The famous Hogwarts Sorting Hat gives an account of its own genesis in a series of songs sung at the beginning of each school year. Legend has it that the hat once belonged to one of the four found…
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Though it’s widely mocked and of arguably dubious value, there must be something to be gained from examining Divination…
In one camp, skittish sherry enthusiast Professor Trelawney, and lovable-but-saccharine
Quirrell and Lockhart weren’t what you would call *exemplary* teachers. The reality? They both had their… issues. But if you had to choose, who would you say was better? Two writers debate this tri…
Yes, we do concede that during Professor Lockhart’s short tenure in the post (making
The Sword of Gryffindor is one of the most legendary objects that remains at Hogwarts castle, once owned by one of the school’s founders, Godric Gryffindor.
Channel your best Professor Binns energy to complete this crossword!
As the chilly season fast approaches, embrace the winter months with these celebratory (but frosty!) Hogwarts moments.
Professor Flitwick’s enviable Christmas decorating skills Two weeks before the
On 17th October, a magical day of reading is upon us once again. But what exactly is Harry Potter Book Day and how can you get involved? From event kits to family-friendly activities, discover more…
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From a 50-pence piece and a tissue, to a Broomstick Servicing Kit and an Invisibility Cloak, Christmas presents in the wizarding world are surprisingly varied. Here are our top picks of what to buy…
Professor McGonagall: a tin of shortbread The head of Gryffindor is a woman of simple
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The potion was given to Hogwarts students as homework by Professor Snape in their
A shy and slightly clumsy Hogwarts student, Neville blossoms into one of Harry’s bravest friends. Here we take a closer look at the life and times of this lion-hearted Gryffindor, and his flighty p…
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