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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.

For beginners, for novices, for Harry Potter superfans going 20 years-strong, dig deep into the wizarding world with our collection of features.

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Ten things you’d need for your first day at Hogwarts

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## Ticket for the Hogwarts Express
Harry Potter had a bit of trouble with the instructions on his ticket for the Hogwarts Express. Hagrid could have mentioned that the platform wasn’t exactly going to be obvious! But really, everything Harry needed to know was right there on his ticket: ‘take the train from platform nine and three-quarters at eleven o’clock’ from King’s Cross Station. No witch or wizard should set off for Hogwarts without their ticket, so we’ve put this at the top of our list!
 
## A Sickle or two for trolley snacks
Harry paid eleven silver Sickles and seven bronze Knuts for his Hogwarts Express snacks from the trolley, and he got some of everything: Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans, Droobles Best Blowing Gum, Chocolate Frogs, Pumpkin Pasties, Cauldron Cakes, Liquorice Wands… Some pocket money for the train wouldn’t go amiss for the long journey to Hogwarts, and you never know… you might just make a best friend along the way. 

## A wand 
Now this is an important one. It would be pretty embarrassing to turn up at Hogwarts without a magic wand, and borrowing one wouldn’t be much help since ‘the wand chooses the wizard’ for a reason! So whether wizarding newbies have a unicorn hair, phoenix feather or dragon heartstring core in their wand, it should be one of the first objects to be packed for Hogwarts! Did you know that you can find out which wand would choose you if you become a member of the Harry Potter Fan Club? [Sign up and discover your wand here](https://my.wizardingworld.com/register). 


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## Hogwarts school uniform
With a Hogwarts letter comes a school list setting out all the essentials a wizarding student will need to get before they arrive. First on the list is the Hogwarts school uniform. First-year students require the following:

•	Three sets of plain work robes (black)

•	One plain pointed hat (black) for day wear

•	One pair of protective gloves (dragon hide or similar)

•	One winter cloak (black, silver fastenings)

And all the clothes need name tags as well, so robes don’t go walkabout! No wonder Hogwarts trunks get heavy… 

## Pet
Students may also bring a pet along with them to Hogwarts. Would you take a visit to Eeylops Owl Emporium to buy a feathered friend like Hedwig? Or would you prefer a toad like Neville’s, Trevor? Or how about a clever cat like Hermione’s, Crookshanks? 
Did you know you can choose your pet on our website? [Register for the Harry Potter Fan Club and pick for yourself](https://my.wizardingworld.com/register)!

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## School books
Since wizarding folk are going to Hogwarts for more than just adventures, remembering to pack those all-important magical school books is a must! Yes, unfortunately, lessons and homework are required (it is a school after all!), and those books are going to weigh trunks down a lot! 
Are you ready for the list? Here they are: The Standard Book of Spells (Grade 1) by Miranda Goshawk, A History of Magic by Bathilda Bagshot, Magical Theory by Adalbert Waffling, A Beginners’ Guide to Transfiguration by Emeric Switch, One Thousand Magical Herbs and Fungi by Phyllida Spore, Magical Drafts and Potions by Arsenius Jigger, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them by Newt Scamander, and The Dark Forces: A Guide to Self-Protection by Quentin Trimble. It’s a good job first-years aren’t allowed a broomstick – there wouldn’t be room!

## Cauldron and other school supplies
A wand alone isn’t quite going to cut it at Hogwarts. For Potions, first-years also need ‘1 cauldron (pewter, standard size 2)’ and we’re not sure Snape would be very pleased if a student forgot to pack it! Aside from a cauldron, the school list also says:

- 1 set glass or crystal phials
- 1 telescope
- 1 set brass scales

These last three sound pretty breakable, so best pack them carefully!

