LEGO Harry Potter 75953 Hogwarts Whomping Willow

Specifications
| Set number | 75953 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2018 |
| Piece count | 754 |
| Launch retail price | $69.99 / £59.99 (Brickset) |
| Sale period | August 2018 to December 2021 |
| Minifigures | 6 |
| Theme | Harry Potter |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO 75953, “Hogwarts Whomping Willow”, depicts a Hogwarts scene focused on the Whomping Willow within the Harry Potter theme. Released in 2018, the set contains 754 pieces and belongs to the school based locations of the licence.
The model focuses on a distinctive part of the Hogwarts grounds: the Whomping Willow. Within the Harry Potter theme, it broadens the school setting beyond classrooms and interiors, pairing a Hogwarts section with an outdoor magical feature that is closely associated with student events in the story.
This set appears in our LEGO Hogwarts Castle guide, which places it against the other versions.
It suits builders who want a Hogwarts display that includes both architecture and grounds. The selection of students, staff and caretaker figures supports character based play, while the subject also works for collectors arranging Harry Potter sets by areas of the school and its surroundings.
Inventory of set 75953
The inventory of set 75953 lists 754 pieces, spare parts excluded: 254 different lots (one shape in one color) for 198 part shapes. The box also contains 38 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 75953
Main color: tan, making up 18% of the parts, followed by reddish brown (12%) and light bluish gray (9.9%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tan | 137 | 18% | |
| Reddish Brown | 93 | 12% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 75 | 9.9% | |
| Black | 60 | 8% | |
| Medium Blue | 55 | 7.3% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 53 | 7% | |
| Dark Brown | 46 | 6.1% | |
| Medium Nougat | 38 | 5% | |
| Dark Tan | 32 | 4.2% | |
| White | 26 | 3.4% | |
| Other colors (22) | 138 | 18% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 101 | 13% | |
| Bricks | 86 | 11% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 77 | 10% | |
| Bricks Round and Cones | 50 | 6.6% | |
| Plates Special | 43 | 5.7% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 40 | 5.3% |
Most common parts in set 75953
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick 1 x 2 3004 | Tan | 18 |
| Brick 1 x 1 3005 | Medium Nougat | 13 |
| Brick Special 1 x 2 with Masonry Brick Profile 98283 | Medium Nougat | 13 |
| Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin 3040b | Dark Bluish Gray | 12 |
| Technic Brick 1 x 2 [2 Pin Holes] 32000 | Light Bluish Gray | 12 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | Reddish Brown | 12 |
| Animal Body Part / Plant, Tail / Trunk / Tentacle / Tongue / Vine / Tree Branch (Short Tip) 43892 | Dark Brown | 12 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Tan | 11 |
| Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) 54200 | Dark Green | 11 |
| Brick 1 x 1 3005 | Tan | 10 |
173 of the 198 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setobrick, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 75953
4 part shapes in set 75953 appear in no other set in the catalog, most often printed elements, stickers or molds specific to the model. If one gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Torso Jacket with Olive Vest, White Shirt and Tie Print (Argus Filch), Dark Bluish Gray Arms, Light Nougat Hands 973c12h02pr4406 | Dark Bluish Gray |
| Sticker Sheet for Set 75953-1 39642 | |
| Minifig Head Argus Filch, Grey Sideburns, Thick Eyebrows, Stern / Clenched Teeth Print 3626cpr2673 | Light Nougat |
| Hips and Black Legs with Dark Bluish Gray Coattails, Reddish Brown Belt Print (Argus Filch) 970c03pr9989 | Black |
Rebuilding set 75953 from another set
Share of the parts of set 75953 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75968 4 Privet Drive | 28% | 797 | 2020 |
| 76454 Hogwarts Castle: The Main Tower | 27% | 2,131 | 2025 |
No similarly sized set goes above 28%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 75953 within its line
With 754 pieces, set 75953 ranks #49 out of 186 Harry Potter sets in our database, which have an average of 672 parts. Among the 457 sets released in 2018, it ranks #52.
The set in 3D
Spin the official model of the set, brick by brick.
Load the 3D model3D model: Stefan Frenz, LDraw.org Official Model Repository (CCAL 2.0 licence)
Included minifigures
Hermione Granger, Gryffindor Sweater, Short LegsQuantity : 1
Professor Severus Snape, Long Robes over Dark Purple Vest (Shirt Tails Print)Quantity : 1
Seamus Finnigan, Gryffindor Sweater, Short LegsQuantity : 1
Ron Weasley, Dark Tan Sweater with Stripes, Short LegsQuantity : 1
Harry Potter, Open Red Flannel Shirt, Dark Bluish Grey Short LegsQuantity : 1
Argus Filch, Bald on TopQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How much was LEGO 75953 at launch?
The launch retail price of 75953 Hogwarts Whomping Willow was $69.99 / £59.99 (source: Brickset). It was on sale from August 2018 to December 2021.
How many pieces does LEGO set 75953 Hogwarts Whomping Willow have?
LEGO set 75953 Hogwarts Whomping Willow has 754 pieces. It was released in 2018 as part of the Harry Potter theme.
What year was LEGO set 75953 released?
Set 75953 Hogwarts Whomping Willow was released in 2018 and belongs to the Harry Potter theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 75953?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 75953 Hogwarts Whomping Willow: 6. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 75953?
The instructions for LEGO set 75953 Hogwarts Whomping Willow can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 75953.
What is the main color of LEGO set 75953?
Tan, with 137 out of 754 pieces, or 18%. Next come reddish brown (12%) and light bluish gray (9.9%).
How many different parts does set 75953 contain?
Set 75953 has 254 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 198 part shapes. Most common part: Brick 1 x 2 in tan, with 18 copies.
Does LEGO set 75953 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 4 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Torso Jacket with Olive Vest, White Shirt and Tie Print (Argus Filch), Dark Bluish Gray Arms, Light Nougat Hands.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 75953?
Set 75968 4 Privet Drive, released in 2020: it supplies 28%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Which staff or caretaker characters are included?
The set includes Professor Severus Snape and Argus Filch, alongside the student characters.
Does the set focus only on the Whomping Willow?
No. The Whomping Willow is central to the subject, but the model also includes a Hogwarts section to frame the scene.
See also
Sets from the same theme
75955 Hogwarts Express2018 · 806 pieces- 75952 Newt's Case of Magical Creatures2018 · 694 pieces
3D75954 Hogwarts Great Hall2018 · 882 pieces
75956 Quidditch Match2018 · 500 pieces
40289 Diagon Alley2018 · 374 pieces
75950 Aragog's Lair2018 · 157 pieces
75951 Grindelwald's Escape2018 · 132 pieces
30407 Harry's Journey to Hogwarts2018 · 40 pieces
Sets from the same year
6385434 Golden Snitch2018 · 35 pieces
6268521 Harry Potter Mosaic2018 · 2,305 pieces
6268522 Hermione Granger Mosaic2018 · 2,305 pieces
71043 Hogwarts Castle2018 · 6,020 pieces
75202 Defense of Crait2018 · 746 pieces
70643 Temple of Resurrection2018 · 765 pieces
41340 Friendship House2018 · 730 pieces
75218 X-Wing Starfighter2018 · 730 pieces
