Pippa Middleton linked with 'Hogwarts heir' George Percy

Elite singles using online dating sites may be intrigued to hear rumours about Pippa Middleton's latest romance.

The royal bridesmaid has been linked with George Percy, a wealthy university friend whose family owns the spectacular castle used as the Hogwarts school in the Harry Potter film franchise.

A source told the Sun that Mr Percy, who is heir to the Duke of Northumberland, has grown increasingly close to the Duchess of Cambridge's sister in recent months.

The pair are believed to have enjoyed a brief fling while they were both at Edinburgh University and rekindled their relationship following a New Year's Eve party before deciding to make it official.

Ms Middleton split up with banker and former cricketer Alex Loudon last year.

"After they parted the first thing she did was spend a weekend on George's estate in Northumberland. But now they are out in the open," the source told the newspaper.

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