Never been here, but have friends that have & they say it is a truly amazing place! Thought this would make a fab pre- Christmas treat for the family, really help build up the excitement Plus if you fancy a night away, Travelodge have family rooms at nearby Borehamwood for just £23 on Friday 1st Dec HERE & Borehamwood Studio Way for £26 HERE from £29 for other 2 dates)
Booking up fast though, so be quick if you want to go
Once doors have closed to the public on Thursday 14th December and Friday 1st and 15th December, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter will welcome Groupon members for an exclusive event. Available for entry from 3.30 pm, guests will be granted after-hours access to the Studio Tour, which showcases authentic sets, props and costumes from the Harry Potter film series.
Guests can walk the flagstones of the iconic Hogwarts Great Hall in all its glory before viewing many of the famous sets, including the Ministry of Magic, Dumbledore’s office, and the Gryffindor common room. Visitors will also get an exclusive look at the new permanent expansion – The Forbidden Forest which opened on 31 March.
The Forbidden Forest may be strictly off-limits to Hogwarts students, but Groupon guests are invited to follow the footsteps of Harry, Ron and Hermione deep into the forest, which is home to an abundance of creatures.
Adventurers will be welcomed through the Hogwarts Gates by the beloved half-giant Hagrid deep into the forest which is filled with 19 trees each with a diameter of over 12 feet.
Visitors will walk beneath the giant entwined roots and will encounter a full size model of Buckbeak, which is new to the tour, and have the opportunity to bow to the majestic creature. As Groupon guests venture deeper into the depths of the forest, they will come face-to-face with Aragog, the Acromantula. Emerging from his dark lair, the enormous spider will appear before guests along with spiderlings from his family.
While exploring the attractions, attendees will also be able to enjoy experiences that have been specifically added for Groupon members like the special effect demonstration courtesy of Oscar®-winning Special Effects Supervisor John Richardson, from the Harry Potter film series. They’ll get the chance to learn wand moves and can ‘fly’ a broomstick like a member of the cast in the Studio Tour’s green screen experience.
During a short break in the attraction’s Backlot Cafe, guests will be able to enjoy a selected hot meal; a glass of wine, beer, hot or soft drink; and a Butterbeer™ served in a souvenir cup to take home. They’ll also get the chance to meet the Death Eaters as they patrol the Hogwarts Gates. All guests will receive a complimentary Forbidden Forest edition of the souvenir guidebook on arrival and the tour will stay open until midnight on these special nights. On-site parking is available, as is a return shuttle bus from Watford Junction station if required.
Validity: Valid for date and time specified on Groupon only. Purchase: Limit 10 per person. May buy 10 additional as gifts.
All comments (53)
noseley
25 Sep 17#1
I wonder how this is compared to normal entry, I hope everything isn't switched off and it be like walking in an abandoned studio?
wishihadadonkey to noseley
25 Sep 17#3
no it won't be, they make a real event of it, my friend went on one when the Hogwarts Express was new & they said it was excellent
afnoor
25 Sep 17#2
heat
b4rrydoyle
25 Sep 17#4
How many where there? Surely this will be as busy as a normal day. If not more
rizzy898
25 Sep 17#5
I wasn't majorly impressed when I went at the end of 2014. They didn't have the Forbidden Forrest then. I absolutely love Harry Potter but I just wasn't feeling the love when I went. I wasn't impressed. BUT, saying that, I do wanna check out the forbidden forrest. i suppose it's worth seeing at least once in your life. Also, there was no cafe at the end of the tour then (which I didn't know about) and I missed my chance to try the butterbeer. Massive shame.
jakelloyd14 to rizzy898
25 Sep 17#13
It’s a lot better now, the 2nd time I went, with Forest and Hogwarts Express was loads better, now a cafe as well
frakison to rizzy898
25 Sep 17#14
You didnt miss much... other than being fleeced out of £6 for a pretty gross drink :thumbsup:
grubz10
25 Sep 17#6
Link does not work
markl2394
25 Sep 17#7
Is travel still included as it doesn't state that anywhere?
