Relive the best parts of Harry Potter at this magically themed B&B
The world just cannot let Harry Potter go.
Llety Cynin, a small, family-run bed and breakfast in South Wales, has created the ultimate Harry Potter-themed tea service in celebration of two very important Harry Potter milestones. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and the 10th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
Now, this B&B isn't just giving you a Ravenclaw scarf and calling it a day. It's going all out to honor J.K. Rowling's cherished series by serving Wizard's tea for both children and adults. The menu features familiar treats from the books such as chocolate frogs, treacle tart, and hot butterbeer.
Doesn't that look just perfect for a cold winter day? And what about these adorable little cakes below that harken back to when Hagrid made Harry his first birthday cake, "words and all."
This marks the second time Llety Cynin has done a themed tea service. Last year, the B&B came up with the idea to celebrate the centenary year of Roald Dahl.
"We'd spent some time coming up with ideas and created an afternoon tea menu inspired by some of Willy Wonka's creations in Roald Dahl's book," Llety Cynin told Mashable in an email.
"We'd started discussing ideas towards the end of 2016 about what theme that we should pick for 2017. My sisters and I have all grown up with Harry Potter. We've been to the studios in Watford, we've reread the books countless times and are fans of the films too. We booked tickets over 18 months ago to go and will watch the Cursed Child in London next month."
From that high level of fan dedication came the delicious Wizard's tea menu, which can be found in full on the lodging's website.
Let's not forget to discuss the ambiance. During the week, tea is served in the guest lounge, which has been decorated to resemble a Hogwarts Common Room. On weekends, tea is served in the "Great Hall," which you can see above.
While there is no sorting ceremony, the B&B does understand that some people will have strong preferences about sitting at certain House tables. "Those who wish can request a specific table which we will try to accommodate as best we can," said Llety Cynin.
And while guest rooms have not been decorated according theme, the B&B does have a special treat for families who book an overnight package. Each child receives a free Harry Potter-related book for them to keep. A genius move, considering we want the magic of the Wizarding world to continue in perpetuity. Guests also have access to the B&B's leisure club and woodland walk.
Bottom line, Llety Cynin wants its guests to relax and remember the little things which made the Harry Potter series so magical. "This package is designed for fans to escape daily life and indulge in some of the treats served at Hogwarts," they said. "We're encouraging guests to come dressed up, ready to add to the fun involved."
No need to tell us twice. We're packing our trunks and readying our owls for what looks to be an amazing 2017 vacation.
Topics Harry Potter
Christine is a Web Culture Intern at Mashable. She has previously written for FanSided and Saturday Down South. She has a B.A. from the University of California, San Diego and an M.S. from Hunter College. Before she started writing, she worked in education as a teacher and school leader for four years. Her special talents include being able to quote The Office on command, playing non-stop Overwatch for hours, and composing only the wittiest of Tweets (her own opinion).
