Wizard event as Hogwarts Express steams back in

CALLING all Harry Potter fans - the Hogwarts Express is back in Rossendale this year, with a two-hour experience full of witchcraft and wizardry.

East Lancashire Railway is bringing a load of witches, wizards and magical creatures from the dark side and letting them loose on the Wondrous Wizard Express.

The train will take families on a two-hour return trip to Rawtenstall, with a whole host of magical activities along the way.

The first one is taking place on February 15, followed by April 5, May 31, July 26, August 16 and 30 and finally October 25.

You’ll have to go on a journey to find the missing magical artefact, stolen by a sect of sinister sorcerers - and make sure that the first day of term at the Wizard Academy goes without a hitch.

Fans of the books and films dress up in their best Harry Potter costumes - so expect to see plenty of witches, wizards and Dementors wandering around.

The event is recommended for families with children aged five and over. For tickets, costing £13 for adults and £8.50 for children, visit www. eastlancsrailway.org.uk/ events-activities/2018/2/ wizard-academy.aspx. Kids under two go free.