— PLACES TO SCRIPT. ( DIAGON ALLEY )
MISS MAPLE’S LADLE. a cozy restaurant with traditional wizarding stews, pies, and baked dishes prepared from old family recipes. it’s warm and wood-paneled, with long communal tables and softly glowing lanterns. it’s tended to by Miss Maple herself, a lovely woman who somehow cooks and manages the dining room. it’s especially popular with families and visiting witches and wizards who want a proper meal between their errands
BRAMBLE & FLINT, MAGICAL BOOKBINDERS. a narrow shop with tall windows and shelves stacked floor to ceiling with leather-bound volumes. they specialize in rebinding damaged spellbooks, reinforcing grimoires against magic, and crafting custom bindings that resist fire, moisture, or hostile spells—Hogwarts professors and serious scholars are frequent patrons here
SILVERSTEP STUDIO. a dance studio offering lessons in traditional wizarding dances, formal ball etiquette, and folk dances from across magical Europe. the studio’s mirrored walls subtly correct posture and footwork, making it a great place to attend before major social events where you’ll be expected to dance
LARKSPUR APOTHECARY. dimly lit and heavy with the scent of dried herbs, they focus on rare potion ingredients. glass jars line the walls, each carefully labeled in neat script. apprentice potion-makers often linger here, consulting the potions master proprietor about substitutions and ingredient compatibility
ROSENBRINE OYSTER HOUSE. an upscale dining establishment serving the most delectable seafood sourced from enchanted waters. the décor is understated and elegant, with pale stone walls and aquamarine accents—it’s the Diagon Alley destination for formal dinners
STARLACE PARLOR. a shop offering temporary magical adornments such as shimmering hair threads, glowing nail tints, and decorative charms meant for special occasions. the catch is, none of the effects last more than a day (can you say Cinderella?) the parlor is especially popular before holidays, weddings, and birthdays
THE SAPID SODA COUNTER. a tiny booth on the side of the street (that moves throughout the day) serving house-made sodas and flavored tonics poured over enchanted ice that never melts. the booth is lined with high stools and polished brass taps, so people can have a seat and a refreshment during their errands
STARLING & SON WIZARDING STATIONERS. this shop sells parchment, ink, and writing instruments designed for long-term spellwork and academic use. some specialty inks respond to their user’s magic, while certain parchments are treated to prevent spell bleed-through. a favorite of students with a little extra money to spend on school supplies
KETTLEWHISTLERS’. a teeny-tiny tea house offering a wide selection of herbal and magical teas. the kettles along the back wall softly whistle at different pitches depending on the mood of the room. it often attracts academics, healers, and students seeking a quiet place to read or converse
THE CROOKED HOUR. a small, oddly shaped shop selling magical timekeeping devices—clocks, watches, and hourglasses that track measures such as potion brew time, lunar cycles, and personal magical exhaustion. the ticking inside is constant, but never quite synchronized
SIR PAUL’S THEATRE & PERFORMANCE HALL. a small performance hall that hosts illusionists, storytelling evenings, and magical theatrical acts. the performances are wrought with drama and craftsmanship—seats are limited, and shows often sell out quickly
FENWICK’S FAMILIAR SUPPLIES. this warm, orderly shop is devoted to the care and comfort of magical companions. it sells bedding, grooming tools, specialized feed, and enchantments meant to calm or protect familiars. the back room contains a consultation space for witches and wizards concerned about unusual familiar behavior, or with questions about their exotic pet
THE HEARTHSTONE GAMES ROOM. offering wizarding board games, strategy games, and card games played at heavy wooden tables (with necessary enchantments that prevent cheating and card-counting) groups of wizards will often reserve tables for hours at a time to play games here
HOLLOWAY’S HOUSE OF MAPS. this narrow storefront offers enchanted maps of wizarding Britain and beyond, including shifting alleyways, restricted areas, and historically significant sites. some maps update themselves as locations change, while others are fixed to a specific moment in time. curse-breakers and travelers are common customers here
CINDER & CREAM. an ice cream and dessert shop known for its magically chilled display cases and slow-churned flavors. the shop’s pale stone interior stays cool year-round, making it a favorite stop during crowded summer days
THE GILDED MORTAR. an upscale potion supply shop specializing in pre-measured kits for complex brews. each kit includes precisely prepared ingredients and detailed instructions, reducing the margin for error. while expensive, the shop is popular among healers and private potions tutors (and anyone who’s a total chump at potions)
WHISPERWIND QUILLS. a refined shop selling enchanted hand-crafted quills for specific writing tasks—note-taking, spell notation, correspondence, things like that. some write on their own, and many adjust their ink flow or angle to suit the writer. the ambience is calm, with soft chimes whenever the door opens
THE VELVETINE RABBIT. a small tea-room tucked between larger shops, known for its quiet atmosphere and discreet booths. it serves traditional wizarding teas and light pastries, many infused with mild calming or restorative properties. students, Ministry clerks, and solitary witches or wizards often use it as a mellow resting place between errands
TALBOT’S PROTECTIVE CHARMS. offering personal protection charms, ward stones, and household enchantments—everything sold here is strictly regulated and defensive in nature. the shop is orderly and professional, with demonstrations conducted behind reinforced glass, and very strict cashiers with no patience for jokes
MOONFALL MUSIC EMPORIUM. a shop selling enchanted instruments and sheet music that responds to magical ability and musical talent. some instruments play themselves, but most simply enhance the player’s talent and control. Hogwarts music clubs and private tutors often recommend the shop to students
ELDERROOT CURIOS. an odd shop that specializes in historical magical objects—old spell tokens, ritual tools, and ceremonial items no longer in common use. nothing here is dangerous, but much of it carries lingering magic that’s… strange
THE GALLEON GRILL. this bustling eatery serves grilled meats, vegetables, and flatbreads cooked over open flames. orders are placed at a long stone counter, and food is served quickly on plates enchanted to stay warm, making it favored by witches and wizards who are in a rush
THE LIMBAL THIMBLE. a quiet tailoring shop that produces enchanted garments meant for daily wear (rather than formal robes or garb for spectacle.) robes here are woven with charms for warmth, durability, or stain resistance, and fittings are conducted with precise measuring spells. older witches and wizards are often seen frequenting this shop—and really anyone who values practicality above all else
