Fancy an escape? Sign up to the Chill newsletter for weekly inspiration and advice on UK holidays Diehard fans can get a glimpse into the world of Harry Potter by visiting The Shambles in York – an area that's said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley.The Shambles resembles the magical market in the books as it boasts medieval streets with cobbled paths and leaning buildings.With four Harry Potter-themed shops selling merchandise and butterbeer on offer, it promises fans the ultimate experience of the wizarding world.
While J K Rowling did cause controversy last year by denying that she’d ever been to The Shambles, its resemblance to the cobblestoned Diagon Alley is uncanny, 2Chill reports.The site of The Shambles appeared in the Domesday.
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