In a drastic and unprecedented move, King Charles III is reportedly preparing to exile Prince Andrew to a remote Scots Highland location as part of ongoing efforts to distance the disgraced royal from the heart of the monarchy. Sources close to Buckingham Palace reveal that Andrew, who has already relinquished several titles amidst the Epstein scandal fallout, may soon be compelled to vacate his sprawling 30-room Royal Lodge residence in Windsor and relocate to the historic Castle of Mey in the far north of Scotland.
The Castle of Mey, a former holiday home of the late Queen Mother, is a secluded 16th-century castle located 673 miles from Windsor and is surrounded by sparse villages and breathtaking but isolated scenery. This remote setting signifies a sharp fall from grace for Andrew, who has lived effectively rent-free at the luxurious Royal Lodge for two decades, close to his daughters, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie.
Although Andrew has resisted eviction attempts due to a protected lease agreement, the mounting pressure from the Palace and public outcry over his associations with Jeffrey Epstein have led to tacit acceptance that exile is unavoidable. Andrew reportedly desires to stay close to his daughters, which complicates plans, but King Charles appears resolute in his determination to enforce the move.
Adding to the drama, offers from other Scottish estate owners, such as Lady Carbisdale, have surfaced, advocating for Andrew to relocate to their properties instead, offering slightly more comfortable alternatives than the austere Castle of Mey.
This exile marks a profound fall for Prince Andrew, symbolizing his diminished royal status and the Palace's ultimatum to sever ties and salvage the monarchy’s reputation.