A recent alcohol delivery to the Windsor residence of the disgraced Duke of York has drawn attention from royal observers, occurring shortly after his formal removal from the property was confirmed.
The former prince, who recently lost his remaining royal titles and was instructed to vacate his long-term Windsor home, reportedly received a case of premium champagne at his gates last week. The delivery arrives as the royal faces mounting pressure to relocate from the 30-room estate he has occupied for over twenty years.
Witnesses observed a delivery vehicle arriving at the property on November 7, where staff collected a case of French champagne valued at approximately $400. The sighting has prompted discussion among those familiar with the household, particularly given the former royal’s previous claims of alcohol abstinence.
“The timing is certainly notable,” commented an individual with knowledge of the situation. “Having luxury beverages delivered while facing eviction creates unfortunate optics, regardless of who the intended recipient might be.”
The alcohol delivery coincides with what insiders describe as a period of significant strain at the residence. “The pressure has been immense,” another source noted. “There’s considerable tension within the household, with some interpreting the delivery as maintaining appearances while others view it as concerning behavior.”
The relocation forms part of broader efforts to restructure royal finances and distance the institution from controversies surrounding the former royal’s past associations. He is expected to transition to more modest accommodations on a separate royal property early next year, an arrangement reportedly funded through private means to avoid public removal proceedings.
Also affected by the move is the former royal’s ex-wife, who maintains separate quarters within the mansion. Though the pair maintain cordial relations and occasionally dine together, sources describe the atmosphere as strained, with both individuals largely keeping to different areas of the property.
“There’s little tranquility in the household currently,” an insider revealed. “She typically remains in her own space, often conversing with staff, while he navigates this difficult transition.”
Speculation suggests both individuals may eventually spend increased time abroad following the relocation, with one associate noting that social opportunities have diminished considerably in recent months. “The appeal of remaining in the country has certainly faded,” the associate remarked.
