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William and Kate Confirm Move to Forest Lodge This Year as Permanent Home

A self-funded renovation signals a family-first reset that tests expectations for the monarch’s official residence.

Overview

  • Kensington Palace confirmed the Prince and Princess of Wales will relocate to Forest Lodge in Windsor Great Park during this year.
  • Work crews are active at the property, and the couple say they will pay for the renovations from personal funds.
  • The Georgian house features eight bedrooms along with extensive gardens, a pond and a tennis court, offering more space than Adelaide Cottage.
  • Tabloid reports say two nearby tenant families were asked to leave for privacy and security reasons with rehoming offered inside the park, a claim not officially confirmed.
  • The intention to make Forest Lodge their long-term base is fueling debate over Buckingham Palace’s future role during and after its refurbishment, with commentators urging it remain the monarchy’s public center.