I imagine most people would choose something very different for their first day in the UK. But, I am a little different. I took the Number 8 bus down the road from my airbnb, into Watford Junction (£3 one way and found out later that I can get an all day pass for £4), where a Harry Potter shuttle bus takes you to the studios.
Entry is £49.95 and seems a little steep, although the sets are very elaborate.
I thoroughly enjoyed meeting the people who dressed up in their favourite characters. Their joy at being at the studio was a pleasure to experience.
I spent 4 hours enjoying all the displays. It is fascinating to see how much work is involved to produce something like Harry Potter. Some of the memories of Harry Potter brought on tears. I remember going to the first movie with my friend Sue Biber. We were worried that the movie would not live up to the book. When the doors of the Great Hall opened, tears started in my eyes as they had captured the Hall exactly as I had expected. Today, walking into that Hall brought on those tears of joy once again.
The photos do not do it justice. If you get a chance, go.
I got the Harry Potter shuttle back to Watford Junction where I purchased a day bus ticket and went exploring Watford High Street.
I am happy to ease myself into this culture but tomorrow I will go into London and see what history I can find.
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The Harry Potter studio was amazing for me. I had my photo and video taken riding a broom and, the butter beer was that good I had 2.
I’m looking to do it again sometime in the future.
London is great, enjoy
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