A former senior royal is reportedly causing significant delays to his mandated relocation from a royal residence by refusing to move an extensive personal collection and by making a series of demands for his future accommodations.
The individual, who was formally stripped of his royal titles and duties, has been instructed to vacate the 30-room Windsor property he has called home for over two decades. However, the transition has stalled as he negotiates the terms of his move to a smaller residence on a separate royal estate.
Central to the standoff is his insistence on retaining a full household staff, including private chefs and gardeners, and maintaining unrestricted access to the grounds of the Windsor estate. Sources close to the situation describe the former royal as “playing hardball,” attempting to secure the privileges of his former status despite his changed legal standing.
The impasse is visually symbolized by his refusal to pack a personal collection of 72 teddy bears, which are meticulously arranged in his bedroom. Former staff have described the specific instructions for the display, noting the arrangement’s military-like precision. The collection has become a point of contention, with aides viewing it as a metaphor for his reluctance to accept his new life as a private citizen.
The situation has reportedly caused frustration within the royal household, where officials are eager to resolve the matter. A senior family member is said to be taking a firm line, emphasizing that the individual must adapt to his current circumstances and should not expect special treatment.
The former royal’s ex-wife, who also resides at the property, is facing eviction as well and is reportedly distressed by the impending move. Plans are being made to rehouse her separately at the expense of the crown. Despite past controversies, she remains steadfastly loyal to her former husband.
While the individual has promised to leave without a public dispute, he has made it clear he will only do so once his conditions are met. For now, his unusual collection remains unpacked as negotiations over his future comforts continue.
