Harry and Meghan accept offer to stay at royal estate during UK visit

Harry and Meghan to Reside at Royal Property During UK Trip

Harry and Meghan accept offer to stay - The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have agreed to reside at a royal property with their two children during their upcoming visit to the United Kingdom. This marks their first family trip to Britain in four years, during which they will be hosted by King Charles III at a royal estate. While the specific location has not been disclosed, the family will spend several days in the country. They will also utilize private accommodations for part of their stay.

Focus on Invictus Games and Charitable Efforts

Prince Harry's visit is centered on kickstarting the year-long campaign leading up to the Invictus Games, set to take place in Birmingham in July. Additionally, he plans to engage with various UK-based charities that he has supported since relocating to California. The trip is expected to include interactions with organizations close to his heart, highlighting his ongoing commitment to community initiatives.

Previous Refusals and Security Concerns

Earlier visits saw Prince Harry decline to stay at Buckingham Palace, citing worries about public visibility and the need for discretion. A notable legal development occurred last year when he lost a case to secure police protection during his UK trip. In a BBC News interview following the ruling, he emphasized his hope for reconciliation with the Royal Family, while expressing concerns about the safety of his family returning to the UK.

"I can't see a world in which I would be bringing my wife and children back to the UK at this point," he stated. "The things they're going to miss is, well, everything. You know I love my country, I always have done despite what some people in the country have done."

Reunions and Royal Protocol

The last time the King saw his grandchildren in person was during Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee in 2022. A recent meeting between Prince Harry and his father took place at Clarence House last September, their first face-to-face encounter since February 2024. Both Buckingham Palace and the Sussex family's representatives have described the King's potential meeting with his son, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren as a private matter, declining to comment further on the details.