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“Following a nationwide vote, it’s exciting to know that we’re bringing the wands to the biggest Wizarding World fans across the UK as we celebrate the upcoming release of Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore.” Polly Cochrane, Country Manager WarnerMedia UK & Ireland, said: “We are delighted that this stunning installation will be touring for the first time next month and the magic will be shared with even more fans.

Standing at an impressive 15 feet tall and securely set within concrete bases, the nine wands bring to life the iconic magical tools used by the series’ main characters, with each wand even illuminating during the evening as part of an exciting light show complete with accompanying music from both the Fantastic Beasts and Harry Potter films. The Wizarding World Wand installation will officially arrive in Hull from March 2 to March 8 in the build up to the latest film Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, which hits cinema screens across the UK on April 8. The wands themselves are designed to support Harry Potter author JK Rowling’s charity, Lumos, which hopes to end the institutionalisation of children worldwide.Īs part of the voting process, Hull received the most votes of anywhere in the country and will be the first city beyond London to host the structures, before they move on to Stoke, Reading and Birmingham.Īrtist's impression of the Harry Potter's Wizarding World wands display coming to Hull (Image: Hull Live) The announcement about Hull’s selection has also been a long time coming, with the decision made back in the summer of 2019 before finally being confirmed this week. Prior to this, the wands have previously been displayed at other iconic locations across the UK such as St Paul's Cathedral in London back in 2019. Originally, the wands were due to arrive in November, but pandemic delays meant that their visit was delayed until now, with the first magical arrivals due to open to the public on March 2nd in Queen Victoria Square. Selected thanks to a public vote, the wands will soon go on display for fans of the Harry Potter Universe to enjoy, right here in Yorkshire, reports Hull Live.įor the latest news from across Yorkshire click here Witches and Wizards across Yorkshire can rejoice next month, as Hull plays host to a magical installation from Harry Potter.Īs part of a promotional tour for the upcoming third Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them film, Hull has been chosen to host nine 15ft magic wand statues after beating stiff competition from other cities across the UK.

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