Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter in Hertfordshire won the Large Visitor Attraction of the Year at the East of England Tourism Awards 2023-2024.
Whether you are an honorary member of House Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw or Hufflepuff, everyone is invited behind the scenes to discover how their favourite moments from the Harry Potter film series were brought to life at a mesmerising tourist attraction in Hertfordshire.
Step onto the authentic sets and explore the secrets at the heart of the Harry Potter film franchise at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter.
Located at the studios where all eight films were made, the tour showcases the homegrown talent and artistry that turned J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world into a cinematic spectacle.
Since opening in 2012, the attraction in Watford has welcomed more than 19 million visitors from across the muggle world. The studio tour is regularly updated and improved to keep fans entertained, with brand-new experiences for all to enjoy.
“During our 12-year history, we have continuously invested in expanding the studio tour and developed our programme of annual features so that there’s something new and magical to see during every visit,” said Geoff Spooner, senior vice president and general manager.
“We’re always working to improve visitors’ experiences and exceed expectations – from their interactions with team members to the sets and props that are on display.”
Guests can discover the iconic Hogwarts Great Hall and explore the Forbidden Forest, board the original Hogwarts Express at Platform 9 ¾, step into Professor Sprout’s greenhouse, discover Gringotts Bank, wander down Diagon Alley and much more.
These immersive experiences, which continue to enchant audiences of all ages, have been celebrated and decorated for their quality and popularity, winning the Large Visitor Attraction of the Year award, sponsored by Howes Percival, at the East of England Tourism Awards 2023-2024.
“We’re thrilled to be recognised as Large Visitor Attraction of the Year for the third time,” said Geoff. “It’s a real testament to the hard work of every single team member.
“Being recognised for all their hard work is always a huge boost for the team here at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. To win this award three times is such a huge achievement. I couldn’t be prouder of everyone.”
The team always strives to deliver a magical day out to every one of its visitors. Their passion for providing outstanding service is reflected in customer feedback, with more than 1,000 visitor reviews mentioning team members by name in 2023.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London has received a 5* rating from 46,000+ TripAdvisor reviews and a 5* rating from over 80,000 Google Reviews.
The studio tour has also been announced as a finalist for the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2024.
But even with all this success and positive feedback, Geoff and the team continue to strive for different methods to put on the best show for fans of magic to be enchanted by.
“We’re always looking at new ways to enhance our visitors’ experience,” Geoff said. “From our annual special features to team training, food and beverages through to retail – the studio tour is constantly being adapted to create the ultimate day out for fans.
“There’s always something new and exciting coming,” he added. “Keep an eye on our website and social channels to be the first to know.”
For more information, visit wbstudiotour.co.uk
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