I would enjoy it in the British accent. It's just going to have more sense with HP.
to sweep over the hilltop
to slam into the ground
to have a bit of a lie-in
genially
to trudge down the dark, dank lane
howl of wind
to heave the large pot over to the table
toffee
owing to the bulky backpack
swirling colour
to rend the still air
to mess around with something
to rub one’s eyes
to bustle out of the kitchen
treacle
to congregate without attracting attention
to hold out the old boot