Royal Reshuffle: Fergie's Potential Cotswolds Retreat
Amid ongoing speculation about Sarah Ferguson's housing situation following her impending eviction from Royal Lodge in Windsor Park, new information suggests a surprisingly convenient solution may be closer than expected. The former Duchess of York could potentially find sanctuary in an unexpected location: Princess Beatrice's recently renovated Cotswolds estate.
The Granny Annexe Transformation
Princess Beatrice and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi have completed extensive renovations to the one-bedroom annexe at their £3.5 million Cotswolds property, originally purchased in 2021. The structure, which began life as a cattle shed before being converted by previous owners, has undergone a comprehensive refurbishment that makes it immediately habitable.
According to local sources, the annexe has been completely gutted and refitted with new doors and windows painted in traditional Cotswolds green. The stonework has been repointed, gutters renovated, and woodwork freshly painted, creating a self-contained residence with its own private entrance.
"The granny annexe seems to be ready to move into now," revealed an insider. "It'd be perfect for Fergie, wouldn't it?"
Imminent Occupation Signs
Evidence suggesting imminent occupation emerged recently when propane gas bottles were delivered to the property, coinciding with the first cold snap of winter. The timing has fuelled speculation that the annexe is being prepared for a new resident, potentially the soon-to-be-homeless Duchess.
The accommodation, situated across a cypress-lined courtyard from the main six-bedroom house, offers a more appealing alternative to Sandringham in Norfolk, where Sarah Ferguson's former husband Prince Andrew is reportedly heading. While externally modest, insiders suggest the interior is "stunning" and represents a cosy retreat in one of Britain's most fashionable regions.
Other Celebrity Updates
Caprice's London Departure: Former model Caprice Bourret is leaving her £12 million London home, a six-bedroom property featuring distinctive interior elements including all-white furnishings, a jacuzzi, and unusual ceiling fixtures. The residence previously served as a private members' club and featured on ITV's Celebrity Homes with Abbey Clancy.
Fashion Statements: Lady Sabrina Percy made headlines at the Cartier Ball wearing a sheer black Norma Kamali dress, sparking comparisons to Princess Diana's iconic revenge dress following the end of her four-year marriage to pizza heir Phineas Page. Meanwhile, Catherine Zeta-Jones opted for zebra-striped trousers at the Las Vegas F1 Grand Prix, joined by husband Michael Douglas and other celebrities.
Romantic Reconciliations: Romeo Beckham and on-off girlfriend Kim Turnbull have reportedly rekindled their relationship seriously enough to begin house hunting in Notting Hill. The couple, who split in April amid family tensions, appear to have overcome previous difficulties, with Romeo now describing the DJ as "the one" to friends.
Charity and Personal Changes: Numerous celebrities including Poppy Delevingne and Jeremy Corbyn have donated second-hand shoes for a Small Steps Project charity auction. Meanwhile, Anais Gallagher, daughter of Oasis star Noel Gallagher, appears to have moved away from her "sober curious" lifestyle, photographed drinking wine while touring with her father in Argentina.
