Former Duke of York relocates from Royal Lodge to Marsh Farm in Sandringham while struggling to bring his beloved teddy bears along during ongoing scrutiny over Epstein ties

In a move that has captured both royal watchers and tabloid headlines, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Duke of York, has relocated to Marsh Farm on the Sandringham estate.

The move comes after his controversial removal from the Royal Lodge and amid ongoing scrutiny over his links to the late paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Beloved Collection Stays Behind

Despite the change in residence, Andrew is leaving the majority of his treasured teddy bears behind.

Reports indicate that only a single teddy has accompanied him to Marsh Farm, while the rest of his 60-strong collection has been placed into storage.

Sources suggest the decision was made for practical reasons, although insiders have noted that Andrew had grown deeply attached to the soft toys, often anthropomorphizing them and expressing concern about their adjustment to a new home.

The teddy bears have long been a fixture in his personal life, even appearing in Netflix’s dramatization Scoop, which recreated the infamous 2019 Newsnight interview.

In one scene, dozens of the stuffed animals are shown piled on his bed at Buckingham Palace, underlining their emotional significance to the former royal.

Life at Marsh Farm

Marsh Farm, situated on the Sandringham estate, is undergoing extensive renovations before Andrew can settle in fully.

Until then, he has been residing at Wood Farm, which has historically served as a quieter retreat for the Royal family.

Wood Farm also housed Prince Philip after he retired from public duties in 2017 until relocating to Windsor during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The move has reportedly left Andrew feeling lonely and frustrated, with his horses not yet relocated to Norfolk and limited privacy compared to Wood Farm.

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Sources indicate that he had hoped to remain at Wood Farm permanently due to its seclusion.

Controversy and Ongoing Scrutiny

Andrew’s relocation and personal quirks have been overshadowed by ongoing investigations into his alleged association with Jeffrey Epstein.

Photos from the Epstein Files released by the U.S. Department of Justice reportedly show Andrew in compromising situations, and ex-Prime Minister Gordon Brown has called for him to be interviewed as part of a new inquiry.

Additionally, an email from Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell has further implicated Andrew in the infamous photograph with Virginia Giuffre, confirming that it was taken at Maxwell’s residence.

Andrew has consistently denied wrongdoing, but calls for further investigation have intensified.

Dame Vera Baird, former Victims’ Commissioner, has urged the police to investigate the UK aspects of these allegations, emphasizing new evidence in the Epstein files.

Labour MP Sarah Owen has also called for parliamentary scrutiny, suggesting that Andrew should answer questions regarding confidential trade reports allegedly shared with Epstein.

The Cabinet Office, however, has stated that this issue falls outside parliamentary purview and is a matter for the Palace.

Thames Valley Police and the Director of Public Prosecutions have confirmed that discussions are ongoing but no formal advice has been sought yet.

What’s Next?

Andrew is expected to remain at Wood Farm until April while Marsh Farm undergoes renovations.

Observers are watching closely to see whether he will retrieve his teddy bears from storage or continue to live without the majority of his cherished collection.

Meanwhile, investigations into his ties with Epstein and the alleged sharing of sensitive documents remain active, and further developments could prompt both legal and parliamentary scrutiny in the coming months.

Summary

• Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has moved from Royal Lodge to Marsh Farm on the Sandringham estate but has left most of his 60-teddy bear collection in storage.

• The former Duke’s relocation follows the stripping of his royal titles and ongoing scrutiny over his links to Jeffrey Epstein.

• Wood Farm currently serves as his temporary residence while Marsh Farm undergoes renovations.

• Investigations into his connections with Epstein and alleged sharing of sensitive trade documents are ongoing, with calls for both police and parliamentary oversight increasing.

• Observers await whether Andrew will reunite with his teddy bears and how investigations might impact his standing in the UK and abroad.