Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly secured a private, non-royal residence in Great Britain in preparation for their upcoming move back to the United Kingdom. Six years after stepping back from their roles as senior working royals and establishing a life in Montecito, California, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex plan to relocate later this month. Their children, Prince Archie (7) and Princess Lilibet (5), are scheduled to begin attending a British school when the new academic term starts in September.
Privacy Safeguards and Schooling Clarifications
To protect the family’s privacy and manage security concerns, the precise location of the new home—believed to be situated outside London—remains undisclosed. Similar confidentiality surrounds the specific school the children will attend. While early online rumors speculated that Prince Archie might eventually attend Eton College, sources close to the couple have dismissed those claims.
Transatlantic Presence and Non-Working Status
Despite establishing a residential base in Britain, the couple will maintain their private real estate holdings in California, alongside their vacation home in Portugal, establishing a transatlantic setup. Crucially, the move does not signal a return to official royal duties; the Sussexes will continue operating strictly as private individuals and non-working royals, consistent with the terms established during their initial 2020 departure.
Ongoing Security Considerations
Security remains a central focus surrounding the family’s return. Since relinquishing their working royal status, Harry has repeatedly voiced concern regarding the loss of state-funded police protection while in the U.K. Security challenges previously complicated plans for family visits, including a long-awaited reunion between King Charles III and his grandchildren. However, following private arrangements during a brief July trip to Highgrove House, the family managed to navigate these hurdles. As the couple prepares for a full-time move, questions remain regarding how their long-term private protection will be structured and financed.
Source: Compiled from various sources
