Explosive new court documents have revealed that convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein stayed at a prestigious Windsor mansion with direct royal connections, casting new light on the disgraced financier's British associations.
The recently unsealed records from a 2016 US civil case show Epstein visited Belvedere House in Windsor's exclusive private estate, a property owned by the Crown Estate and situated just minutes from the Queen's weekend residence at Windsor Castle.
The Windsor Connection
During his stay at the Grade II-listed property, Epstein reportedly entertained several high-profile guests, including Prince Andrew and former US President Donald Trump. The mansion, described as "magnificent" in estate agent listings, features seven bedrooms, a swimming pool, and stands within the gated Crown Estate development.
Epstein's presence at the royal-linked property raises significant questions about the extent of his British connections and the nature of his relationships with prominent figures during his visits to the UK.
Royal Associations Under Scrutiny
Prince Andrew's association with Epstein has been particularly controversial, with the Duke of York facing intense criticism for maintaining ties with the convicted sex offender even after Epstein's initial 2008 conviction for soliciting prostitution from a minor.
The newly revealed documents form part of a defamation case brought by Virginia Giuffre, who alleges she was trafficked by Epstein and forced to have sex with Prince Andrew when she was 17 - claims the royal vehemently denies.
Political Figures Drawn Into Controversy
Donald Trump's name also appears in the context of Epstein's Windsor visit, adding another layer to the complex web of relationships that characterised Epstein's international social circle. Both Prince Andrew and Trump have since sought to distance themselves from Epstein following his 2019 arrest on sex trafficking charges.
The Windsor revelations come as British authorities face renewed questions about whether they adequately monitored Epstein during his visits to the UK, particularly given his criminal record and the serious nature of his offences.
As more documents continue to be unsealed, the full extent of Epstein's British connections and the activities he conducted on UK soil may yet yield further uncomfortable revelations for the establishment figures who moved in his circles.
