Prince Andrew continues to cause trouble within the Crown. Stripped of his titles after the rape accusations on minor concerning him, the latter now evolves in withdrawal from public life. However, this clearly does not prevent him from living happily in one of the most prestigious royal residences, the Royal Lodge.
Unwavering, Prince Andrew refuses to leave the premises for a less spacious residence (Frogmore Cottage), despite the request of his brother Charles. It must be said that the heir covered his back by signing, upon his arrival in 2003, a 75-year lease with the Crown Estate. According to GB News, the latter is even considering transferring the lease to his daughters, Beatrice and Eugenie, after his death.
But if Charles III were to succeed in ousting his brother from Royal Lodge, who would take his place? According to Gareth Russell, a royal author, a couple from the Crown are being considered for the role.Royal Lodge has a very important history within the royal family. Remember, this is the final resting place of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, so it is traditionally reserved for senior royals”, he explains to GB News.
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Gareth Russell says the mansion would normally go to Kate and William, but they are very happy in their current residence, Adelaide Cottage. So it is another duo who could occupy the mansion. “The logical choice would of course be the Prince and Princess of Wales, but they have shown little interest in moving again. They seem quite content with their situation. It could be of the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh“, adds the author. So, if Prince Andrew were to eventually cooperate, the Royal Lodge could accommodate Prince Edward and his wife, Duchess Sophie. As a reminder, the latter have lived at Bagshot Park since their marriage in 1999.
