Harry Potter

ORLANDO, FL - JUNE 18: In this handout photo provided by Universal Orlando Resort and taken June 13, 2014, today June 18, Universal Orlando announced that The Wizarding World of Harry Potters Diagon Alley will officially open on July 8, allowing guests to experience even more of Harry Potters adventures in an all-new, magnificently-themed environment. Located in the Universal Studios Florida theme park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley will feature shops, dining experiences and the next generation thrill ride, Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts. The new immersive area will double the size of the sweeping land already found at Universals Islands of Adventure, expanding the spectacularly themed environment across both Universal theme parks and guests can journey between both lands aboard the Hogwarts Express. For additional information, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/WizardingWorld. (Photo by Sheri Lowen/Universal Orlando Resort via Getty Images)

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ORLANDO, FL - JUNE 18: In this handout provided by Universal Orlando Resort, Helena Bonham Carter (portrays Bellatrix Lestrange), Tom Felton (portrays Draco Malfoy), Matthew Lewis (portrays Neville Longbottom) and Warwick Davis (portrays Griphook) attend an exclusive preview of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley at Universal Orlando Resort on June 18, 2014 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Sheri Lowen/Universal Orlando Resort via Getty Images)

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 11: J.K. Rowling attends HBO's "Finding The Way Home" World Premiere at Hudson Yards on December 11, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)

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PASADENA, CA - FEBRUARY 11: (EDITORS NOTE: Retransmission with alternate crop.) Daniel Radcliffe of 'Miracle Workers' speaks onstage during the TBS portion of the TCA Turner Winter Press Tour 2019 Presentation at The Langham Huntington Hotel and Spa on February 11, 2019 in Pasadena, California. 510169 (Photo by Charley Gallay/Getty Images for Turner)

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ORLANDO, FL - JUNE 05: In this handout photo provided by Universal Orlando Resort, James Phelps, Bonnie Wright and Oliver Phelps from the popular Harry Potter film series enjoyed a sneak peek of the highly anticipated, spectacularly themed environment, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida on June 5, 2014 in Orlando Florida. The actors who portrayed siblings Fred, George and Ginny Weasley in the films stepped inside memorable shops within Diagon Alley, including the Weasley twins' very own shop - Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes. (Photo by Kevin Kolczynski/Universal Orlando Resort via Getty Images)

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NEW YORK - JULY 09: (L-R) Actors Freddie Stroma, Bonnie Wright, Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint and Tom Felton attend the "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" premiere at Ziegfeld Theatre on July 9, 2009 in New York City. (Photo by Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images)

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 11: J.K. Rowling attends HBO's "Finding The Way Home" World Premiere at Hudson Yards on December 11, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)

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BERLIN, GERMANY - OCTOBER 11: (L-R) Oliver Phelps and James Phelps attend the 'Harry Potter: The Exhibition' VIP opening at Filmpark Babelsberg on October 12, 2018 in Potsdam, Germany. (Photo by Christian Marquardt/Getty Images)

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ORLANDO, FL - JUNE 18: In this handout provided by Universal Orlando Resort, Helena Bonham Carter (portrays Bellatrix Lestrange), Tom Felton (portrays Draco Malfoy), Matthew Lewis (portrays Neville Longbottom) and Warwick Davis (portrays Griphook) attend an exclusive preview of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley at Universal Orlando Resort on June 18, 2014 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Sheri Lowen/Universal Orlando Resort via Getty Images)

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ORLANDO, FL - JUNE 18: In this handout photo provided by Universal Orlando Resort and taken June 13, 2014, today June 18, Universal Orlando announced that The Wizarding World of Harry Potters Diagon Alley will officially open on July 8, allowing guests to experience even more of Harry Potters adventures in an all-new, magnificently-themed environment. Located in the Universal Studios Florida theme park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley will feature shops, dining experiences and the next generation thrill ride, Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts. The new immersive area will double the size of the sweeping land already found at Universals Islands of Adventure, expanding the spectacularly themed environment across both Universal theme parks and guests can journey between both lands aboard the Hogwarts Express. For additional information, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/WizardingWorld. (Photo by Sheri Lowen/Universal Orlando Resort via Getty Images)

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ORLANDO, FL - JUNE 05: In this handout photo provided by Universal Orlando Resort, James Phelps, Bonnie Wright and Oliver Phelps from the popular Harry Potter film series enjoyed a sneak peek of the highly anticipated, spectacularly themed environment, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida on June 5, 2014 in Orlando Florida. The actors who portrayed siblings Fred, George and Ginny Weasley in the films stepped inside memorable shops within Diagon Alley, including the Weasley twins' very own shop - Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes. (Photo by Kevin Kolczynski/Universal Orlando Resort via Getty Images)

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ORLANDO, FL - JUNE 18: In this handout provided by Universal Orlando Resort, Helena Bonham Carter (portrays Bellatrix Lestrange), Tom Felton (portrays Draco Malfoy), Matthew Lewis (portrays Neville Longbottom) and Warwick Davis (portrays Griphook) attend an exclusive preview of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley at Universal Orlando Resort on June 18, 2014 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Sheri Lowen/Universal Orlando Resort via Getty Images)

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 05: General view during "Harry Potter And The Cursed Child" Times Square Takeover at Times Square on September 05, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Steven Ferdman/Getty Images for Harry Potter And The Cursed Child)

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 05: General view during "Harry Potter And The Cursed Child" Times Square Takeover at Times Square on September 05, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Steven Ferdman/Getty Images for Harry Potter And The Cursed Child)

