Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, was recently seen interacting with dog walkers on the Windsor estate. The encounter occurred when his car was momentarily blocked by the dog walkers on the Long Walk, prompting a conversation through his car window. This marks a rare public appearance for Andrew, who has largely withdrawn from public life since being stripped of his royal titles.
This sighting comes as Prince Andrew prepares to move from Royal Lodge, his home for 22 years, to the Sandringham estate. A removal van was recently spotted at Royal Lodge, indicating the impending relocation. He is expected to reside in temporary accommodation while his new home, Marsh Farm, is renovated, with completion anticipated by Easter. Andrew had occupied Royal Lodge rent-free under a long-term lease, with obligations for upkeep that reportedly went unfulfilled.
Prince Andrew stepped back from public duties following revelations about his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and allegations of sexual assault by Virginia Giuffre, which he denies. He has also faced criticism for his lack of response to an interview request related to Epstein and scrutiny over his past role as a trade envoy, which included allegations of extravagant spending and questionable business dealings.