Andrew Mountbatten Windsor and Sarah Ferguson are said to be secluding themselves within the Royal Lodge, surrounded by numerous deliveries from Amazon. The former Duke and Duchess are reportedly retreating to the property in the wake of a significant decline in public favor. Andrew faced repercussions, including the removal of his royal titles and expulsion from the lodge, amidst the ongoing controversy linked to Jeffrey Epstein, a notorious child sex trafficker.
Despite previous claims of cutting ties with Epstein, Andrew and his former spouse were discovered to have maintained communication with him. Ferguson expressed regret for distancing herself from Epstein, while Andrew vehemently refuted the accusations associated with the scandal.
Sources close to the situation revealed that Sarah Ferguson is grappling with self-blame, contemplating a potential departure from the country. She has been a steadfast supporter of her ex-husband, standing by him even after his controversial Newsnight interview in 2019. While divorced since 1996, the pair has continued to cohabit for many years.
Ferguson is now planning to establish her own residence, while Andrew intends to relocate to the Sandringham estate in Norfolk. The logistics of the move are expected to take several weeks to complete, given the substantial number of Amazon deliveries accumulating at the Royal Lodge.
Speculation has arisen regarding Ferguson’s potential relocation abroad amid the ongoing scandal, as she reportedly feels she has limited options remaining. The dwindling invitations and her strong ties to her children and grandchildren are factors contributing to her contemplation of leaving the UK.