Sophie Turner
Sophie is a freelance writer and pop culture researcher with a lifelong love of film and fandom. She became an AFOL after building her first LEGO Ideas set and realising how perfectly LEGO captures iconic moments. Her collection centres on Ideas, Disney, and pop culture collaborations, from classic movie scenes to nostalgic TV tie-ins. Sophie explores the emotional side of LEGO collecting, examining how memory, storytelling, and cultural relevance shape demand across generations.
Sophie's Articles
LEGO Top 10 Investment Sets Retiring July 2026 – Best LEGO Sets to Buy Before Retirement
4 months ago
Discover the top 10 LEGO investment sets retiring July 2026, including Gringotts, Jaws, City Tower and the Eiffel Tower. See projected growth, retirement analysis and affiliate links before prices rise....
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LEGO Pokémon SMART Play Sets Launch August 2026 – 12 New Interactive Sets Revealed
4 months ago
LEGO Pokémon SMART Play launches August 1st with 12 interactive sets including Charizard, Pikachu, Mewtwo, Gengar, Eevee and more, now available to pre-order....
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LEGO Botanicals Retiring in 2026 – 5 Sets to Buy Before Retirement
4 months ago
Five LEGO Botanicals sets retire in 2026, including Flower Bouquet, Succulents, Wreath, Flower Arrangement and Poinsettia. See retirement dates and investment outlook....
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LEGO Architecture Sagrada Família – The Largest Set Ever
4 months ago
LEGO Architecture Sagrada Família launches November 1st, 2026: 12,060 pieces, the largest LEGO building set ever. Pre-order at £649.99 / $799.99...
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Amazon UK LEGO Sale – Star Wars, Disney & Speed Champions Deals
4 months ago
Amazon UK launches a fresh LEGO sale with discounts on Star Wars, Disney, Speed Champions and LEGO Editions sets, with savings up to 42%....
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LEGO Gift With Purchase Offers June 2026: Vintage Parade Car, Disney Animation Scenes & Hot Rod Car
4 months ago
Discover the latest LEGO Gift With Purchase offers for June 2026, including LEGO Icons Vintage Parade Car, Disney Classic Animation Scenes and Technic Hot Rod Car. See qualifying spends and the best LEGO sets to unlock these exclusive GWPs....
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LEGO Minas Tirith Launch GWP Strategy – Why Day One Buying Made Sense
4 months ago
Why buying LEGO Minas Tirith at launch may have been smarter than waiting for discounts, thanks to the exclusive Grond GWP and launch extras....
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LEGO Shrek Minifigure Series Confirmed for September 2026
4 months ago
LEGO Shrek Collectible Minifigures are confirmed for September 2026, with major character potential and strong CMF investment appeal....
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LEGO BrickLink Designer Program Series 11 Finalists Revealed – Castles, Trains & More
3 months ago
BrickLink has revealed the five finalists for Designer Program Series 11, including castles, a lunar cargo train, floral display and village-inspired builds ahead of 2027 crowdfunding....
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LEGO Icons Arcade Pinball Machine Revealed – Retro Gaming Meets LEGO Space
3 months ago
LEGO Icons Arcade Pinball Machine (11374) launches July 2026 with working flippers, LEGO Space minifigures and interactive gameplay. See pricing, details and investment thoughts....
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