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 15: Daniel Radcliffe of TBS’s Miracle Workers attends the WarnerMedia Upfront 2019 arrivals on the red carpet at The Theater at Madison Square Garden on May 15, 2019 in New York City. 602140 (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for WarnerMedia)

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LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 23: Tom Holland attends the UK Premiere Of Disney And Pixar's "Onward" at The Curzon Mayfair on February 23, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for Disney)

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TORONTO, ONTARIO - SEPTEMBER 09: Daniel Radcliffe attends the "Guns Akimbo" premiere during the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival at Ryerson Theatre on September 09, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images)

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LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 12: Jason Isaacs attends the European Premiere of "Mary Poppins Returns" at Royal Albert Hall on December 12, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Dave J Hogan/Dave J Hogan/Getty Images)

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LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 05: Actress Julie Walters attends the 'Paddington 2' premiere at BFI Southbank on November 5, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images)

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PASADENA, CA - FEBRUARY 11: (EDITORS NOTE: Retransmission with alternate crop.) Daniel Radcliffe of 'Miracle Workers' speaks onstage during the TBS portion of the TCA Turner Winter Press Tour 2019 Presentation at The Langham Huntington Hotel and Spa on February 11, 2019 in Pasadena, California. 510169 (Photo by Charley Gallay/Getty Images for Turner)

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LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 03: A unique copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard created, hand-written and illustrated, by J.K Rowling to be auctioned at Sotheby's London on 13 December 2016 (est. £300,000-500,000) on November 3, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Ben A. Pruchnie/Getty Images for Sotherby's )

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 05: Fans attend "Harry Potter And The Cursed Child" Times Square Takeover at Times Square on September 05, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Steven Ferdman/Getty Images for Harry Potter And The Cursed Child)

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****EMBARGOED TILL 0900 25th April 2019***Picture Credit Charlotte GrahamPicture Shows Living AreaHoliday home inspired by Harry PotterÕs HagridÕs Hutopens on the North York MoorsHarry Potter fans can now rent a holiday cottage inspired by the fictional home of one of the booksÕ main characters, Rubeus Hagrid.The GroundkeeperÕs Cottage has just opened at North Shire near Saltburn on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, inspired by the film portrayal of HagridÕs Hut in the Harry Potter novels. The opening comes just ahead of International Harry Potter Day (2 May).The cottage comprises three interlocking circular slate-roofed buildings, two with turrets, and all with stained glass windows.Guests approach the lantern-lit wooden door before stepping into the spacious open plan living space comprising galley kitchen, dining area, seating in front of a feature fireplace and wood beams festooned with Hagrid-style paraphernalia such as old baskets, ropes, leather bags and lanterns.From the living room one door leads to the circular bedroom complete with double bed and a rustic wooden bunk bed, while a second door opens onto a large bathroom where the star feature is a huge freestanding copper bath.The owner Carol Cavendish, who has been a Harry Potter fan since her early 20s, has also incorporated small touches such as an ink bottle and quill and bespoke copper basin in the bathroom.However whereas Hagrid would have lived relatively frugally, guests staying in GroundkeeperÕs cottage wonÕt have to skimp on lifeÕs luxuries as two comfy sofas in the living room together with sleigh bed and high quality mattresses on the bunk bed make it more of a cosy, comfortable retreat.The cottage, which is available for rent from £195 per night, sleeps up to six (four in the bedroom and two on a sofabed). For those who want to bring their own Fang, one well-behaved dog is also allowed at a small extra cost.This is the next stage in North ShireÕs vision to create a storybook fantasy world for guests. Back in 2015 the site opened the Hobbit-hole inspired cottage, Potts Corner designed with a turf roof, round door and stained glass windows which has since attracted Lord of the Rings devotees worldwide.According to Carol these have included an American basketball player who travelled from London purely to be photographed outside Potts Corner, a New Zealander who stayed in the cottage and had worked on the Harry Potter films, and a couple from the Midlands who donated a Hobbit outfit to North Shire after a weekÕs stay.Last year North Shire opened the yurt-style Green Dragon caf inspired by the inn favoured by hobbits in the films, and an Enchanted Barn has been opened for functions. A Storybook Cottage, ShepherdsÕ huts, gypsy caravans and camping are also available on the quiet six-acre site which is just seven miles from the coastal fishing village of Staithes.Carol explains: ÒBooks have always been an important part of my life even after being diagnosed with dyslexia when I taught myself to read. TheyÕve also helped me through challenging times when I would turn to the Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings books for pure escapism.ÒThatÕs why it is so fantastic to create an environment where others can also leave behind everyday life and step into their favourite storybook. WeÕve seen how Potts Corner has proven to be a hit among adults and children alike and so weÕre sure that would-be Hagrids will be heading our way.ÓFor more information and bookings go to www.northshire.co.uk-ends-Notes to editors:The GroundkeeperÕs Cottage was built by Billy Cessford, a stage and screen prop maker and set designer from Redcar who has worked with the BBC and various theatre productions.The GroundkeeperÕs Cottage cost £195,000 to build, partly funded through a grant from the Rural Development Programme for England which was awarded to North Shire to develop the on-site facilities.For further information, images or to arrange an interview please contact:Amanda Brown Ð mobile:07876 452580 or email: amanda@a2bpr.co.ukOr Carol Cavendish at North Shire Ð mobile: 07714 301010 or Tel: 01287 642228

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BEVERLY HILLS, CA - FEBRUARY 24: Zoe Kravitz attends the 2019 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on February 24, 2019 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)

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