Diagon Alley in Oxford? The Seventh Annual Harry Potter Book Night – Part 2
Through literary clues, Dr. Beatrice Groves reveals how Diagon Alley may have been inspired by Oxford’s High Street.
Tagged: Oxford
The Ultimate Gift: Five People in Your Life Who Deserve the Trip of a Lifetime
Whether your giftees are fans of “Harry Potter,” “The Lord of the Rings,” or “Narnia,” they will be able to journey to the Scottish Highlands on the Hogwarts Express, Platform 9 3/4, or Oxford to explore famous filming locations. The eight-day tour will fly by – brooms not required.
“Reading, Writing, Rowling” Episode 32: “Re-Enchanted: Medievalism, Children’s Literature, and Fantasy”
Episode 32 of “Reading, Writing, Rowling” welcomes the holiday season with Dr. Maria Sachiko Cecire’s new book, “Re-Enchanted”, and her take on Christmas and medievalism in “Harry Potter” and children’s fantasy.
Emma Watson Appointed Visiting Fellow at Oxford
The latest in a long line of impressive achievements for Emma Watson is prestigious indeed – being named as a visiting fellow Lady Margaret Hall College at Oxford University.
Exclusive “Potter” Vacation Package Available to Expo Patronum Attendees!
We decided to organize Expo Patronum – MuggleNet’s first-ever convention! – on April 18 in London, with an EXCLUSIVE “Harry Potter” vacation package!
“Harry Potter” Used As A Dictionary Resource
The “Harry Potter” series was added as a resource for proper word usage in the “Oxford Primary Dictionary”.