Andrew Mountbatten Windsor to Relocate to Sandringham Estate Following Title Removal
Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, is set to move to the Sandringham Estate after being stripped of his royal titles and vacating Royal Lodge.
Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, previously known as Prince Andrew, is preparing to relocate to the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk following the formal removal of his royal titles and his departure from Royal Lodge in Windsor.
The Sandringham Estate, spanning approximately 20,000 acres, includes several residential properties that could serve as his new residence. Potential options include:
York Cottage: Originally called Bachelor's Cottage, this residence is about a quarter of a mile from the main Sandringham House. It has been used as an office and staff accommodation in recent years.
Wood Farm: A five-bedroom cottage located in a secluded part of the estate, overlooking the sea. It was the retirement home of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, from 2017 until his death in 2021.
Park House: The birthplace and childhood home of Diana, Princess of Wales. It was leased to a disability charity in the 1980s and operated as a hotel until its closure in 2020. The property is reportedly in need of major renovation.
Gardens House: Once the residence of the head gardener, this Edwardian house has six bedrooms and three bathrooms. It has been available to the public as a holiday let.
The exact property Andrew will move into has not been confirmed. A statement from Buckingham Palace indicated that he will move to "alternative private accommodation" on the estate, with the relocation to occur "as soon as possible and practicable."
The move to Sandringham follows King Charles III's decision to strip Andrew of his royal titles and honours due to his associations with Jeffrey Epstein. The King has initiated a formal process to remove these titles, and Andrew will now be known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor.
The Sandringham Estate has been a private retreat for the royal family since it was purchased by the future Edward VII in 1862. It remains a country retreat and is traditionally where the family gathers at Christmas.
The Palace has not specified a timeline for Andrew's move, but it is understood that the relocation will be privately funded by the King and will not be directly funded by the taxpayer.