Delivery at Royal Lodge amid Claims Andrew is 'Ranting to Himself'
The former Duke of York, 65, has been confined to the royal residence since losing his royal titles last month due to his association with the late paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Andrew Mountbatten Windsor and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson appear to be preparing for an evening together after a notable delivery of champagne was spotted at Windsor's Royal Lodge.
Andrew, who strongly denies the accusations against him, was officially made a commoner when King Charles removed his prince title and HRH status through a rare Letters Patent issued on Thursday. He is also being forced to leave Royal Lodge, the 30-room home he shares with Fergie, and relocate to a property within the Sandringham estate as soon as possible.
While the exact date of his departure remains unclear, Andrew seems to be enjoying his last moments at the residence. On Saturday, several boxes of Devaux Champagne were unloaded from a Majestic Wines van outside the gates of the Grade II-listed mansion and carried inside.
Life at Royal Lodge
Despite living at Royal Lodge for more than 20 years, Andrew and Sarah Ferguson have been spending significant time apart. They reportedly sleep at opposite ends of the house, only gathering for meals to converse.
A source close to the couple said Andrew has been "ranting to himself" and "rarely goes out," while Fergie is believed to have found refuge at a secret bar behind the mansion.
Andrew’s isolation and the couple’s distant behavior illustrate the profound impact of his recent fall from royal grace.
Author’s Summary
Andrew’s removal from royal status has led to isolation at Royal Lodge, where he and Sarah Ferguson now live largely apart, marked by a quiet farewell with a prominent champagne delivery.