Harry Potter tour (Leavesden studios)

kylehp04

I have been thinking about taking the kids to this for a while, it sounds really good I think I will take them the weekend after fathers day so its not packed!

fiscalfreckles

susancs wrote: »

OP is planning on using the HP bus, which security just let drive in past the main gate to the bus stop, so wouldn't be an issue.

I think you have to show your tour booking confirmation/tickets when getting on the bus...

begley

Well, we had a great time, and had plenty of time. We all thought the tour was amazing, and spent loads of time looking at everything. We took about 8 million photos...!!

However, we were SERIOUSLY disappointed with the gift shop and the ridiculous prices. I'm not surprised that they sell such expenive stuff, cos folk were buying it, but I don't think it would have hurt them to have a few 'pocket money' bits for those families that want a souvenir but aren't loaded. We came away with a fridge magnet - £5.95. Kiddo wanted some 'Every Flavour Beans', but changed her mind when she saw they were £9.95 for a small box.

Great day out other than that though!

wallbash

I did buy the 'Every Flavour Beans', did you get your book stamped?
Did you try the Butter Beer?

begley

Yes, and it was delicious!! Got a great pic of the 3 of us with 'butterbeer moustaches'!

chocolateteddy

Do they sell frozen butterbeer?
I had some in IOA Florida it was delicious even though it was a freezing cold day!!

susancs

chocolateteddy wrote: »

Do they sell frozen butterbeer?
I had some in IOA Florida it was delicious even though it was a freezing cold day!!

I didn't see any frozen butterbeer, it was chilled butter beer they served us. I must admit I didn't like it as found it a bit too sweet for my taste, but the kids really enjoyed it.

DaisyKnight

I went a few weeks ago and had a 2:30 slot. It was fantastic, and all done in around 3 hours. Well worth the money, I dont have kiddies myself but I can imagine it'd be a magical day for them. As an adult it was pretty spectacular. I have to disagree with any positive Butterbeer comments though, I thought it was vile! Still, each to their own and you have to try these things!

Daisy :-)

wallbash

Quick question to those who have been VERY recently , do the majority of the visitors still dress up ?? Or was only on the first day , when I was there?

Ps I liked the 'butter beer ....... Butterscotch in cream Soda , couldn't drink lots of it , but a drink that could not be refused.

DaisyKnight

I didn't see many dressed in costume. A handful of kiddies and one or two adults. We were dressed normally.

Aah..now I know the recipe for Butterbeer I can be sure to avoid it in future, thanks :-)