Royal enthusiasts will now have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of former Prince Andrew’s new residence, as the royal staff has altered the route of the summer “safari” tours at his Norfolk estate.
The guided tours, which navigate guests through the King’s Sandringham estate in a Land Rover Defender, provide a comprehensive view of the country estate’s beauty. The ‘Safari and Afternoon Tea Tour’ spans two hours, commencing in the formal areas with visits to the gardens and exterior of Sandringham House, constructed in 1870 for Edward VII’s expanding family.
Following the exploration of the wider estate’s picturesque landscapes, visitors are guided to the vicinity of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s new residence, Marsh Farm. The tours now venture off-road across the fields behind Andrew’s home, utilizing his shared driveway to access the road in the village of Wolferton.
The King’s disgraced brother was compelled to vacate his 30-room Royal Lodge residence in Windsor earlier this year due to his association with the deceased convicted paedophile, Jeffrey Epstein. Andrew, aged 66, was implicated multiple times in documents disclosed by the US State Department investigating Epstein’s criminal activities. Last October, the monarch revoked all of Andrew’s titles and honors, expressing deep concern over the allegations.
Andrew was apprehended by Thames Valley police on his birthday, February 19, on allegations of misconduct in a public office. He remains under investigation for purportedly divulging confidential information to Epstein while serving as a trade envoy for the British government.
Numerous UK police forces are examining various allegations regarding Andrew’s ties to Epstein, while US authorities seek his cooperation in shedding light on his relationship with the sex offender. Since his exile from the royal family, Andrew has mostly remained out of the public eye, occasionally spotted walking with a bodyguard on the Sandringham estate and observing horses near his new five-bedroom residence.
The tours guide guests through the formal gardens, showcasing the King’s organic farmland and forests, home to deer, hare, and birds of prey. Visitors also have the chance to learn about the Wash, a picturesque shallow bay abundant with wintering birds.
Tickets for the tours are available on the Sandringham estate website, inviting visitors to “Discover what enchanted generations of monarchs aboard a Land Rover Defender for a spectacular tour of the Royal Sandringham Estate, including the Royal Station platform in the village of Wolferton.” The experience concludes with a delightful Afternoon Tea using locally sourced ingredients, ensuring an intimate experience limited to a maximum of six individuals.
Another tour provider suggests that royal enthusiasts can traverse stunning landscapes, meadows, and farmland under the expert guidance of a local guide residing and working on the estate. Queen Elizabeth II traditionally hosted her family at Sandringham every Christmas from 1988, except during Covid restrictions, cherishing the festive memories made there until the anniversary of her father, King George VI’s passing on February 6.
King Charles III’s great-grandfather, George V, fondly described the family’s Norfolk retreat as “Dear old Sandringham, the place I love better than anywhere else in the world.” George VI expressed his happiness at the estate, considering it a beloved place.
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