Royal move to Forest Lodge

Prince William and Kate Middleton are moving from Adelaide Cottage to Forest Lodge near Windsor, seeking more privacy and a fresh start.

Royal move to Forest Lodge signals privacy and stability

Prince William and Kate Middleton will relocate from Adelaide Cottage to Forest Lodge, a 328-year-old mansion near Windsor Great Park. Forest Lodge, formerly known as Holly Grove, has eight bedrooms and is set for renovations as the couple looks for more space and privacy for their family. The property sits closer to Lambrook School, about 10 minutes nearer than their current home, and the move is scheduled for later this year according to reports from The Mirror.

Adelaide Cottage has served as the family home since 2022 after their time at Kensington Palace. Reports place the value of Kensington Palace at about 21 million dollars. The family has filed planning applications to renovate Forest Lodge, signaling a long term plan to give the children a more private, normal life away from central London. The Windsor move follows a difficult period for the family, including Kate's cancer treatment and ongoing health concerns for King Charles, and comes after the Queen's passing.

The decision to shift homes within the Windsor estate blends continuity with a desire for privacy. In an age of constant media attention, a well chosen long term residence can be a strategic move as much as a personal one. Forest Lodge offers practical advantages, like shorter school runs and space for a growing family, while still anchoring them to the Windsor circle.

This move also tests the royal family’s balance between public duties and private life. Public interest in royal finances and residence costs remains high, and the Windsor choice will likely feed that scrutiny. The chapter signals a shift from a London orbit to a more private, family centered life that still sits within the ceremonial responsibilities of the monarchy.

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A quiet Windsor chapter could shape how the family balances duty and family life.