Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor seen taking a solo stroll ahead of imminent move to new home

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been seen taking a solo stroll across a field on the Sandringham estate, ahead of his permanent move to Marsh Farm.

The former Duke of York was spotted walking across a path from Wood Farm to his new property, with his move imminent.

 

Mr Mountbatten-Windsor was seen wearing a green jacket as he strolled, opting to wrap up despite the warm conditions.

He was recently visited by his younger brother, Prince Edward, who became the first member of the Royal Family to see the former prince.

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Andrew has been seen taking a solo stroll (STOCK)

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The Duke of Edinburgh, with his wife Sophie, was set to stay at Wood Farm during their Easter visit to Sandringham.

However, the couple had to stay in a holiday rental after Mr Mountbatten-Windsor refused to vacate the property.

Edward and Sophie were thought to be intending to stay at the five-bedroom farmhouse situated roughly two miles from the main estate, as is their custom for royal gatherings.

Instead, the couple reportedly took up residence at Gardens House, a cottage that commands rates of up to £4,110 weekly during peak periods.

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The former Duke of York is set to move to Marsh Farm imminently

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The property, once home to the estate’s head gardener, sits approximately 300 yards from Sandringham House and sleeps up to eight guests.

Mr Mountbatten-Windsor has been residing at Wood Farm on the Norfolk estate temporarily following his departure from Royal Lodge in Windsor earlier this year.

His permanent Norfolk home, Marsh Farm in Wolferton, has been undergoing extensive renovation work.

A source told The Sun: “Andrew was evicted from Royal Lodge at Windsor but now has two homes at his disposal.

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“He is just going back and forth between Wood Farm and Marsh Farm.”

According to the same source, the arrangement requires resolution: “It’s got to be sorted as Edward and Sophie like to use Wood Farm.”

The Duke of Edinburgh had a “quiet word” with Andrew during his visit to Wood Farm.

“Prince Edward was the first and only member of the Royal Family to visit,” a source told The Sun.

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Edward was the first member of the Royal Family to visit the former prince

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The insider continued: “Andrew has been ignored by everyone since he left Royal Lodge, including his daughters and ex-wife, who have stayed away.

“Edward has already publicly made his feelings clear when he expressed concern for the victims.

“Edward was meant to be staying at Wood Farm as he regularly books it for Easter, but his brother was there.

“Andrew has been dragging his heels. He could have moved by now, but has been reluctant. Edward has had a quiet word with his brother.”