Prince Andrew's royal lodge 'quite impossible' to save now

Prince Andrew continues to face difficulties maintaining his lavish Royal Lodge estate in Windsor amid financial challenges.

In order to save money, the Duke of York has reportedly taken on the task of maintaining the grounds himself.

Now, the 30-room mansion has fallen into disrepair, according to Todd Longstaffe Gowan, a gardener for Historic Royal Palaces.

He told the DailyMail that “It is in a shocking state,” adding, “I won't be knocking that into shape! It is impossible!”

Todd went on to add further that “I've been at Kensington Palace for 30 years, and I think Royal Lodge would be quite impossible.”

Andrew has lived at Royal Lodge since 2004 with his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson. However, after stepping back from the royal duties in 2019 due to his ties with Jeffrey Epstein, the Duke of York has faced financial strain.

Moreover, Prince Andrew’s annual allowance and private security team were cut by King Charles and he reportedly urged the Duke to move into a more manageable Frogmore Cottage—a suggestion Andrew reportedly declined.