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Scotland bans Harry Potter fans from viaduct tracks

7/3/2026

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  • Scotland's transport authorities warned Harry Potter fans not to trespass on the Glenfinnan Viaduct railway tracks.
  • Neil Cook said stepping onto the tracks is never worth the risk because trains cannot stop quickly, with trespassing punishable by removal, fines and prosecution.
  • VisitScotland urged the 600,000 yearly visitors, noted by Emily Bryce, to stay on marked paths, use designated viewpoints and report trespassers by texting 61016 or calling 999.