Kate Middleton Refuses to Move Next Door to Prince Andrew Until He’s Forced Out of Royal Lodge
Kate Middleton is reportedly deeply unsettled by the idea of living anywhere near Prince Andrew as she and Prince William prepare to move into their new home, Forest Lodge. The Princess of Wales, who is said to be focused on creating a peaceful and stable family environment after a turbulent year, is determined to have Andrew out of Royal Lodge before she and her family settle in.
According to a report from The Mirror, Kate has made it clear that she wants to draw a firm boundary between her family and the Duke of York, whose scandals continue to cast a shadow over the royal household. “Catherine shudders at the thought of living so close to Royal Lodge while Prince Andrew is still in it,” a royal insider revealed. “William wants him gone before they start to move in next week. It’s not about what Andrew doesn’t want to do anymore. It’s about what he’s going to be told to do.”
The comment reflects growing frustration within the Wales household, which has spent years working to modernize the monarchy and rebuild its image, only for Andrew’s controversies to repeatedly drag the royal family back into public embarrassment. Kate reportedly believes that the royal family cannot move forward while the Duke of York continues to occupy such a high-profile royal property.
For Kate, the move to Forest Lodge represents a long-awaited fresh start a quieter, family-focused environment surrounded by nature. The Princess has been deeply involved in every stage of preparing their new home, viewing it as a sanctuary for her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. But her vision of peace has been shaken by the knowledge that Andrew’s Royal Lodge lies uncomfortably close.
Sources suggest that Kate’s unease stems not from personal animosity but from the emotional toll of endless royal controversies. After a difficult year balancing her health, motherhood, and the responsibilities of being the future Queen, she reportedly feels that the last thing her family needs is to live next door to another royal scandal waiting to erupt.
Prince William is said to share his wife’s determination to remove his uncle from Royal Lodge. The couple believe that allowing Andrew to remain there undermines King Charles’s broader mission to streamline the monarchy and distance it from figures who no longer represent its values. Behind palace doors, William has reportedly been vocal about wanting Andrew relocated permanently, insisting that the time for compromise has long passed.
The issue took an awkward turn recently when Prince Andrew unexpectedly crossed paths with the Wales family during an outing at Windsor Great Park. According to reports, Andrew had taken his grandchildren to watch the filming of the new Harry Potter television series near the park only narrowly missing an encounter with William, Kate, and their children.
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A source present at the park described the moment as oddly tense despite the lighthearted setting. “It was all a bit strange that he turned up, but it was lovely to see the children having a great time,” the insider said. “They were busy looking at the Hogwarts Express, and it genuinely seemed like a magical time for them.”
The timing, however, raised eyebrows among palace aides, who saw it as yet another reminder of how awkwardly Andrew’s continued presence complicates royal logistics. His appearances around Windsor have increasingly become an uncomfortable topic, with senior royals reportedly trying to minimize overlaps that could reignite negative media attention.
Kate Middleton, who values order and calm above all else, is said to be privately pushing for closure on the matter before the family’s move becomes official. For her, settling into Forest Lodge symbolizes a step toward normalcy and healing, one she cannot fully embrace if the shadow of Andrew’s past continues to linger nearby.
Insiders believe the Princess of Wales’s insistence reflects her growing influence within the royal family. While she remains diplomatic in public, behind the scenes she is known to be decisive, strategic, and unafraid to voice her views on matters that could impact the monarchy’s reputation.
As for Prince Andrew, the pressure on him continues to mount. King Charles, reportedly tired of the drawn-out dispute over Royal Lodge, is said to be preparing to make a final decision that could see his brother relocated once and for all.
For Kate and William, the move to Forest Lodge represents more than just a change of address, it is a symbolic attempt to protect their children from the royal chaos of the past and focus on the future of a monarchy built on dignity, transparency, and renewal.
