Prince Andrew's eviction from the Royal Lodge has been delayed until at least February 2026, with royal experts suggesting the disgraced former duke is using delay as a strategy. Despite being ordered out by King Charles, Andrew is legally entitled to remain until October 2026 under the terms of his lease.
Royal commentator Robert Jobson told Hello! Magazine that Andrew is 'kicking his heels' and has made it clear he is 'going nowhere fast'. The delay is attributed to the logistical challenge of moving two decades of accumulated belongings from the 30-room mansion to a smaller cottage on the Sandringham estate, which is not yet ready.
Andrew was stripped of his HRH style and prince title in October, following revelations about his relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. He denies all wrongdoing. The King's decision came after the publication of a memoir by Andrew's accuser, Virginia Giuffre, and the release of US government documents from Epstein's estate.
Under the lease termination clause, Andrew served a tenant's notice to surrender the lease on October 30, 2025, giving the minimum 12 months' notice. Until October 2026, he remains financially responsible for the property's maintenance and repair costs.
