10 Whimsical Wonders About Harrods (with a Dash of Delightful Nonsense):
2025-04-02
10 Whimsical Wonders About Harrods (with a Dash of Delightful Nonsense):
Q: Could Harrods literally sell me the moon?
A: While their "Everything for Everybody" motto is bold, lunar real estate remains tricky. However, their crystal chandeliers do sparkle like moonbeams. (And yes, they’ve sold actual meteorites. Priorities.)
Q: Is there a secret tunnel to Buckingham Palace for midnight biscuit emergencies?
A: Rumor has it the Harrods Food Halls and the Royal Kitchens are connected by a passage lined with Fortnum & Mason tea tins. Proof? Only the corgis know.
Q: Do Harrods’ Christmas window displays come to life when the store closes?
A: Absolutely. The animatronic elves host raucous tea parties, and the giant teddy bears argue about who wore the tartan bow better. Security turns a blind eye—they’re unionized.
Q: Can I rent a butler trained in Jedi mind tricks to haggle for me?
A: Sadly, no. But their Personal Shopping team can convince you that a £10,000 handbag is a “practical investment.” These are the discounts you’re looking for…
Q: Does the Egyptian Escalator lead to a hidden tomb with a sarcophagus sale?
A: Pharaohs preferred online shopping. The escalator actually leads to the “Lost Department,” where single socks and forgotten umbrellas live in exile. It’s very dramatic.
Q: Has anyone ever tried to return a half-eaten truffle to the Food Hall?
A: In 1997, a man demanded a refund because his caviar “didn’t pair well with instant ramen.” Harrods politely declined but gifted him a etiquette manual. Classic.
Q: Is there a “Fainting Couch Department” for overwhelmed shoppers?
A: Yes, tucked between the diamond necklaces and the bespoke yachts. They offer complimentary smelling salts and a “This Is Fine” playlist.
Q: Do Harrods’ pet spa clients include unicorns or dragons?
A: Officially? No. Unofficially, a very well-groomed griffon was once spotted in the canine massage suite. It tipped in gold coins.
Q: Can I book a “Sleepover in the Toy Department” experience?
A: Only if you’re a 7-year-old heir to a throne—or a very convincing adult in a onesie. Pillow fights with staff are discouraged (liability issues).
Q: Does Harrods have a secret society for people who’ve bought their iconic green bags?
A: Yes. Members meet annually to whisper “I could’ve bought a car instead” in unison. The initiation involves folding the bag perfectly. Few survive.
Bonus: The store’s famous motto—Omnia Omnibus Ubique (“All Things for All People, Everywhere”)—does NOT apply to common sense. Tread lightly.