The Journey From Platform Nine and Three Quarters

It is just before 11am on 1st September and Harry is on his way to Hogwarts for his first year, getting some help onto the platform from the Weasleys.

A scarlet steam engine is waiting next to Platform 9 3/4.  The platform is bustling with students and their parents, pushing trolleys and levitating their trunks to the Hogwarts Express.  Some still have time to pick up a copy of the Daily Prophet, as long as the Niffler in the corner hasn't stolen their Galleons.

Neville Longbottom and his grandmother are ready to load his luggage as he clutches his acceptance letter, afraid he won't get on the train without it.  Unfortunately, the Malfoys are just ahead and are likely to have a snide comment to make.

Final preparations are being made, the trolley lady is loading her refreshments and snacks with a swish and flick of her wand.  Soon the students will all be aboard and ready for the long journey ahead.