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Queen Camilla Says Sandringham Is Grappling With 'Terrible' Wasp Surge

Her York comments followed visitor notices plus active pest management at the Norfolk estate.

 King Charles and Queen Camilla's Sandringham residence has been plagued by wasps recently.
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Overview

  • At the Ebor Festival on Aug. 21, Camilla described wasps at Sandringham as a "terrible" nuisance and highlighted seasonal insect trouble.
  • Pest control experts have been called in, signs warn visitors that wasp activity is high, and a suited specialist was photographed on the grounds.
  • Camilla said her bees at Ray Mill House have been swarming this summer and confirmed she keeps eight hives at her Wiltshire home.
  • During the York engagement, she met Harry and Seline Silk of Knavesmire Nectar and was presented with a jar of honey.
  • Reports have linked elevated wasp numbers to a historically dry spring, though formal attribution has not been established.