In the latest chapter of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s post-royal life, the couple’s desire to make the historic Althorp Estate their English retreat has been met with a firm rejection from none other than Charles Spencer, Earl of Spencer, and Princess Diana’s brother. Althorp, the ancestral home of the Spencer family, was the childhood home and final resting place of Princess Diana, and it seems Harry and Meghan hoped to leverage that connection to secure a more permanent claim on the estate. However, they made a critical misstep: they apparently failed to ask permission from the rightful owner.
Sources close to the situation reveal that Earl Spencer was “royally furious” after learning that the Sussexes had made themselves at home on the 12,000-acre estate, hosting private events and enjoying leisurely visits, all without consulting him. The final straw came when the Earl discovered that Meghan had reportedly begun planning a redecoration of one of the estate’s wings, envisioning it as their personal countryside getaway.
In response, Earl Spencer took swift and decisive action. He served Prince Harry and Meghan with an eviction notice, effectively banning them from Althorp unless a formal invitation was extended in the future. The Earl is said to have expressed his displeasure in a heated phone call with Prince Harry, reminding him that Althorp’s history and heritage long predate any Windsor connection. The estate has been in the Spencer family for over 500 years, and the Earl made it clear that it is a private residence, not a hotel for royals or celebrities to use at their convenience.
Legal documents have since been drawn up, serving as a formal cease and desist order, barring the Sussexes from making any further attempts to claim or modify the estate in any way. Sources say Prince Harry was left mortified by the eviction, while Meghan is reportedly furious at losing yet another property tied to her late mother-in-law’s legacy.
This incident sheds light on the ongoing tension between the Sussexes and some members of Harry’s extended family. Despite their royal connections and celebrity status, it seems the Sussexes underestimated the importance of heritage and protocol when it comes to long-established aristocratic estates. Althorp, with its deep family roots, is more than just a piece of property—it is a symbol of history and lineage, one that Earl Spencer is clearly determined to protect.
In the end, this episode serves as a reality check for the Sussexes, highlighting that even royal connections do not guarantee automatic access to the private residences of Britain’s aristocracy. For Charles Spencer, it was a firm stand in defense of his family’s legacy. As for Harry and Meghan, it appears their search for a “forever home” in England will have to continue elsewhere.
