Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Relocates to Sandringham Estate Amid Ongoing Controversy

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has vacated his residence at Royal Lodge near Windsor Castle and relocated to a temporary property on the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk. This move follows the revocation of his royal titles and honors by King Charles III in October 2025, amid ongoing scrutiny over his association with the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.

The former prince departed Royal Lodge on Monday night and is currently residing in a temporary property on the Sandringham Estate while his permanent home undergoes renovations. It is believed he will ultimately reside at Marsh Farm, a farmhouse property approximately seven miles from the main Sandringham House.

The Sandringham Estate, privately owned by the King, encompasses 6,475 hectares of farmland, 1,416 hectares of woodland, and 150 properties. The move is viewed as an attempt by King Charles to distance the monarchy from scandal and shield it from further fallout.

Andrew's relocation comes amid renewed scrutiny over his connections with Jeffrey Epstein. In November 2025, email exchanges between Andrew and Epstein were released, revealing that Andrew planned to meet Epstein after his prison release.

Additionally, Thames Valley Police is assessing allegations that a woman was sent to the UK by Epstein for a sexual encounter with Andrew at Royal Lodge in 2010. The woman, who is not British, was in her 20s at the time.

Andrew has consistently denied any wrongdoing. His move to Sandringham is seen as a step towards his marginalization within the royal sphere, as the monarchy seeks to distance itself from the controversies surrounding him.