The Ultimate Harry Potter Road Trip

January 9, 2022January 8, 2022 Castlesandturrets4 Comments

With the Harry Potter reunion premiere on New Year’s Day, and with plenty of Harry Potter fans out there, the ultimate Harry Potter UK Road Trip will be a magical experience for many. It's one that I would love to do (but I just have to find the time). The Harry Potter reunion celebrates the 20th… Continue reading The Ultimate Harry Potter Road Trip

Inspiration

Inspiration.33

April 1, 2020April 1, 2020 Castlesandturrets24 Comments

Through the ups and downs, you'll find a lesson to learn that will make you a better person. Each experience (good and bad) makes you grow. When you are struggling with anything in life, try to search for the glimmers of hope that can illuminate your heart. Here's the quote of the day: “Happiness can… Continue reading Inspiration.33

Books · Film

Exploring how J. K. Rowling underestimates the homophobia in the Harry Potter canon

July 13, 2018April 30, 2020 Castlesandturrets2 Comments

*Before you read this, I just want to let you all know that I really do love Harry Potter, so please don't think I'm trying to ruin an amazing story. Also J.K.Rowling.... I love everything you've done! Secondly, this is an essay I did for my university course. It was my final essay ever and I'm… Continue reading Exploring how J. K. Rowling underestimates the homophobia in the Harry Potter canon

Christmas · Film

Christmas Film Countdown – 15

December 11, 2016October 26, 2017 CastlesandturretsLeave a comment

That's right people, only TWO MORE WEEKS! How amazing is that. I think this is reason enough for an extra bonus film (well in this case films. . . you'll see what I mean in just a second). I always use Christmas (or any holiday really) as an excuse for a film marathon, and because this… Continue reading Christmas Film Countdown – 15

Castles

Alnwick Castle – Castle Review

October 11, 2016October 11, 2016 Castlesandturrets5 Comments

Built: 1096 Location: Alnwick NE66 1NQ History: Alnwick Castle is a castle and stately home in Alnwick in the English county of Northumberland. It is the seat of the Duke of Northumberland, built following the Norman conquest, and renovated and remodelled a number of times. It is a Grade I listed building and as of 2012 received over 800,000 visitors per year There has been a castle recorded on this… Continue reading Alnwick Castle – Castle Review