Chelmsford's licensed Harry Potter shop offers themed gifts and experiences

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 5 Nov, 17:04 · Archive

Bubbling Burkes, a licensed Harry Potter gift shop on Chelmsford's Bond Street, sells themed merchandise and drinks alongside interactive classes.

Bubbling Burkes, a licensed Harry Potter gift shop at 22 Bond Street in Chelmsford, draws visitors with themed merchandise, drinks and immersive experiences inspired by Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley. The shop is positioned as a destination for Christmas gift shopping for Harry Potter fans.

The shop offers takeaway drinks including Chocolate Frog Hot Chocolate, Mermaid's Tail and butterscotch beer. A shop spokesman said the butterscotch beer is 'a nostalgic favourite for witches and wizards of all ages'. The merchandise includes spell jars, potion bottles, dragons and Harry Potter stationery, with items designed to look 'as though they've been delivered by owl'. Visitors can also buy a small selection of decorations from Lord of the Rings, Wednesday and Stranger Things.

Bubbling Burkes runs potion-brewing classes, broom-making workshops and The Witches of Chelmsford Walks during school holidays and on special dates. These guided walks are led by local actors and bring Essex's 17th-century witch trials to life. Small groups gather around a workbench to brew 'sparkling, bubbling concoctions' under guidance during the potion-brewing classes.

Private sessions can be booked for groups of up to six for birthdays, office parties or outings with friends.

How it is being reported

• Essex's hidden gem Harry Potter-themed shop that's perfect for Christmas giftsDiscover Bubbling Burkes, Chelmsford’s licensed Harry Potter gift shop, with themed drinks, merchandise, potion classes and magical experiences on Bond Street.Brentwood Guardian · 5 Nov, 16:09
• Essex's hidden gem Harry Potter-themed shop that's perfect for Christmas giftsDiscover Bubbling Burkes, Chelmsford’s licensed Harry Potter gift shop, with themed drinks, merchandise, potion classes and magical experiences on Bond Street.Colchester Gazette · 5 Nov, 16:09
• Essex's hidden gem Harry Potter-themed shop that's perfect for Christmas giftsDiscover Bubbling Burkes, Chelmsford’s licensed Harry Potter gift shop, with themed drinks, merchandise, potion classes and magical experiences on Bond Street.Echo (Basildon) · 5 Nov, 16:09

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