Set Facts
- This set is the fourth version of Hogwarts Castle that the LEGO has released.
- The set contains one of the highest minifig counts of the theme and includes Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Professor Dumbledore, Argus Filch, Professor Snape, Professor Flitwick, Professor McGonagall, Lord Voldemort, and two Dementors.
- The set connects with 4867 Hogwarts.
- Hogwarts Castle was designed by LEGO designer Bjarke Lykke Madsen.
Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)
Hogwarts Castle Reviews
Is this LEGO set a good investment?
“While the annual growth has been slightly declining over the last year, we still believe that Hogwarts Castle is a good set to invest in if you collect Harry Potter sets. Over the last several years, Hogwarts Castle has averaged an annual growth of just around 9% and is expected to decline no more than one or two percent in the next couple of years, while Harry Potter sets have an average annual return of around 6%.”
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From Bricks To Bothans
“This will undoubtedly be a rewarding set for all Harry Potter fans. If you're just a casual follower, make this the one HP set you add to your collection. On top of a sweet-looking castle, you'll also end up with great MOC fodder for architecture and desert landscapes.”
The Brick Fan
“I would recommend this set because as a Harry Potter fan, I am happy to own something that plays a major part in the films. As LEGO starts to phase out the 2010 LEGO sets, it'll be harder to find in stores and prices will certainly skyrocket in the future.”
Eurobricks
“Is it a perfect representation of Hogwarts Castle? Heavens no, but you can't honestly expect that. Hogwarts is a huge, complex place, so even a UCS Hogwarts would still be way underscaled. But for a playset, it's pretty good. Better than any of the previous three castles in... More my opinion.”
Ninja Brick
“The LEGO 4842 set isn't perfect, but it's certainly an improvement on previous versions. Harry Potter fans will get a very nice-looking set, with a great silhouette, that is fun and playable. While it does not have all common rooms and tables, it has enough to enable a lot... More of adventures.”
Theme Analysis
Lifespan
17 mos (this set 26 mos)
Annual growth
+6.29% (this set +8.89%)
This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
Hogwarts Castle currently ranks #60 out of the top most owned sets in Harry Potter.
Magic and mystery haunt the halls of the Hogwarts™ Castle!
The Dementors have the Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry surrounded, and an epic battle between Harry Potter and Lord Voldemort is looming! Harry and Dumbledore face He Who Must Not Be Named while Professors McGonagall and Flitwick try to keep the school safe. Explore this essential Harry Potter set to discover incredible details like Dumbledore’s office with sliding spiral staircase, the Slytherin and Gryffindor common rooms, and so much more!
Includes Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and 9 minifigures exclusive to this set: Lord Voldemort, Professor Dumbledore™, Professor Snape, Professor McGonagall, Professor Flitwick, Argus Filch and his cat, Mrs. Norris and 2 Dementors
Dumbledores office features the Sorting Hat, Gryffindor’s Sword, a Basilisk fang and secret sliding stairs
Gryffindor common room features fireplace with Sirius Black’s face
Tom Riddle’s book hidden in the knight’s armor
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