Dalkirst to markl2394
25 Sep 17#8
Yeah they are going to pay for travel,great deal for those that want to come from Australia :joy:
markl2394 to Dalkirst
25 Sep 17#9
I meant as in the shuttle bus from Baker Street..
jakelloyd14 to markl2394
25 Sep 17#12
You get a free shuttle from Watford Junction
Smoey
25 Sep 17#10
I went to this yesterday, it's great! the shop is expensive and the butter beer is creamsoda like. The experience was great.
frakison to Smoey
25 Sep 17#15
Its all massiely expensive and they are constantly trying to empty your pockets. With videos and photos of the broomstick and train "experiences" you can easily spend two or three times the entry price. Plus the food was overpriced and crap! Dont get me wrong, its a great experience, but I just think that they are being greedy :angry:
LionelRichieFan
25 Sep 17#11
Butterbear is cream soda with a bit of butterscotch syrup and then some whipped cream ontop. It is okay, and worth trying if you like that.
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Never been here, but have friends that have & they say it is a truly amazing place!
Thought this would make a fab pre- Christmas treat for the family, really help build up the excitement Plus if you fancy a night away, Travelodge have family rooms at nearby Borehamwood for just £23 on Friday 1st Dec HERE & Borehamwood Studio Way for £26 HERE from £29 for other 2 dates)
Booking up fast though, so be quick if you want to go
Once doors have closed to the public on Thursday 14th December and Friday 1st and 15th December, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter will welcome Groupon members for an exclusive event. Available for entry from 3.30 pm, guests will be granted after-hours access to the Studio Tour, which showcases authentic sets, props and costumes from the Harry Potter film series.
Guests can walk the flagstones of the iconic Hogwarts Great Hall in all its glory before viewing many of the famous sets, including the Ministry of Magic, Dumbledore’s office, and the Gryffindor common room. Visitors will also get an exclusive look at the new permanent expansion – The Forbidden Forest which opened on 31 March.
The Forbidden Forest may be strictly off-limits to Hogwarts students, but Groupon guests are invited to follow the footsteps of Harry, Ron and Hermione deep into the forest, which is home to an abundance of creatures.
Adventurers will be welcomed through the Hogwarts Gates by the beloved half-giant Hagrid deep into the forest which is filled with 19 trees each with a diameter of over 12 feet.
Visitors will walk beneath the giant entwined roots and will encounter a full size model of Buckbeak, which is new to the tour, and have the opportunity to bow to the majestic creature. As Groupon guests venture deeper into the depths of the forest, they will come face-to-face with Aragog, the Acromantula. Emerging from his dark lair, the enormous spider will appear before guests along with spiderlings from his family.
While exploring the attractions, attendees will also be able to enjoy experiences that have been specifically added for Groupon members like the special effect demonstration courtesy of Oscar®-winning Special Effects Supervisor John Richardson, from the Harry Potter film series. They’ll get the chance to learn wand moves and can ‘fly’ a broomstick like a member of the cast in the Studio Tour’s green screen experience.
During a short break in the attraction’s Backlot Cafe, guests will be able to enjoy a selected hot meal; a glass of wine, beer, hot or soft drink; and a Butterbeer™ served in a souvenir cup to take home. They’ll also get the chance to meet the Death Eaters as they patrol the Hogwarts Gates. All guests will receive a complimentary Forbidden Forest edition of the souvenir guidebook on arrival and the tour will stay open until midnight on these special nights. On-site parking is available, as is a return shuttle bus from Watford Junction station if required.
Validity: Valid for date and time specified on Groupon only.
Purchase: Limit 10 per person. May buy 10 additional as gifts.
All comments (53)
i suppose it's worth seeing at least once in your life.
Also, there was no cafe at the end of the tour then (which I didn't know about) and I missed my chance to try the butterbeer. Massive shame.