Harry Potter Café Reopens in Edinburgh After Fire
The Elephant House, the Edinburgh café where J.K. Rowling wrote Harry Potter, has finally reopened after a 2021 fire. See the restored Writers' Room and the salvaged table.
The Elephant House, the Edinburgh café where J.K. Rowling wrote Harry Potter, has finally reopened after a 2021 fire. See the restored Writers' Room and the salvaged table.
The Elephant House, where J.K. Rowling wrote Harry Potter, has reopened in Edinburgh after a 4-year restoration. See the salvaged writing table and new Writers' Room. Visit the magical spot today!
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