Overview
- A removal lorry was photographed entering and leaving Royal Lodge on Wednesday, indicating the physical move has begun.
- Contractors are refitting Marsh Farm on the Sandringham estate with six‑foot fencing, CCTV, security lighting and Sky installation.
- The Times reports he will be offered a smaller temporary property on the estate to expedite his departure, with multiple outlets saying the move could occur within weeks and before his February 19 birthday.
- Buckingham Palace previously confirmed he returned the Royal Lodge lease and would relocate to Sandringham, with the King funding new arrangements.
- A recent freedom of information disclosure reported no Crown Estate inspections took place during his 22‑year tenancy at Royal Lodge, renewing scrutiny of the lease oversight.