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Hurry! The Hogwarts Lego set is the cheapest it’s been in months

The Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle and Grounds set.
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Lego sets are some of the best ways to get the whole family working on something fun together, and what better IP to satiate our brick-building than Harry Potter? Now that Prime Day Lego deals are beginning to pop up here and there, we came across this phenomenal offer on a Lego HP set:

For a limited time, when you purchase the Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle and Grounds Set on Amazon, you’ll only spend $136. At full price, this model sells for $170. This is actually the cheapest this Lego set has been since Amazon’s July Prime Day sales event.

Why you should buy the Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts set

Whether you’ve never seen a Harry Potter film or you’re a diehard fan, this Lego rendition of the iconic Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is a marvel to behold. With 2,660 pieces to sort through, the finished product stands 8.5 inches tall, 13.5 inches wide, and 10 inches from front to back. That’s perfect for a shelf or end table.

This kit lets you recreate some of the most popular locations from the magic academy, including the Great Hall, Astronomy Tower, Main Tower, bridges, greenhouses, courtyards, Boathouse, and the Black Lake. You’ll even be treated to fun details like the Chamber of Secrets, The Winged Key room, and the Whomping Willow (among other surprises!). This Lego kit even comes with a Hogwarts architect minifigure you can proudly display by the finished castle!

This Lego Harry Potter kit is part of Lego’s Adult lineup of advanced Lego sets aimed at the grown-ups. After all, there’s no better way to unwind from a stressful day than by constructing one of the most whimsical locations from one of the most fantastical film and book series of all time.

Save $35 when you order the Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle and Grounds Set on Amazon. If you’re still looking for more Lego kits, we have an entire list of Lego deals for you to look through. Want more Amazon savings? Check out the best October Big Deals Prime Day deals we’ve had our eyes on.

Michael Bizzaco
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