Royal Family's Move to Forest Lodge: Neighbors Relocated as Kate Middleton and Prince William Prepare for New Residence
Kate Middleton and Prince William are set to move to Forest Lodge on the Windsor royal estate, prompting two neighboring families to vacate their homes. The royal couple, along with their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, have been residing at Adelaide Cottage for the past three years. The families living in cottages near the eight-bedroom property were asked to leave earlier this summer in preparation for the royal family's move.
The cottages, which were previously stables on the estate, were rented out by the Crown Estate. The tenants were not served eviction notices but were relocated to similar or better housing within the Great Park. The proximity of the cottages to Forest Lodge prompted the decision to have them vacated before the royal family's arrival.
New shrubs and privacy screens have been installed at Forest Lodge in anticipation of the move by the Prince and Princess of Wales. The property is also undergoing minor renovations, which Kate and William are funding themselves. The spokesperson at Kensington Palace confirmed that the Wales family will be moving to Forest Lodge later this year, with the royal family likely to remain there even after William becomes King.
The upcoming move follows the family's relocation to Adelaide Cottage in 2022, where their children started attending a nearby co-ed prep school. The royal family's Norfolk home is described as their "happy place," offering them more freedom and space compared to their London residence. Their long-term plan is to stay in Norfolk for the next 10 to 15 years before moving to Anmer, a place that holds special significance for them.
In conclusion, Kate Middleton and Prince William's move to Forest Lodge has prompted the relocation of two neighboring families from their cottages on the Windsor royal estate. The royal couple's upcoming residence is undergoing preparations and renovations ahead of their move later this year. The move signifies a new chapter for the royal family as they transition to their new home on the estate.