Social Roundup: Hogwarts Express Special
This week was all about the opening of Warner Bros. Studio Tour London’s latest addition: the Hogwarts Express. From the animal passengers right down to the English country scenery, MuggleNet was there at the exclusive launch event to catch all the action behind the scenes.
First there were some necessary preparations, like the superb sweets on hand.
'Anything off the trolley dears?' #HogwartsExpress http://t.co/IIZ0e7UZsx pic.twitter.com/XBolSgqMu0
— Warner Bros. Studio Tour London (@wbtourlondon) March 17, 2015
The Railway Shop is all stocked up ready for the #HogwartsExpress VIP launch event! pic.twitter.com/pErsKDcgNu
— Warner Bros. Studio Tour London (@wbtourlondon) March 17, 2015
And of course there was the red carpet…
The red carpet has been laid and the #HogwartsExpress is waiting for our guests to arrive! pic.twitter.com/sHUm3JcTPZ
— Warner Bros. Studio Tour London (@wbtourlondon) March 17, 2015
…which came in handy since a few familiar faces showed up.
Mark Williams & his onscreen sons, @James_Phelps & @OliverPhelps are reunited on Platform 9 ¾! #HogwartsExpress pic.twitter.com/INHopniDNS
— Warner Bros. Studio Tour London (@wbtourlondon) March 17, 2015
I'm not a big fan of trains but I might invest in an anorak after seeing the legendary #HogwartsExpress @wbtourlondon pic.twitter.com/igDMbjlZRC
— Warwick Davis (@WarwickADavis) March 17, 2015
Wonderful evening @wbtourlondon. #HogwartsExpress is splendid, especially when surrounded by the films' creators! 😱 pic.twitter.com/QF02SJcMjq
— Claire Furner | Free 🇵🇸 (@ClaireFurner) March 17, 2015
Plus some famous ones! Though we suspect these magical, feathered, and furred friends had other means of arriving.
More #ExpoPatronum guests making an appearance @wbtourlondon this evening! pic.twitter.com/iCvlzeg8t3
— ᴍᴜɢɢʟᴇɴᴇᴛ ʟɪᴠᴇ (@MuggleNetLive) March 17, 2015
https://twitter.com/wbtourlondon/status/577910782274469891
Dobby loved seeing the #HogwartsExpress at @wbtourlondon! pic.twitter.com/Ox7wgLJceo
— Dobby (@Dobby_Tweets) March 16, 2015
There were, of course, a whirlwind of other things to see and explore before getting on board, such as some of the fantastic artwork present throughout the series – MinaLima’s graphic work, of course, being a big hit.
The @minalima wall restored to all its former glory! #HogwartsExpress pic.twitter.com/pt2093hMZR
— ᴍᴜɢɢʟᴇɴᴇᴛ ʟɪᴠᴇ (@MuggleNetLive) March 17, 2015
Return of the graphics display @wbtourlondon! #harrypotter #harrypotterfilm #minalima #harrypottergraphics pic.twitter.com/TASX1bfC3b
— MinaLima (@minalima) March 18, 2015
To mark the arrival of the #HogwartsExpress, @MinaLima created this gorgeous limited edition print for @WBTourLondon! pic.twitter.com/IXB42j4BJh
— Harry Potter (@harrypotter) March 19, 2015
Though there was one noticed absence.
As i wasn't asked to go and Stop the real #HogwartsExpress again by @WBStudioTour I did this in a charity shop : ) pic.twitter.com/O9wYNRxEmR
— #BeMoreSkater Debut single out now (@joncampling) March 18, 2015
The architectural models were also not to be missed…
Had a fantastic night @wbtourlondon. What incredible pieces of art work and a magical world of creativity. pic.twitter.com/1fdeGVWGao
— RICHARD HADFIELD (@RichardHadderz) March 17, 2015
…as was the outer-body experience of standing in front of your own replica.
There was the return of a certain troublesome goblet. Unfortunately, with no age line drawn, the results were less dramatic.
We did mention the food, right?
I'll take the lot. #HogwartsExpress pic.twitter.com/iciOrrQ37J
— ⧗ Charlie ⧗ (@princesscharlie) March 17, 2015
And the surprise appearance by Groot?
The showbiz lifestyle has really taken its toll on Groot… @wbtourlondon pic.twitter.com/IpX2jzFyoR
— ᴍᴜɢɢʟᴇɴᴇᴛ ʟɪᴠᴇ (@MuggleNetLive) March 17, 2015
With Mr. Weasley’s tight schedule, however, it was not long before boarding began (admittedly much smoother than dealing with the TSA).
'10.58 come on, come on! Fred, George, Percy you first!' – Mark Williams aka Mr Weasley! #HogwartsExpress pic.twitter.com/hebwLyDOqg
— Warner Bros. Studio Tour London (@wbtourlondon) March 17, 2015
So with a running start (or false one in this case)…
Thanks for joining us during our #HogwartsExpress launch event! Time for @Alex_Zane to go through the Platform wall…https://t.co/K2pNCfHrKd
— Warner Bros. Studio Tour London (@wbtourlondon) March 17, 2015
…it was time to check out the inside of the train. There was the green screen carriage windows that projected the English countryside…
Taking a ride in the green screen carriage experience. #HogwartsExpress pic.twitter.com/b80RLCRx7Q
— ᴍᴜɢɢʟᴇɴᴇᴛ ʟɪᴠᴇ (@MuggleNetLive) March 17, 2015
The family & I enjoyed a simulated journey on the #HogwartsExpress @wbtourlondon. Watch out for #ChocolateFrogs! pic.twitter.com/ff2LXhasFB
— Warwick Davis (@WarwickADavis) March 17, 2015
…a reading of the Daily Prophet by Warwick Davis…
.@WarwickADavis and @Alex_Zane read the Daily Prophet together on the #HogwartsExpress at our launch event!https://t.co/bKxnysZo6E
— Warner Bros. Studio Tour London (@wbtourlondon) March 17, 2015
..and a brief sit down with the twins.
"He's not Fred, I am! Honestly woman, you call yourself our Mother!" @James_Phelps @OliverPhelps #HogwartsExpresshttps://t.co/pwhKjx54D4
— Warner Bros. Studio Tour London (@wbtourlondon) March 17, 2015
But the event would not be complete without some memorable souvenirs…
May of just purchased the one and only Lucius Malfoy's cane!! #Potterhead yeahhhhhhhhh!! @wbtourlondon pic.twitter.com/jmE51MRDaj
— Luke Friend (@LukeFriendMusic) March 18, 2015
https://twitter.com/JamieCollabro/status/577936920002576384
…and an even more unforgettable reminder.
Well gosh. What a faaaaaabulous evening. Thank you to all at the @wbtourlondon. I've had such a brilliant time. pic.twitter.com/31Ue5sRv34
— Dan Layton (@DanielJLayton) March 17, 2015
We hope you’ve enjoyed this event’s roundup. Be sure to check out this latest addition to the Studio Tour whilst in London for MuggleNet Live! 2015: Expo Patronum; less than one month away! Book your ticket today and get ready to meet some truly phenomenal fans and special guests.
