What if he just sat there with the hat over his eyes for ages, until Professor McGonagall jerked it off his head and said there had obviously been a mistake and he'd better get back on the train ?
Very close. You can't miss it. The party will start at sixish. Just bring some drinks. And this is a map of my new place and my mobile number. Just in case you get lost.
Put things inside like flashlights, medications, bottles of water and a sturdy pair of shoes just in case you end up having to walk over glass or debris.