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Metro
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
The new Lego Harry Potter set is a very Christmassy looking Hogsmeade
Lego is celebrating Back to Hogwarts Day next month, with three free Harry Potter sets, including a brand new Room of Requirement. Some of the bigger Lego sets aimed at adults might seem very expensive, but in most cases they're intended to be birthday or Christmas presents, or at least for some sort of special occasion. The latest Harry Potter Collectors' Edition isn't cheap, but it would make the perfect Christmas gift – not least because it already looks the part. The Collectors' Editions are special giant-sized sets which recreate famous scenes or characters in more detail than cheaper ones aimed at kids. Sets like Gringotts Wizarding Bank and the Hogwarts Express might not be impulse purchases but they're the crème de le crème of Harry Potter Lego. This new set includes seven buildings, looking just as they appeared in the films, and all covered in snow; that includes the first ever Lego version of Zonko's Joke Shop and the Hog's Head pub. On top of that is a massive haul of 12 different minifigures, including some more obscure characters. Included amongst the minifigures are Harry, Ron, and Hermione – obviously – but also Professor McGonagall, Aberforth Dumbledore, Katie Bell, Draco Malfoy, Cornelius Fudge, Horace Slughorn, Madam Rosmerta, and Mrs Flume. Each of the seven buildings are grouped into three sections, and includes the Honeydukes sweet shop, the Owl Post, The Three Broomsticks pub, Dervish and Banges, and Scrivenshaft's Quill Shop. The buildings all have authentic-looking interiors, with details like exploding bon bons and sneakoscopes, as well as a portrait of Ariana Dumbledore that opens to a hidden passage. Since everything is built to the same scale as Gringotts Wizarding Bank and Diagon Alley you can combine them all for the ultimate, brick-built Harry Potter display. As for the price, it's £349.99 in the UK, from Lego stores and the Lego website. It will be available from September 4, or September 1 if you're part of Lego Insiders Early Access – which only requires a free sign-up. More Trending As an extra incentive to sign-up there are a total of three different free gifts available on Back to Hogwarts Day, which if it's not on your calendar already is September 1. The gift with purchase sets include Harry Potter Quidditch Lesson, which recreates the scene where Harry first learnt about Quidditch in the Philosopher's Stone and is free with any Harry Potter purchase over £35. If you spend over £115 on Lego Harry Potter sets then you get the Hogwarts Castle: Room of Requirement, which is made up of 202 pieces and fits together with the other Hogwarts Castle sets – although this is the only way to get it and it won't be sold in shops. Finally, if you buy the Hogsmeade set (which is over £115, so automatically gets you the other two free sets as well) then you get a Hogsmeade Sign. This isn't made of Lego but is a metal ornament featuring the Lego Hogsmeade skyline and an arch from which hang signs for Honeydukes, The Three Broomsticks and The Hog's Head. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: New Lego Batman game will be revealed at Gamescom claims rumour MORE: Dame Emma Thompson shares surprising reality of her iconic Harry Potter appearance MORE: Harry Potter star insists they 'stand with trans people' after casting backlash
The Independent
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Family of Warwick Davis' late wife hope inquest will ‘provide answers'
The family of actress Samantha Davis, the late wife of actor Warwick, said they hope an inquest into her death will 'provide us with answers'. Ms Davis died aged 53 at University College Hospital in London on March 24 last year. Warwick, known for his roles in Star Wars and the Harry Potter films, dedicated his Bafta film fellowship award to Ms Davis during an emotional tribute at the ceremony in February. An inquest into her death is due to take place at place at Inner West London Coroner's Court on April 14. In a statement issued ahead of the hearing through their legal team at Irwin Mitchell, Ms Davis' family said it has been an 'incredibly difficult time' for them. They added: 'We know that the resilience and strength Sammy instilled in all of us will guide us through this difficult next chapter. 'Her love, support, and determination is a legacy we want to continue. 'Sammy's Helping Hands fund', which was set up in her honour, has already had a huge impact on young people in the dwarfism community, and will continue to support families all over the UK moving forwards. 'The last year and trying to come to terms with Samantha's death has been incredibly difficult. 'However, we hope that the inquest will at last provide us with answers. 'We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their kindness and well wishes to us all.' Warwick Davis rose to fame as an 11-year old after being cast as an Ewok in Star Wars: Return Of The Jedi. The couple met during the filming of 1988 fantasy movie Willow, in which he has a starring role as the hero Willow Ufgood. He later reprised the role in a 2022 Disney+ series. They married in 1991 and co-founded Little People UK in 2012 to help individuals with dwarfism and their families. The pair also starred together in Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 2, where Samantha played a goblin. Davis played Professor Flitwick in all eight films in the Harry Potter franchise and also portrayed the Gringotts Wizarding Bank goblin Griphook. The couple have two children.
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Family of Warwick Davis' late wife hope inquest will ‘provide answers'
The family of actress Samantha Davis, the late wife of actor Warwick, said they hope an inquest into her death will 'provide us with answers'. Ms Davis died aged 53 at University College Hospital in London on March 24 last year. Warwick, known for his roles in Star Wars and the Harry Potter films, dedicated his Bafta film fellowship award to Ms Davis during an emotional tribute at the ceremony in February. An inquest into her death is due to take place at place at Inner West London Coroner's Court on April 14. In a statement issued ahead of the hearing through their legal team at Irwin Mitchell, Ms Davis' family said it has been an 'incredibly difficult time' for them. They added: 'We know that the resilience and strength Sammy instilled in all of us will guide us through this difficult next chapter. 'Her love, support, and determination is a legacy we want to continue. 'Sammy's Helping Hands fund', which was set up in her honour, has already had a huge impact on young people in the dwarfism community, and will continue to support families all over the UK moving forwards. 'The last year and trying to come to terms with Samantha's death has been incredibly difficult. 'However, we hope that the inquest will at last provide us with answers. 'We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their kindness and well wishes to us all.' Warwick Davis rose to fame as an 11-year old after being cast as an Ewok in Star Wars: Return Of The Jedi. The couple met during the filming of 1988 fantasy movie Willow, in which he has a starring role as the hero Willow Ufgood. He later reprised the role in a 2022 Disney+ series. They married in 1991 and co-founded Little People UK in 2012 to help individuals with dwarfism and their families. The pair also starred together in Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 2, where Samantha played a goblin. Davis played Professor Flitwick in all eight films in the Harry Potter franchise and also portrayed the Gringotts Wizarding Bank goblin Griphook. The couple have two children.
