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King Charles Unveils Restored Sandringham Gardens With Country Life Cover

The magazine spread marks the completion of a three‑year revival that opens new formal spaces for visitors next season.

Overview

  • Country Life features a new portrait of the King at Sandringham by Millie Pilkington, a photographer he personally selected.
  • Editors describe a three‑year transformation that rebuilt formal parterres and introduced a sundial garden, a maze and a topiary garden inspired by Queen Alexandra.
  • A 400‑yard magnolia walk planted with hundreds of varieties is among the signature additions highlighted by the magazine.
  • Sandringham’s 60 acres of pleasure gardens are usually open April to October, with next spring’s visitor tickets yet to be released according to the estate.
  • Coverage comes as Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor is expected to move to privately funded accommodation on the wider estate following the removal of his royal styles.