Prince Andrew appeared somber as he drove through Windsor today amid concerns that his brother, King Charles, may ask him to vacate his deteriorating residence, Royal Lodge manor.

The Duke of York, clad in a navy jumper adorned with the Grenadier Guards crest, was seen heading towards Windsor Castle grounds.

In December 2022, Buckingham Palace announced Queen Camilla’s appointment as the new colonel of the Grenadier Guards, replacing Prince Andrew.

Photos have recently surfaced showing the crumbling condition of Royal Lodge, where Prince Andrew has resided for two decades. Despite facing challenges in affording its £400,000-a-year maintenance costs, Andrew has remained adamant about staying, pledging to his brother, the King, to oversee costly repairs, yet progress appears lacking.

Sources indicate that Prince Andrew’s failure to fulfill his obligations for the estate’s upkeep has raised concerns, potentially jeopardizing his tenure there.

Despite previous reports of Prince Andrew’s determination to remain in the property, discussions have ensued about his potential relocation, with Frogmore Cottage among the options considered. However, Andrew reportedly viewed this as a demotion.

Relations between Prince Andrew and King Charles have cooled, but attempts at reconciliation were made, including an invitation for Andrew and Sarah Ferguson to visit Balmoral. Discussions during a family gathering there last August reportedly delved into the issue of Andrew’s tenancy.

Royal Lodge, shared by Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson, requires significant repairs, including addressing a damp problem and roof maintenance, which Andrew has partially funded.

Amidst legal controversies, including a settlement payment to Virginia Giuffre, Prince Andrew has faced scrutiny, resulting in his removal from royal duties and HRH title. Despite this, he maintains a presence at family events.