## Quills, ink and parchment
It isn’t any good just to read the Hogwarts set texts, at some point students will also need to write essays – we’re sure Hermione was absolutely delighted about this. Quills and ink are the order of the day at Hogwarts, and essays tend to be written on parchment. It’s not all work and no play though, these writing tools would come in handy for sending letters by owl post to family or friends. 

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## An open mind and an open heart
Hagrid tells Harry to be himself when he starts Hogwarts and we think that’s pretty good advice. Keeping an open mind when meeting new witches and wizards, as well as which house you’re sorted into would definitely help on that very first day. And we think wizarding newbies should keep an open heart too – it might mean meeting exactly the right friends to help them get through the rest their time at Hogwarts – and it is usually rather eventful! Did you know you can [try the Sorting Ceremony for yourself on our website, find it here...](https://www.wizardingworld.com/register) 

## A little bit of courage
Trying on a tatty old wizard’s hat in front of a whole school of strangers doesn’t exactly sound like a walk in the Hogwarts grounds. Not to mention there are ghosts all over the place – including one who is covered in silver blood, and one who is nearly headless! Magical surprises aside, talking to new people can sometimes require just as much courage as coming face to face with the Bloody Baron! So those starting at Hogwarts would need to be prepared, be themselves and dig deep for that wizarding courage! 


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And for more Back to Hogwarts fun, check out our special 20th anniversary hub where we're celebrating [20 key moments from that first film.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/harrypottermovie20)

Everything you need for your Hogwarts trunk: Your Back to Hogwarts shopping guide for 2020 

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## The Harry Potter x H&M kidswear collection
This new clothing and accessories collection from H&M could certainly rival Madam Malkin’s in Diagon Alley! Aimed at newborns to young teens, this Harry Potter-inspired collection will get your youngsters Hogwarts-ready, even if they’re not quite old enough to receive that all important letter yet! From Hogwarts house-themed hats to Hedwig sweatshirts, the H&M Kidswear Harry Potter capsule collection has something magical to inspire every child. And it’s available now! [Click here to check it out](https://www2.hm.com/en_gb/kids/shop-by-feature/4042c-harry-potter-x-hm-kids.html). 


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## Harry Potter-inspired charms from Pandora
Like us, we’re sure you love carrying the magic of the wizarding world with you wherever you go. So… we are beyond excited that Pandora, have recently released six – yes six! – new Harry Potter-inspired charms so you can do just that! Their Hogwarts Acceptance Letter and Sorting Hat charms will really get you in the Back to Hogwarts spirit, and we know you’ll love all the others too. See how many you can spot in the image below! And then check out the new charms, as well as the rest of the beautiful [Harry Potter x Pandora collection here](https://uk.pandora.net/en/jewellery/harry-potter-collection/?ps_kw=&cid=sem:branded:e:en_gb::adwords:XSA360TEST_UK_EN_Search_DSA_AllCategories_AllGenders_2018_:spri19:te:::epiphany&gclid=Cj0KCQjw-af6BRC5ARIsAALPIlVdQ0-DvxRmfYGh0tUik43EBLiYfk8NBf6RYmGd1vQh1tRAO2m5qfcaAjhmEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds). 


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## New collectible range of pins from the Harry Potter Fan Club
How about celebrating Back to Hogwarts by showing off your house pride? These first pins are all about the Hogwarts houses. So, be you Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Slytherin or Hufflepuff, your enamel pin set of choice is perfectly catered to the iconography and colours of your house. [Take a look at the collection so far here](https://www.wizardingworld.com/store?path=/collections/pin-seeking&passthrough=true.) and learn how you can start your own pin seeking journey. 

