/yule-ball) dates, she was always perfectly poised which is something you appreciate.

## May: The thoroughly good Cedric Diggory is who you’re drawn to

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You have no time for people that like to play games in relationships. You abhor anyone who has a mean streak. You really can’t stand when people are rude to those around them. This is why [Cedric Diggory](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/cedric-diggory) is the perfect person for you. Despite being handsome, intelligent and an extremely talented wizard, this [Hufflepuff](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/hufflepuff) was also humble. He was *good*. He helped Harry despite him being his [Triwizard](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/triwizard-tournament) rival and never let being the rising star at [Hogwarts](/fact-file/locations/hogwarts) go to his head. Cedric is a partner you would always feel safe with… and he is perfect for you.

## June: Your soulmate is Lavender Brown who wears her heart on her sleeve

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As someone who is often described as vivacious and an open book, you have real difficulty bonding with people who are closed off or reserved. You find those who keep their cards close to their chest rather unsettling – which is why [Lavender Brown](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/lavender-brown) is your soulmate. Whether she was snogging Ron in front of the whole [Gryffindor common room](/fact-file/locations/the-gryffindor-common-room) or giving him gaudy necklaces as a token of her affection, she was not afraid of her emotions or letting everyone else see them. This type of openness is something you can’t help but be drawn to.

## July: Your perfect match is loyal Neville Longbottom

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Don’t underestimate [Neville](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/neville-longbottom). He might have initially been a clumsy underdog, but he soon surpassed that and became a [sword-of-Gryffindor-wielding](/fact-file/objects/the-sword-of-gryffindor) hero. One who was loyal to his friends, his school and loyal to what was right. As someone born in July, this is what you would like to find in a partner. You don’t want a person who could easily be swayed. You want someone who is as committed to you as Neville is to his [Mimbulus mimbletonia](/fact-file/plants-and-potions/mimbulus-mimbletonia), which is why he is the one for you.

## August: The logical and intelligent Hermione Granger is the one for you

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As somebody who is known for their sharp mind and love of learning, we think you and the [cleverest witch of her age](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/hermione-granger), who takes the largest books out of the [Hogwarts library](/fact-file/locations/the-hogwarts-library) for ‘light reading’, would get on like a house on fire. Your days would be spent verbally sparring with each other, debating Ancient Rune translations and generally broadening your minds and you wouldn’t want it any other way.

## September: The discerning Draco Malfoy is your wizarding soulmate

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There’s nothing wrong with being shrewd or ambitious, these are traits that you rather admire. In fact, you find someone who knows exactly what they want and how to get it extremely attractive. This is why [Draco Malfoy](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/draco-malfoy) is the one for you. We are in no way saying you are prejudiced or a bully like he was. However, the embodiment of [Slytherin](/fact-file/magical-miscellany/slytherin) traits, he was not afraid to openly say he liked the finer things in life or believe he deserved them – just like you.

## October: Fiery Ginny Weasley is your magical match

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If there was a witch that knew exactly who she was, it was [Ginny Weasley](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/ginny-weasley). Having had a rough start at Hogwarts she blossomed into a fierce and phenomenal person – with an excellent talent for the [Bat-Bogey Hex](/fact-file/spells/the-bat-bogey-hex). That self-assuredness is something that you are looking for in a partner. You don’t want somebody who doesn’t take the time to work on being the best version of themselves. You want someone who is confident and powerful – exactly like Ginny.

## November: Harry Potter’s bravery is what makes him your soulmate

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[Harry Potter](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/harry-potter) is not afraid to confront the difficult things in life. He doesn’t shy away from a challenge or let fear stop him. He puts himself out there whether that’s soaring through the sky on his [broomstick](/fact-file/objects/broomstick), fighting the forces of evil or summoning up the courage to ask his crush to the Yule Ball. This is something that you strongly relate to. You’re not one to be called timid and you can’t stand cowardice. We’re not saying you’re necessarily an extrovert, but you stand up when it matters and that’s why Harry is your ultimate wizarding soulmate.

## December: The glass half-empty Moaning Myrtle is your perfect match

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There is no person that gets on your nerves more than the one who is relentlessly optimistic. You don’t have time from all that chirpiness and being constantly told to look on the bright side. In fact, being stuck with someone like that would be your worst nightmare. You want someone who will always look on the gloomy side – which is why [Moaning Myrtle](/fact-file/characters-and-pets/moaning-myrtle) (emphasis on the *Moaning*) is your perfect match. Despite her crush on Harry Potter, with your maudlin outlook, we’re sure you could win her over and many (un)happy centuries sitting in the [u-bend of a Hogwarts toilet](/fact-file/locations/moaning-myrtles-bathroom) discussing all the reasons why everything is awful.

