Why Prince Andrew Refuses to Downgrade from Royal Cottage
In a saga dubbed ‘The Siege of Royal Lodge’, Prince Andrew and his ex-wife Fergie are facing scrutiny for refusing to move from their luxurious 30-room Royal Lodge at Windsor to the more humble Adelaide Cottage nearby, where Prince William and Catherine reside.
Despite being stripped of his royal titles following his controversial interview regarding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, Andrew insists on living in grandeur. The King, Charles, has halted financial support for Andrew, leaving him to manage the upkeep of the sprawling estate himself.
Adelaide Cottage holds sentimental value to William and Kate as a private space to raise their children near Windsor Castle. However, Andrew’s refusal to relocate to the more modest Frogmore Cottage has caused tension within the royal family.
As calls for Andrew to vacate the Royal Lodge grow louder, the King is under pressure to take decisive action. The nation awaits to see if Andrew will gracefully step down from his lavish lifestyle, bringing an end to this royal dilemma.