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## More exciting products for fans based in the US...
We would certainly recommend US-based fans checking out [the recent Vera Bradley x Harry Potter collaboration](https://verabradley.com/pages/harry-potter) – amongst many other exciting products, they have beautiful backpacks with dedicated wand pockets! The [Wizarding World baby carrier range from ErgoBaby](https://ergobaby.com/catalog/category/view/id/128) is also well worth a look, so you can start their magical journeys early… 

Plus, there are more Back to Hogwarts treats available than on the Hogwarts Express trolley, at the [US Wizarding World online shop](https://shop.wizardingworld.com/). We’re sure you’ll love this [Personalized Hogwarts Acceptance Letter](https://shop.wizardingworld.com/collections/home/products/personalized-hogwarts-acceptance-letter-chromaluxe-panel), as well as [exclusive house apparel and accessories](https://shop.wizardingworld.com/collections/clothing-and-accessories). Something no Hogwarts student should be without is a [house crest scarf](https://shop.wizardingworld.com/collections/clothing-and-accessories/products/harry-potter-house-crest-gryffindor-scarf) to wrap up for the castle in winter! 


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## Get Back to Hogwarts-ready with Platform 93/4
UK-based shop, Platform 93/4 will help you celebrate the 1st  September in style this year with its Back to Hogwarts range. Platform Nine and Three-Quarters tickets, House Quidditch jumpers, and beautifully designed stationery are just a few of the Back to Hogwarts delights you can purchase from this special collection. And from September 1st you’ll be able to buy their brand-new Back to Hogwarts trunks. These new trunks are packed with goodies, themed on Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Slytherin or Hufflepuff house. Which one will you choose? Get a sneak peek below! [And you’ll find more information and more exciting products here](https://www.harrypotterplatform934.com/).


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Don’t forget that Gold Members of the Harry Potter Fan Club can enjoy up to 20% discount at the Harry Potter Shop. [Find out more about the benefits of Gold Membership here](https://www.wizardingworld.com/about-gold). 

And once you’re done with your wizarding shopping spree, Platform 93/4 have got some Harry Potter-themed games and puzzles for you to play:

•	[Download and print a Chocolate Frog puzzle here!](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/4uh71gs2nygF6tQDRcUMgG/6d6f2672cf33309c32d3f70d92b4cf5a/BTH_Frog_Puzzle.pdf)

•	[Find a colouring activity here!](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/5N1K9TFPYSzby00nPkKyK7/d64a74a5454c8a5d4f35d5a9d848c3f2/BTH_Colouring_Page.pdf)

•	[A Back to Hogwarts wordsearch here](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/4M1F3jiCExYIjKmskOZh82/7c03fb1155fc53110cb4c24b78529e6f/BTH_Word_search.pdf)! [And answers here.](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/42NGZQvvih4mPQDXW9HrC/8a16b9962a4c72428600791f32a0c70d/BTH_Word_search_Answers.pdf)

•[Download and print a Platform 93/4 shop puzzle here](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/2G64QU44PDwqFa6FTS6DY4/75dace2acb4f57d96115a6a977a0cf8f/BTH_Logo_Puzzle.pdf)!

That’s it for now, but keep your Spectrespecs nearby because there is plenty more fun to be had on 1st September!

In the meantime there’s plenty more start of term fun to be had with the [Back to Hogwarts hub here](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/back-to-hogwarts), where you can play quizzes, learn about start of term traditions, or revisit our [Harry Potter At Home series](https://www.wizardingworld.com/chapters), where we invited a number of famous friends to read every chapter of the first Harry Potter book.


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Wizarding World fans get into the Back to Hogwarts spirit with Harry Potter inspired crafts and recipes  

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## Universal’s Shepherd’s Pie from @mommynamedapril 

We start with food blogger Mama Loves Food, who has brought a British favourite to life: a lovely shepherd’s pie. The recipe comes from Universal Studios, which is served at The Three Broomsticks pub for fans visiting The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade. In the Harry Potter books, Harry and his fellow students loved a bit of shepherd’s pie every now and then while dining in the Great Hall. 

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## A papercraft Platform Nine and Three-Quarters from @wight_noize 

Marvel at this amazingly detailed piece from Instagrammer and graphic designer wight_noize (aka Thomas Wightman) who has reimagined Platform Nine and Three-Quarters entirely out of paper, complete with suitcases and flying owls. 

