Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was kicked out of Royal Lodge in Windsor earlier than expected and driven to Sandringham, Norfolk, in the “cover of darkness” to avoid being seen, a source claims. It comes after King Charles became increasingly concerned with the relevations from more Epstein files released last week by the Department of Justice.
Buckingham Palace originally had said the move would happen in early 2026, but the fallout from the latest drop of Jeffrey Epstein files appears to have sped up his departure.
The Sandringham Estate where Andrew has moved to is privately owned by the King, and he will pay the costs of his brother’s new home. It is believed he will ultimately live at Marsh Farm on the estate.
Speaking of his departure, a friend of the royals told The Sun: “He had planned to cling on at Royal Lodge a little longer but with the latest batch of Epstein files it was made clear to him that it was time to go. Leaving was so humiliating for him that he chose to do it under the cover of darkness.
“He didn’t want to have a big emotional goodbye even though Royal Lodge is a place where he had so many family memories.”
They added: “Theoretically he could have stayed until Marsh Farmwas ready but the headlines were only getting worse. Also, the fact he’s been seen driving around Windsor laughing and looking like he hasn’t a care in the world hasn’t gone down well with the Royal Household.”
Buckingham Palace is understood to be “keeping an eye” on the shocking developments. Asked if Andrew should testify, a palace source said: “That is a matter for Andrew and his conscience.”
Last year, King Charles formally stripped Andrew of his remaining royal titles and privileges, including the HRH style, “Prince” title, and his role as Duke of York, following intense scrutiny over his links to Jeffrey Epstein.
Andrew denies all accusations made against him.
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