For Prince Andrew, soon-to-be Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, a big change is coming. Earlier this week, he was pictured getting ready to move out of his official residence, Royal Lodge, in Windsor. King Charles made his move against Andrew public. He reiterated plans for Andrew to move to other private housing on the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk. This decision represents a major shift in the Duke’s way of life. Since 2019, he has largely laid low behind the scenes.
Prince Andrew will be moving out after the Christmas break. This move is presumably intended to spare him the uncomfortable meetings with the rest of the royal family. The King typically welcomes his family for Christmas at Sandringham House, so planning the move to take place soon after that. Once the practical arrangements are sorted, Andrew will depart Royal Lodge. He’s made this decadent 30-room mansion his home for over twenty years.
Lifestyle Changes
According to reports, Prince Andrew’s daily routine comes largely unscathed in the wake of this tsunami of a transition. In doing so, he could avoid real scrutiny of his life and regular habits. He’s been intensely personal the last number of years, rarely making public appearances. Emily Nash told the Washington Post, “His day-to-day life might not even end up looking all that different than that at Windsor.
Over the last two years, Prince Andrew has been a frequent sight on horseback. He can pursue this new favourite pastime further at Sandringham, home of the Royal Stud. Nash noted that Andrew has often been seen biking around in recent years. He wants Andrew to take up this practice at Sandringham.
Prince Andrew’s new digs could be even cozier than Royal Lodge. He will probably continue to enjoy his preferred way of life. He’s already got two real estate deals in mind for his own new digs. The other two facilities are York Cottage and Gardens House, both on the Sandringham Estate.
Public Engagements
Prince Andrew’s public engagements will be different too, after his move. Experts suggest that it is “very unlikely that he will join members of the royal family for large-scale public events again in the near future,” as stated by royal commentator Danielle Stacey. This marks another step back from public view for the prince, who is facing intense criticism over the 2018 murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
The move to Sandringham is a dramatic change for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who has been living very well indeed. It may be difficult for him to go from a palace to a more humble abode if he gets terms. This has never been truer given his decades of investment in Royal Lodge.
Future Outlook
Prince Andrew Looking to change up his life? We’re rooting for him and can’t wait to see how he makes the best of his new environment. The impending transition will likely prompt reflection on his past while paving the way for a future that may require greater adaptability.