Papercraft Platform Nine and Three-Quarters | By @wight_noize 

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## Sorting Hat cupcakes from @priyaoshea

And now for pudding! Food vlogger and Great British Bake Off alumni Priya O Shea has created these delicious Sorting Hat cupcakes for your entertainment, with the help of her son! We love the fact you have to eat them to discover which house you truly belong to. 


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## Quidditch match from @Notsofunnydad 

Content creator, Nigel, AKA NotSoFunnyDad, along with his family, have recreated a good old fashioned Quidditch match, and created the illusion of his children actually flying! You can visit Notsofunnydad’s Instagram to see the behind-the-scenes journey of how he brought it to life, with the help of a bit of camera wizardry. 

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 ## Floating Hogwarts letters from @myharrypottercorner 

Getting the big, important Hogwarts letter is a huge moment for a budding witch or wizard, which Instagrammer @MyHarryPotterCorner, aka Hector, has paid homage to in this magical photoshoot. Here, Hector has perfected the moment where Harry is engulfed in his own flying Hogwarts letters. We love that Hector has stayed true to his Slytherin roots with a little homage to his house in the corner. 

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Feeling inspired? Check out our [Back to Hogwarts hub](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/back-to-hogwarts) for more Wizarding World activities to get stuck into. 

And to look at all of our [brilliant Back to Hogwarts contributors, check out our Instagram Story round-up. ](https://www.instagram.com/wizardingworld/?hl=en)

Create your very own Hogwarts castle

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Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is one of the most magical places in the whole wizarding world. Eleven-year-old witches and wizards lucky enough to receive their Hogwarts letters, board the Hogwarts Express, disembark at Hogsmeade, and sail across the lake to get their first glimpse of the twinkling lights and towering turrets belonging to one of the best schools of magic in the world. 

Today, bring Hogwarts into your home, as we teach you how to build your very own castle in three video tutorials. 

## Hogwarts Castle Build Part 1: The Great Hall

The Great Hall at Hogwarts is a very special place, because it’s where the Sorting Ceremony happens for first years when they arrive at the school. Once the ceremony is over, the feast begins, and Dumbledore makes his start of term speech – which is bound to be a little wacky! 

Here’s how to build the Great Hall section: 

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[You can download the instructions for Part 1 here!](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/2bQbWyOvu7y4bCha1OVT4m/5ead31d3b771dffeae4c9e9715efdca9/Video_1_The-Great-Hall_Instructions.pdf)

And if you want to find out which house you would be sorted into in the Great Hall then you can take the Sorting Ceremony on our website here.

## Hogwarts Castle Build Part 2: The Grand Staircase Tower

The towers are a particularly iconic part of the Hogwarts castle. In this video you’ll be giving the castle it’s unique look, adding the Headmaster’s Tower that houses Dumbledore’s office – a place Harry Potter visits on many occasions!

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[You can download the instructions for Part 2 here!](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/5TbOSKeEDpXdM76FIVZAVL/462caa91c80efecdbdb6074228c8715d/Video_2_The-Grand-Staircase-Tower_Instructions__2_.pdf)

## Hogwarts Castle Build Part 3: Paper Mache and Paint

The Hogwarts castle was home for Harry Potter, who never really felt like he belonged with the Dursleys – even before he found out he was a wizard! This is the final video where we teach you how to put the finish touches – including adding a base – to your Hogwarts castle creation! We hope it brings a little magic and helps you dream of going back to Hogwarts. 

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[You can download the instructions for Part 3 here!](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/4wnmzXlZGHBekhjg0IPfqA/8407514e2d4d922903ec93de2ab02af9/Video_3_Paper-Mache-and-Paint_Instructions.pdf)

But that’s not all! For more of our arts and crafts videos, check out our [Crafting Magic page](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/crafting-magic), as well as our [Wizarding World YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChPRO1CB_Hvd0TvKRU62iSQ).