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Six times Dolores Umbridge proved herself to be truly heartless

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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

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## When she sacked and humiliated Professor Trelawney 
Ok, so Professor Trelawney was hardly the most popular teacher. And yes, her talents as a Seer were questionable. However, when Umbridge sacked and publicly humiliated her in front of the entire school, it was truly heart-breaking. What made it worse was that Umbridge seemed to relish in Trelawney’s pain. 

>‘You didn’t realise this was coming?’ said a high girlish voice, sounding callously amused, and Harry, moving slightly to his right, saw that Trelawney’s terrifying vision was nothing other than Professor Umbridge. ‘Incapable though you are of predicting even tomorrow’s weather, you must surely have realised that your pitiful performance during my inspections, and lack of any improvement, would make it inevitable that you would be sacked?’
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>‘You c – can’t!’ howled Professor Trelawney, tears streaming down her face from behind her enormous lenses, ‘you c – can’t sack me! I’ve b – been here sixteen years! H – Hogwarts is m – my h – home!’
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>‘It was your home,’ said Professor Umbridge, and Harry was revolted to see the enjoyment stretching her toadlike face as she watched Professor Trelawney sink, sobbing uncontrollably, on to one of her trunks, ‘until an hour ago, when the Minister for Magic countersigned your Order of Dismissal. Now kindly remove yourself from this Hall. You are embarrassing us.’
><br>*Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*

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## When she revealed how she liked to punish her students
Umbridge’s idea of what was an acceptable punishment was truly barbaric. Her ‘special quill’ was nothing more than torture. It was sickening to see how gleeful she was at the prospect of inflicting physical pain on those who were in her care. As a teacher, she was in a position of authority – which only added to the cruelty of this situation.

>She moved over to her desk, sat down and bent over a stack of parchment that looked like essays for marking. Harry raised the sharp black quill, then realised what was missing.
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>‘You haven’t given me any ink,’ he said.
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>‘Oh, you won’t need ink,’ said Professor Umbridge, with the merest suggestion of a laugh in her voice.
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>Harry placed the point of the quill on the paper and wrote: *I must not tell lies*. He let out a gasp of pain. The words had appeared on the parchment in what appeared to be shining red ink. At the same time, the words had appeared on the back of Harry’s right hand, cut into his skin as though traced there by a scalpel – yet even as he stared at the shining cut, the skin healed over again, leaving the place where it had been slightly redder than before but quite smooth.
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>Harry looked round at Umbridge. She was watching him, her wide, toadlike mouth stretched in a smile.
><br>*Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*


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Harry is serving detention in Umbridge's office. She has her back to him and is smiling smugly.

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## When she was willing to use an Unforgivable Curse on a student 
For Umbridge to even consider using the Cruciatus Curse on Harry was, well, unforgivable. This moment not only showed us that she was truly devoid of a moral compass but also revealed that she had been the one to set the Dementors on Harry during the summer holidays. For someone who was all about making and enforcing rules, she was more than happy to break them if it meant she could get what she wanted.

>Malfoy was watching her with a hungry expression on his face.
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>‘The Cruciatus Curse ought to loosen your tongue,’ said Umbridge quietly.
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>‘No!’ shrieked Hermione. ‘Professor Umbridge – it’s illegal.’
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>But Umbridge took no notice. There was a nasty, eager, excited look on her face that Harry had never seen before. She raised her wand.
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>‘The Minister wouldn’t want you to break the law, Professor Umbridge!’ cried Hermione.
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>‘What Cornelius doesn’t know won’t hurt him,’ said Umbridge, who was now panting slightly as she pointed her wand at different parts of Harry’s body in turn, apparently trying to decide where it would hurt most. ‘He never knew I ordered Dementors to go after Potter last summer, but he was delighted to be given the chance to expel him, all the same.’
><br>*Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*

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Harry is tied to a chair in Umbridge's office looking shocked. She is standing over him, pointing her wand in his face and looks dishevelled and out of control.

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## The way she spoke about Hagrid
Umbridge’s contempt for those who weren’t pure-blood witches or wizards was despicable. She was especially cruel to Hagrid, and her vindictive personality would shine through every time she spoke to or about him. We can just hear the venom in her voice when she referred to him as a ‘great half-breed oaf’.

