The current iteration of the LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle is nearing completion, with the final part of its facade set to be released this summer. This marks a significant milestone, as the castle is now the most complete minifigure-driven depiction of the iconic school to date. The LEGO Group has invested a substantial budget in this project, resulting in a collection of six connecting sets and three additional models for the surrounding grounds. These sets offer a wide range of rooms and expansion options, providing a highly detailed and immersive experience for fans.
However, the castle is not yet a complete recreation of Hogwarts. Several key areas, such as the astronomy and bell towers, are still missing. The LEGO Group has previously released a set for the astronomy tower (75969), and there is speculation that it may return for the current castle. The tower's distinct design is crucial to the castle's skyline, and a larger version would be necessary to maintain scale.
The bell towers, which have not been depicted in the theme before, present a unique challenge. Their imposing size and location make them visible on the castle's skyline, but modeling them in the current castle would be difficult. The LEGO Group has limited options for further expansions without blocking the back of each build, which would contradict the play-friendly nature of the collection.
Despite these limitations, the current collection of 15 sets covers the most iconic areas of the castle and creates a skyline that surpasses any previous LEGO Hogwarts sets. The attention to detail and immersive experience it offers are commendable. However, the absence of certain key locations, such as the astronomy and bell towers, leaves a sense of incompleteness. The LEGO Group's future plans for expanding the castle remain uncertain, but the current collection stands as a testament to their commitment to creating a faithful and captivating representation of the beloved Harry Potter universe.