Pottermore Publishing celebrates Back to Hogwarts with Harry Potter in free immersive audio experience

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Journey to Hogwarts

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As all of you know, [Back to Hogwarts](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/back-to-hogwarts) is celebrated annually on 1st September and some fans even gather at King’s Cross at 11am, the time when the Hogwarts Express departed in the books. This year, because of the ongoing pandemic, we’ll all be celebrating remotely – but we can do so with a special immersive Harry Potter audio experience, created by Pottermore Publishing. Simply sign up to the Harry Potter Fan Club, or sign in, to listen just above.

*Journeys to Hogwarts* uses the latest acoustic techniques to create an immersive soundscape. It has been designed by the sound technicians at [Molinare](https://www.molinare.co.uk/), some of whom worked on the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films so we can all imagine we’re at the station with Harry as well as on the train itself. The music is composed by James Hannigan. 

When you close your eyes, you’ll be instantly transported to a bustling King’s Cross alongside Harry Potter – accompanied by rattling trolley and the flapping wings of Harry’s owl, Hedwig. The sounds around you will take you into memorable moments on the Hogwarts Express during Harry’s different journeys back to school, including scenes from *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone*, *Prisoner of Azkaban*, *Goblet of Fire* and *Order of the Phoenix*. Just as Harry does, you’ll encounter many of his fellow students – from the Weasley family helping Harry onto the elusive Platform Nine and Three-Quarters, to Hermione and Neville searching for a lost toad. 

Alongside the bespoke audio design and effects, you’ll hear short extracts from the much-loved narration of the Harry Potter series of audiobooks by Stephen Fry in the UK and Jim Dale in the US, and dialogue from the books, which has been specially voiced for this experience by members of the London cast of *Harry Potter and The Cursed Child*. The version available on the Wizarding World site uses the Stephen Fry narration from the audiobooks.

So even though we can’t be at King’s Cross this year, we hope *Journeys to Hogwarts* gives you a thrilling alternative to gathering at the station, whilst bringing you highlights of the series up to an arrival at a rainy Hogsmeade itself.

You can listen to *Journeys to Hogwarts* for free here if you're a Harry Potter Fan Club member – the perfect accompaniment to J.K. Rowling’s original Harry Potter stories. From September 1st, it will also be available, for free. Try it now, and why not listen at 11am on 1st September too – along with fans across the world!

*Journeys to Hogwarts* is available to listen to for free on a variety of platforms from 31st August to 30th September. Stream on Audible via Wizarding World landing pages or in Audible Stories, look for the Harry Potter feed on Spotify, or find it on Storytel and Nextory. You can even ask: ‘Alexa, take me to Hogwarts’.

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## 10 – Dolores Umbridge

We’re putting her at the bottom of our list. Because she deserves it. Always dressing in different shades of insipid pink is not fashion forward or imaginative – frankly, it’s just boring, and it makes us feel a bit ill. It’s almost as though someone once said, ‘gosh, Dolores. Pink really suits you,’ and she’s just run with it ever since. There are other colours, Dolores! And by the way, having your office and clothes match. Too far. It’s not stylish – it’s lazy.
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## 9 – Ron at the Yule Ball

Oh dear. Oh dear, oh dear. If we’d opened a parcel, as Ron did in the film of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, and identified an item of clothing that would make us look like our Great Aunt Tessie, then we think we might have attended the Yule Ball in Harry’s Invisibility Cloak. The lace sleeves and old-fashioned pattern were not a good look for the youngest Weasley brother. And his date, Padma Patil, didn’t seem to appreciate his fashion choices one bit, or his unwillingness to dance. And this unusual outfit didn’t even come with a red handbag for comedy value, so Ron slides into second to last place.
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## 8– Hagrid in his furry suit

