Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor made a final plea when he was evicted from his home in Royal Lodge in Sandringham, it has been reported. The former prince was taken in the middle of the night to his new home on the King’s Sandringham Estate on February 2.
The ex-prince made a desperate attempt to remain in his 30-room mansion, when he was told to leave. The Sun reports Andrew said: “I’m the Queen’s second son, you can’t do this to me.”
He refused to leave or take any responsibility, as a royal insider claimed: “It is extraordinary he chose to use the Queen’s name in his defence. No one is quite sure if the reality of his dire situation has hit home even yet.”
Another insider admitted the talks were tense as the King’s brother made it clear he “did not want to leave”
The former prince left Royal Lodge and is currently living at Wood Farm on the Sandringham Estate while his permanent home undergoes renovations.
Buckingham Palace had said the move would happen in early 2026, but the fallout from the latest drop of Jeffrey Epstein files sped up his departure.
The Sandringham Estate is privately owned by the King and he will pay the costs of his brother’s new home. It is believed he will ultimately live at Marsh Farm on the estate.
The historic, sprawling estate of Sandringham spans approximately 31 sq miles (80 sq km) – making it around the same size as Nottingham.
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Andrew, who also turned 66 on Thursday, has always denied any wrongdoing in connection with Epstein. He has not been charged with any offences.
After his arrest, the King released an unprecedented statement: “I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office. What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities.”
“In this, as I have said before, they have our full and wholehearted support and co-operation.”
Charles did not respond when reporters asked him for further comment as he attended an event to mark the start of London Fashion Week.