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Harry Potter or film mad? Want to visit the Warner Bros. Studio Tour on 23 March and report back for MN? NOW CLOSED

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AnnMumsnet · 10/03/2016 10:59

We have been asked by the team at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter to find around 75 MNers and their families to attend a special event for MNers at the Studio Tour (near Watford) to experience the attraction (and have a couple of extra treats) and to report back to the rest of MN.

They say "step on to authentic sets, discover the magic behind spellbinding special effects and explore the behind-the-scenes secrets of the Harry Potter™ film series. Tread the original stone floor of the iconic Hogwarts™ Great Hall, encounter animatronic creatures and wander down Diagon Alley™. Located at the Studios where all eight films were produced, the Studio Tour showcases the incredible British talent, imagination and artistry that went into making the impossible a reality on screen. Visitors will relive the magic through the eyes of the filmmakers who brought the Harry Potter film series to life".

We're looking for families to attend a tour of the studios where there will be some special treats for MN families - including a free souvenir guidebook, food during the tour (hot dog/goujons/mac and cheese per person from the Backlot Cafe), glass of wine/beer/soft drink and a Butterbeer taster! There will also be a chance to have a group photo in the flying car Smile.

This is a special event for MNers who love the Harry Potter films or even film making in general.

The tour is aimed at children aged 8+ but if you have younger children they can attend if you wish. It's accessible to all including buggies.

The event will take place
Near Watford North London
On Wednesday 23rd March
Arrival from 4pm (must arrive by 5pm) and the tour lasts around 3 hours. Note there may be some waiting around when you arrive due to being allocated the next available tour.

There is a free on-site car park, which is a short walk away from the entrance to the Studio Tour, with designated disabled parking. For those arriving by train, a shuttle bus runs to and from Watford Junction train station every 20 minutes (£2.50 return).

MNers can attend with their partner and children - please specify your group size on the sign up form.

You will need to make your own way to the event and attendance is strictly by invitation only!

After the event, we'd need you to please give your feedback on a thread on MN - and add a review in the MN days out section (here)

If you'd like to attend please add your details here and we will be in touch with selected MNers asap. NOTE: there will be a strict list of names and party size on the door.

All MNers who share their feedback of the Studio Tour and add a review will be entered into a prize draw where two lucky MNers will win a goody bag containing a Harry Potter wand, Fizzing Whizzbees, Peppermint Toads, Chocolate Frog and a packet of Bertie Bott’s Every Flavour Beans (worth £57.75).

Thanks and good luck!
MNHQ

Harry Potter or film mad? Want to visit the Warner Bros. Studio Tour on 23 March and report back for MN? NOW CLOSED
Harry Potter or film mad? Want to visit the Warner Bros. Studio Tour on 23 March and report back for MN? NOW CLOSED
Harry Potter or film mad? Want to visit the Warner Bros. Studio Tour on 23 March and report back for MN? NOW CLOSED
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pukkapine · 14/03/2016 20:24

Yay - so excited! I LOVE MN - sometimes it is beyond awesome.

Feeling bad for all the ones who haven't had an email though, wish it was possible for everyone! Perhaps if I can find Hermione's bottomless bag you could all sneak in in that?

BatmanLovesPeaceAndQuiet · 14/03/2016 20:46

Thank you Mumsnet Smile

Apparently there is a waiting list so don't give up hope yet!

Weird how we'll all know each other are Mumsnetters...

ToucanPlay · 14/03/2016 20:54

How do we get on the waiting list?

Sootica · 14/03/2016 21:01

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Message withdrawn at poster's request.

FranksBobot · 14/03/2016 21:01

Toucan - I presume if you applied but didn't get chosen you will automatically be on the waiting list for those who back out / don't respond to the email in time.

Batman - I was thinking the same! Imagine if you see someone you know in RL and didn't realise they were a MNetter.

Obs2016 · 14/03/2016 21:12

So sorry to those who have not been chosen. It didn't seem to me that THAT many people posted that they'd applied. Not THAT many more than 75, so hopefully, if they can't make it, your chances of getting a waiting list place, is high.

LunaLunaLovegood · 15/03/2016 08:59

Thank you MNHQ, I am so excited about this. Haven't told DC yet (want to surprise them) but DH is delighted!

Just changed my name in anticipation Grin

QueenofallIsee · 15/03/2016 09:40

I am all aglow, thank you Mumsnet!

Silky2015 · 15/03/2016 10:09

Are emails still going out or has everyone been notified. I have deleted loads of emails by accident, so if I did get an email (clutching at straws!) could it be resent. Pretty please. Thanks

muminthecity · 15/03/2016 13:31

Ah that's a shame I was really hoping for this one! Oh well never mind, I hope you all have a fab time you lucky sods!

Obvs2016 - not everyone who applied will have posted on this thread. There could be thousands who applied but didn't post a message here.

AnnMumsnet · 15/03/2016 16:17

Sootica - has it right - am collating the RSVP's now and will be looking to get the final tally up to 300 attendees so if you weren't in the first round, so bear with me as I do have some slots which I will be filling either tomorrow or Thursday
Also: some folks are yet to reply so please do check your inboxes for an email with "Warner Bros" in the subject

Thanks
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FranksBobot · 15/03/2016 16:54

I hope you got my RSVP! I apologise for the very unprofessional email I was far too excited Grin

idleweiss · 15/03/2016 16:56

AnnMumsnet - Have our fingers crossed we get lucky last minute! My eldest is dying to go!

ToucanPlay · 15/03/2016 17:11

Annmumsnet we would 100% attend!! ☺☺

ThisUserNameIsAlreadyTaken · 15/03/2016 17:16

Yay, we're in !!!

Thank you, have just emailed you back Ann Grin

TantrumsAndBalloons · 15/03/2016 17:19

I so glad I looked at this thread- the email came last night but I somehow missed it- I just went back to double check after reading this.

Thanks so much MNHQ

muminthecity · 15/03/2016 17:22

Ooh there is still hope then! Fingers crossed

Titsalinabumsquash · 15/03/2016 18:47

ANNMUMSNET! I have emailed you, I don't think it's going through, I want to RSVP for 2 adults 3 children and I'm concerned you've not got the email, I stupidly deleted the email you sent me. Can you let me know if you've got my rsvp please? WE WANT TO GO TO HARRY POTTER!!!!! Grin

AnnMumsnet · 15/03/2016 20:04

Titsalinabumsquash - email not rec'd but duly noted.

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TheHobbitMum · 15/03/2016 20:17

Hi Ann, thank you so much for our places we are all very, very excited! (Claire Day) x

Titsalinabumsquash · 15/03/2016 20:22

Happy Dance< GrinGrinGrin

TheoriginalLEM · 15/03/2016 21:09

ANNMUMSNET - i too have emailed you. Thank you SOOOOO very much. Its my DP's birthday on the 24th and DD is just fit to burst she is so excited. I was going to make it a surprise but i squealed so loud when i received the email that i had to tell them what was wrong! A very excited DP and DD :) Thank you thank you thankyou thank you!!! :) :) :)

Wiifitmama · 15/03/2016 21:17

Annmumsnet - I did email our acceptance. Now am slightly panicking that you might not get it and give our spots away. Totally irrational!

VoldysGoneMouldy · 15/03/2016 21:22

Wiifitmama can I panic in the corner with you please?

wannabestressfree · 15/03/2016 21:26

Me three :/

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