>‘It’s hidden in Hagrid’s hut, is it?’ said Umbridge eagerly in Harry’s ear.
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>‘Of course not,’ said Hermione scathingly. ‘Hagrid might have set it off accidentally.’
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>‘Yes,’ said Umbridge, whose excitement seemed to be mounting. ‘Yes, he would have done, of course, the great half-breed oaf.’
><br>*Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*

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## When it was revealed what she kept on her office door at the Ministry of Magic 
This particular instance turned our stomach. Mad-Eye Moody had been killed and somehow Umbridge had come into possession of his magical eye and placed it on her office door for all to see. We have complete sympathy with Harry for being filled with rage at this moment – the lack of respect she had for a fellow human being, and colleague, was disgusting. 

>The witch glanced towards the shining mahogany door facing the space full of pamphlet-makers; Harry looked too, and rage reared in him like a snake. Where there might have been a peephole on a Muggle front door, a large, round eye with a bright blue iris had been set into the wood; an eye that was shockingly familiar to anybody who had known Alastor Moody.
><br>*Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows*


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## Becoming head of the Muggle-born Registration Commission 
This particular role was made for Umbridge. It was Dolores in all her horrible glory – where she could thrive on using and abusing her powers. She got to freely act on her bigoted beliefs without any fear of repercussions. The way she smugly taunted the Muggle-borns made our skin crawl. 

>‘A wand was taken from you upon your arrival at the Ministry today, Mrs Cattermole,’ Umbridge was saying. ‘Eight and three- quarter inches, cherry, unicorn hair core. Do you recognise that description?’
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>Mrs Cattermole nodded, mopping her eyes on her sleeve.
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>‘Could you please tell us from which witch or wizard you took that wand?’
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>‘T – took?’ sobbed Mrs Cattermole. ‘I didn’t t – take it from anybody. I b – bought it when I was eleven years old. It – it – it – chose me.’
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>She cried harder than ever.
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>Umbridge laughed a soft, girlish laugh that made Harry want to attack her. She leaned forwards over the barrier, the better to observe her victim, and something gold swung forwards too, and dangled over the void: the locket.
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>Hermione had seen it, she let out a little squeak, but Umbridge and Yaxley, still intent upon their prey, were deaf to everything else. ‘No,’ said Umbridge, ‘no, I don’t think so, Mrs Cattermole. Wands only choose witches or wizards. You are not a witch. I have your responses to the questionnaire that was sent to you here – Mafalda, pass them to me.’
><br>*Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows*

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Do you agree with our choices for Umbridge’s most heartless moments? Or do you think we’ve missed any? Let us know!

The Characters in Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore

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Refresh your memory and find out which characters appear in Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, the latest Wizarding World film!

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## Newt Scamander 
This intrepid Magizoologist and author of *Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them* has been on quite the adventure in the last two films, which only seems set to continue. Though he has always been at his happiest when surrounded by his magical menagerie, he has witnessed first-hand the terrible consequences of Grindelwald’s rise to power and knows he can no longer stay on the side lines. Recognising his abilities, Albus Dumbledore has chosen this Hufflepuff to lead a group of witches, wizards and Muggle to help enact his plan to bring Grindelwald down – which we know will be no easy task. 

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## Albus Dumbledore
This Hogwarts professor is the brains behind the plot to bring down his former friend, and Dark wizard, Gellert Grindelwald. As arguably the most powerful wizard within the magical world, many regard him as the only person capable of putting a stop to Grindelwald’s plan for war. However, due to a blood troth made by the pair when they were younger, Dumbledore is unable to move against him. Therefore, he’s had to form a trusted group, led by Newt Scamander, to put his plan of stopping Grindelwald into action. Although, at the end of the previous film the vial containing the troth was stolen from Grindelwald – thanks to Teddy the Niffler! So, we wonder whether Dumbledore will now be able to destroy it and be able to personally help halt the destruction of both the wizarding and non-magical worlds.


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## Gellert Grindelwald 
This cruel, yet charismatic, Dark wizard has emerged from the shadows and is putting his plan to seize control of the wizarding world into action. He has managed to gain quite the following and has persuaded many that wizards should rule over Muggles for ‘The Greater Good’. Totally convinced of his power (and in possession of the Elder Wand), he believes that nobody is powerful enough to stop him – not even Albus Dumbledore.


