Fergie and Andrew’s Farewell Party: Couple to Throw One Last Bash at Royal Lodge for Friends

As 2025 comes to a close on December 31, reports reveal that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor (formerly Prince Andrew) and Sarah Ferguson (Fergie) marked what may be their final Christmas at the grand Royal Lodge in Windsor with a discreet, low-key gathering for their most loyal remaining friends. This private festive event—described by sources as a “last hurrah”—comes amid their impending departure from the 30-room mansion in early 2026, following Andrew’s stripping of all royal titles and the ordered surrender of the lease.

Here are striking exterior views of Royal Lodge, the historic Windsor residence that has been their home for years and the backdrop for this poignant farewell:

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While the wider royal family celebrated traditionally at Sandringham—where Andrew and Fergie were notably absent and uninvited—the couple opted for an intimate get-together at home. Sources close to them told outlets like the Daily Mail that “there is to be some sort of party for their last remaining friends over Christmas,” with royal biographer Andrew Lownie suggesting it would feature “friends that go a long way back and have stuck with them.” Unlike past years, there was no staff party, no family Christmas cards from the Yorks, and a more subdued, “Grinch-like” atmosphere, reflecting the end-of-an-era mood.

Catch these recent glimpses of Andrew and Fergie together, captured during rare public appearances in 2025:

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The gathering’s guest list remains private, but speculation points to a small, loyal circle of long-time associates rather than celebrities or high society. One prominent name in Andrew’s corner is Lady Victoria Hervey, a longtime friend and outspoken defender who has publicly supported him amid scrutiny.

Here are images of Lady Victoria Hervey, a figure often linked to Andrew’s enduring inner circle:

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Fergie’s past connections have included figures like Kate Moss and Mark Francis Vandelli, though the current climate of reputational risk makes attendance uncertain. Reports indicate the event was far from the glamorous parties of old—more a quiet, defiant nod to loyalty amid isolation.

In contrast, the royal family’s Christmas unfolded at Sandringham House, the traditional Norfolk retreat where King Charles, Queen Camilla, and other senior royals gathered.

These serene exterior shots of Sandringham House highlight the festive site where the wider family celebrated without Andrew and Fergie:

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The farewell gathering underscores a stark chapter’s end: stripped of titles, facing ongoing Epstein-related scrutiny, and preparing for separate futures—Andrew to a property on the Sandringham Estate, Fergie to her own arrangements. Yet, in their final December at Royal Lodge, the couple chose to host one last intimate bash, surrounded by those who have remained steadfast. As the year turns, this quiet celebration may symbolize resilience in the face of profound change.