Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, the Cambridge children, have had a busy year in the public eye. From appearances at the Queen’s Jubilee to accompanying their parents to royal engagements, the young royals have been increasingly present on the world stage. Now, Prince William and Kate Middleton are making a significant change, relocating their family to Adelaide Cottage, a four-bedroom historic home on the Queen’s estate in Windsor. This move signifies the couple’s commitment to providing their children with as “normal” a life as possible.
Prince William and Kate Middleton with their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
The decision to move to Adelaide Cottage comes with several advantages for the Cambridge family. Located just half a mile from the Queen’s residence, the cottage offers proximity to Queen Elizabeth II, allowing for close contact and continued guidance for Prince William as second in line to the throne.
Adelaide Cottage, the new home of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, is located on the grounds of Windsor Castle.
Furthermore, the move aligns with the children’s education. All three Cambridge children will attend the private Lambrook School, set on 52 acres of countryside. This idyllic setting provides a sense of privacy and normalcy, shielding the children from constant media attention and public scrutiny.
The relocation also has implications for the relationship between Prince William and Prince Harry. Adelaide Cottage is a stone’s throw from Frogmore Cottage, the residence of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. While the Sussexes are expected to return to the UK in September, it remains unclear if the two families will reunite amidst ongoing tensions.
As the royal family continues to evolve, the move to Windsor marks a new chapter for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their children. It reflects their desire to balance royal duties with a more grounded upbringing for their children, fostering a sense of normalcy within the extraordinary circumstances of royal life.