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## Queenie Goldstein
Queenie shocked us all at the end of *Crimes of Grindelwald* when she appeared to join Grindelwald’s cause. However, it was due to her desperation and love for Muggle Jacob Kowalski – who she would not be allowed to be with under American wizarding law – which drove her to make such dramatic move. Misunderstanding Grindelwald’s vision for the world, she believed this was the only way they could be together. Now, at Grindelwald’s side, he is exploiting her ability to read minds (due to being a Legilimens) for his own ends. We wonder how long Queenie will allow her powers to be used and whether she will manage to find her way back to Jacob. 


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## Jacob Kowalski
Flung into the chaos of the wizarding world, this Muggle baker seemed to take everything in his stride. Yet, Queenie’s decision to join Grindelwald broke his heart, upended his entire world and stopped him from finding joy in things – including his beloved bakery. When asked to venture back into the magical world, he is reluctant. However, his love for Queenie and desire to be reunited with her is stronger than his wish to sit things out. Jacob has become part of the team tasked with putting an end to Grindelwald’s rise to power. And this time he has even been given a special gift by Dumbledore – his very own wand!

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## Aberforth Dumbledore
Aberforth is the younger brother of Albus Dumbledore and owner of The Hog’s Head Inn in Hogsmeade. He clearly has quite a lot of resentment towards his brother, as well as Grindelwald, which is mainly due to the death of his and Albus’ little sister, Ariana. However, despite his anger towards his older sibling, he is still willing to let Dumbledore and his companions use his pub for secret meetings. We guess his hatred of Grindelwald outstrips any animosity he holds towards Albus. 


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## Bunty Broadacre
We first met Newt’s loyal assistant in *Crimes of Grindelwald*, and we’re set to see more of her in this next bit of the story. Bunty might be used to helping Newt manage his magical menagerie (especially when it comes to wrangling those naughty baby Nifflers) but Dumbledore has a brand-new assignment for her. And it seems as though even Newt might not be privy to exactly what it is…


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Newt and Bunty are standing on the steps in Newt's basement menagerie. Newt is rolling up his sleeves while Bunty holds his jacket.

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## Yusuf Kama
We first met Yusuf in Paris during the second *Fantastic Beasts* film and know that he is part of the group which Dumbledore has assembled. His motivations for bringing down Grindelwald are highly personal. Yusuf blames the Dark wizard for the tragic fate of his half-sister, Leta Lestrange, who’s death he witnessed at Grindelwald’s rally.


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Newt, Jacob and Yusuf standing facing each other while deep in conversation.

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## Lally Hicks
We briefly saw Lally Hicks in *Crimes of Grindelwald*, but in this film she’s set to take a bigger role. As the Charms professor at Ilvermorny there is no doubt that she is a talented witch. She is also a friend of Albus Dumbledore and an admirer of Newt Scamander’s work. In fact, they have been corresponding since he released his book – though this is the first time they have met. As someone who is resourceful, gifted and unafraid to speak her mind, it is no wonder that Albus Dumbledore has picked her to be involved in the operation to defeat Grindelwald. 


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## Theseus Scamander 
Theseus is the Head of the Auror office in Britain and also happens to be the older brother of Newt Scamander, who he has always worried about (especially when he gets in trouble with the Ministry of Magic). He is also a member Dumbledore’s new group. At the end of the last film, he witnessed his fiancée, Leta, be engulfed by Grindelwald’s flames – so we can imagine that has added another dimension to his desire to stop the Dark wizard. As part of Dumbledore’s team, he is also set to see a new side of his brother, who has gone from keeping to himself while caring for his beasts, to a leader who is willing to pick a side. Theseus is proud to follow his brother in the fight against Grindelwald’s tyranny.

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Theseus, Newt and Leta standing in the Ministry of Magic. Newt and Theseus are staring at each other while Leta stands between them.

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## Credence Barebone
At the end of the last film, Grindelwald gave Credence a wand to channel his magic and revealed that he is actually Aurelius Dumbledore. However, do we trust this Dark wizard to be telling the truth? We know that he wants to keep Credence close and has been grooming him for a special mission – and Credence appears to be happy to be one of Grindelwald’s acolytes. However, he is still in danger, as the magical force known as an Obscurus remains a part of him – which not only threatens his life but those around him too.


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If you want to refresh your memory before heading to watch *[The Secrets of Dumbledore](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/fantastic-beasts-the-secrets-of-dumbledore)*, check out our *Fantastic Beasts* [collection page](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/fantastic-beasts-the-secrets-of-dumbledore)! Whether it's Dumbledore's history, cute creatures or the trailers, you can find all the information you could possibly need there. 

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Which Weasley twin are you most like?

