There are some builds that bring out the inner child in every AFOL and inspire wonder in younger builders at the same time. For us, LEGO Harry Potter 75980: Attack on the Burrow was one such set, a magical centrepiece for our Harry Potter Weekend at Redmond’s Forge.
On Saturday morning, the kettle was on, the sun broke through the kitchen window, and our little family LEGO crew, myself, Luke (7), and Rose (4), gathered around the table, ready to take on the iconic Weasley home under siege, at 6:30am (they didn’t want a lie-in this morning.
A Set Built with Love… and Flames
Released originally in 2020, Attack on the Burrow recreates one of the most memorable scenes from Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, when the Weasley family home is attacked by Death Eaters. The crooked, character-filled house stands tall with its wonky architecture, vibrant mismatched bricks, and layered roof segments that look like they were charmed together over years of magical DIY.
At 1,047 pieces, this is a mid-sized set with maximum storytelling power. The set splits neatly into build phases, perfect for sharing between family members. Luke immediately took charge of the top floors and roof structure, proudly positioning Ginny’s room and the orange dormer windows. Rose carefully clicked together the kitchen table and included a teapot piece that she declared was for “Mrs Weasley’s breakfast spells.”
I tackled the foundations, and before long we had a beautiful, leaning tower of homeliness that felt like a LEGO love letter to the wizarding world.
Mini-figures that Bring the Scene to Life
This set truly excels in its minifigure selection. We get a staggering 8 characters, including:
- Arthur and Molly Weasley, with signature outfits and warm expressions.
- Ginny and Ron, in casual wear.
- Harry Potter, of course, mid-battle ready.
- Bellatrix Lestrange, cackling with dual-moulded hair.
- Fenrir Greyback, as menacing as he is hairy.
- And a fire piece that acts as a magical flaming attack scene — quite unique for a LEGO set.
There’s strong play value here for kids, and for collectors, it’s one of the few sets to include these characters in such a domestic but dramatic setting.
Favourite Features from the Redmond Builders
- Luke’s Pick: “The flames and the bad guys running through the fire! And Ron’s bed is funny, it looks like it’s going to fall off the top!”
- Rose’s Pick: “The teapot. And the mum minifigure. She has pink flowers on her clothes.”
- Darren’s Pick: The open-back design that makes the interior completely accessible for storytelling. From the self-knitting jumper upstairs to the rustic sink and pan rack, every detail is crammed with charm.
Integration into Redmond’s Forge LEGO City
While not yet plumbed into the growing Harry Potter district of our LEGO City, the Burrow stands proudly on a temporary 16×32 baseplate beside Hogwarts Express 75955 and the start of a small forest. We’re planning a “Magical Perimeter” along the edge of the city, a blend of forest, mystery, and wizarding magic that leads toward the hidden wizard world from the Muggle city centre.
Eventually, we’ll create a countryside scene with fields and pumpkins, where The Burrow feels perfectly out of place and all the more magical for it.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Beautiful, eccentric design that captures the essence of the Weasley home.
- Excellent minifigure selection with key characters.
- Interactive interior layout full of storytelling potential.
- Great family build: chunked phases make it ideal for teamwork.
Cons:
- Some top sections are fragile and easily knocked during play.
- Might not appeal to non-Potter fans as a standalone structure.
- The Death Eater fire scene is less effective without the full diorama context.
Final Verdict
9/10 – “Home Is Where the Magic Is”
The Attack on the Burrow set is a shining example of LEGO’s ability to blend architectural whimsy with cinematic drama. It’s part playset, part collectible display, and 100% magical. Whether you’re staging a battle scene or simply admiring the leaning chimney and colourful walls, this set delivers. For our Harry Potter Weekend, it was a showstopper, both for the kids and for me.
And as Molly Weasley would say… “Not my daughter, you brick!”