Well… at least Madame Maxine seemed to appreciate it. But we can’t say we’re huge fans of the hairy ensemble Hagrid wore to the Yule Ball. Each to their own, we suppose, but wouldn’t that suit have itched something chronic? A few points for individuality, but this outfit certainly doesn’t get any bonuses for comfort.
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## 7 – Bellatrix Lestrange

You might be surprised to find Bellatrix Lestrange on this list, but although there isn’t an awful lot of variation to Bellatrix Lestrange’s wardrobe, we have to admit that the darker shades really do match her personality. And does wearing black ever really go out of fashion? Though we’re pretty sure she gave up brushing her hair in Azkaban…
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Bellatrix casting a spell and holding the Sowrd of Gryffindor 

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## 6 – Harry at the Yule Ball

Harry’s dress robes, as opposed to Ron’s, were actually rather fetching on the Boy Who Lived. We would have loved to see him dancing in his glad rags with the girl he actually wanted to go to the Yule Ball with though… What a shame he waited too long to ask Cho Chang out and had to spend the evening miserably watching her dance with Diggory. We reckon Ginny was admiring him from afar though…
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Harry and Ron left out at the Yule Ball in Goblet of Fire 

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## 5 – Rita Skeeter

So, Rita Skeeter wasn’t exactly the nicest witch in the wizarding world, but she did have a very unique sense of style. From her jewelled spectacles to her crimson-painted two-inch nails, you’ve got to admire the boldness with which Rita dresses given how many people are probably trying to get revenge on her for something awful she’s written about them. Pair Rita’s unapologetic dress-sense with the acid-green Quick-Quotes Quill she carries about in her handbag, and this dubious journalist really is a bit of a style icon – even if her words are pure poison.
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## 4 – Gilderoy Lockhart

He might have been a dunce when it came to Defence Against the Dark Arts, but Gilderoy Lockhart did know a thing or two about fashion. Whilst Lockhart could have pulled off Great Aunt Tessie’s least favourite outfit, he didn’t take any shortcuts when it came to his appearance. Take the book signing where Harry first meets him as an example: he was ‘wearing robes of forget-me-not blue which exactly matched his eyes’. Perfection. He might have won Witch Weekly’s Most-Charming-Smile Award five times in a row, but he wouldn’t have looked out of place on a wizarding catwalk either.
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## 3 – Hermione at the Yule Ball

In third place, it’s Hermione Granger in her Yule Ball outfit. This dress was more than just a dress – it let Hermione say something about herself that she hadn’t been able to before. She could be geek and chic. She could brew up Polyjuice Potion one minute, and come to a ball the next, and look elegant, feminine and breathtakingly gorgeous. Of course, we always knew Hermione was beautiful – inside and out – but it never hurts to get a bit of appreciation, especially from an international Quidditch player…
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Viktor Krum and Hermione Dancing at the Yule Ball

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## 2 – Albus Dumbledore

There are some wizards who struggle to pull off the long cloaks and quirky hats expected of magical folk, but Albus Dumbledore is not one of them. Intelligence, impeccable taste, and a sprinkle of eccentricity combine to adorn the Hogwarts headmaster with some of the most fashionable outfits in the castle and beyond. And those half-moon spectacles that highlight his twinkling blue eyes? The perfect, practical accessory to match every one of his dashing outfits.
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## 1 – Boggart Snape/Augusta Longbottom

In the top spot it’s Augusta Longbottom’s wizarding style modelled by Severus Snape. The green dress is a classic, but the accessories make this outfit what it truly is. That red handbag is truly inspired, and if you look carefully, you’ll spot some lacy black gloves. It’s the comedy value that really allows this outfit to pip Dumbledore to the post. And a special shout out must go to good-old Snape, who pulled the look off effortlessly – well Neville’s Boggart did…

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Snape dressed in Nevilles grandmothers clothes

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