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## If you like to take the lead… you’re most like Fred
Fred Weasley was the twin that liked to take the lead. If there was a joke, scheme or anything particularly outrageous happening, you’d most likely find that he was the instigator. After all, it was Fred who Mr Weasley caught clutching Ron’s hand in an attempt to make an Unbreakable Vow. He was the one to ‘accidentally’ drop the Ton-Tongue Toffee in front of Dudley. He was the one behind the wheel of the flying Ford Anglia when he, George and Ron rescued Harry from Privet Drive. And it was Fred who would take the lead in conversations. Once he had everyone’s attention with a witty joke, statement or occasional impression, then that would normally be the point when George stepped in. So, if you’re known for being a leader and are often the one to be found at the centre of the chaos, then you are most like Fred. You’re certainly not lacking in confidence, and you make every room you walk into a little, well, a lot more fun.

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## If you’re more empathetic… you’re just like George
There is no doubt that George Weasley was hilarious and excellent at practical jokes. However, he was also the slightly quieter twin, who tended to demonstrate a little more compassion than his brother. In *Prisoner of Azkaban*, when Oliver Wood was singing the praises of the Gryffindor Quidditch team and glossed over himself, it was George who piped up to remind him that he was very good too. He also tried to comfort Ron after the supposed death of Scabbers – while Fred just stuck to teasing his younger brother. He was also the one to take time to explain things to people. When he and Fred bequeathed Harry the Marauder’s Map, George was the one who explained what it did and tried to reassure Harry that he and Fred no longer needed it. So, if you can be level-headed, diplomatic and can read people well, you’re most like George. We’re not saying you aren’t funny or spontaneous, but you can be tactful and are better at recognising when to take things seriously.

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Ranked: The six funniest products you can buy at Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes

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## 6: Trick Wands
In sixth place with have Trick Wands. There is no doubt that it would be rather funny to watch your friends try and cast a spell only for their wand to turn into a rubber chicken, a pair of underpants or box them round the head. Although having said that, we reckon this practical joke would only work the once and it would be difficult to fool your friend for a second time, which is why we haven’t placed it any higher on the list. 

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## 5: Headless Hats
Next, we have Fred and George’s Headless Hats. We think there are plenty of tricks you could play with these rather ingenious inventions. Just pop one of these on your head, pretend to be a ghostly apparition and watch the horrified chaos unfold in front of you. Although, this is still towards the bottom of our list as we reckon there are many ways that this could backfire. Sometimes scaring people doesn’t always go according to plan – and you may end up having to use these hats to hide from an irate target of your joke…

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## 4: Portable Swamps
In fourth place we have the Portable Swamps. The size of the swamp is what makes this one funny. When the Weasley twins made their grand exit during *Order of the Phoenix*, and left this behind as a memento, the commotion they caused was brilliant. The image of Argus Filch (who is crochety at the best of times) punting students back and forth to their lessons with a scowl on his face is just perfect – not to mention the headache it caused Professor Umbridge. However, as these are notoriously difficult to get rid of, we think that the joke could end up wearing a bit thin and you might get fed up of having to wade across the grimy water with permanently wet feet. 

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## 3: Weasleys’ Wildfire Whiz-bangs
We believe that Weasleys’ Wildfire Whiz-bangs just sneak ahead of Portable Swamps, mainly due to the spectacular show they put on. From sparklers that write swear words to immense fire-breathing dragons, there is something for every budding mischief maker. The pandemonium caused by the Weasley twins when they let them loose in Hogwarts has also pushed them up our list. The thought of slightly-singed and irate Umbridge trying to get control of the colourful chaos, but only managing to make things worse, is just plain funny – it couldn’t have happened to a nicer person. Yet these haven’t quite made the top, as it was the circumstances that made this prank so amusing rather than the product itself. Although, the scope for creating mischief with these should not be underestimated. 

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Professor Umbridge being chased through the Great Hall by a fireworks in the shape of a large dragon.

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## 2: Skiving Snackboxes 
Creeping up towards the top we have the snacks you would be best to avoid. The sheer range of products makes this one impressive – from Ton-Tongue Toffees to Fainting Fancies, to Nosebleed Nougat, there are so many opportunities for a budding troublemaker to cause a scene. Though for us, the funniest one has to be the Canary Cream. The thought of watching one of your friends suddenly morphing into a giant Canary after eating a custard cream is just hilarious – you’d have to be completely devoid of a sense of humour to not even crack a smile. And for only seven Sickles each, we reckon they’re a bargain. 

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Inside Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes. Lavender Brown is standing by Skiving Snackbox products and smiling in Ron Weasley's direction.

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