Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 14, 2025 · Entertainment

The Royal Family's New Chapter: Kate and William's Fast-Track to Their 'Forever Home'

William and Kate, both 43, have been keen to provide a 'fresh start' for their three children: Prince George, 12, who will start senior school next autumn, Princess Charlotte, ten, and seven-year-old Prince Louis

PRINCE WILLIAM AND KATE'S FRESH START: ROYAL COUPLE TO MOVE INTO NEW WINDSOR HOME BY BONFIRE NIGHT

The Prince and Princess of Wales are finally ready to leave their unhappy memories behind and start anew in their stunning Windsor home, Forest Lodge. The royal couple, who have been working tirelessly to provide a fresh start for their three children, Prince George, 12, Princess Charlotte, 10, and seven-year-old Prince Louis, are eager to put the past behind them and focus on building a brighter future.

According to insiders, William and Kate had initially planned to stay in Adelaide Cottage, where they have been living since August 2022, for many more years. However, after experiencing some of their most challenging times there, including the release of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's scathing Netflix series and Prince Harry's memoir, Spare, which signalled a new wave of attacks on the Royal Family, the couple decided it was time for a change.

Builders have been working around the clock to bring their moving date into Forest Lodge forward, the Daily Mail can reveal

The royal family has been through a lot in recent years. Kate underwent a gruelling course of preventative chemotherapy after being diagnosed with cancer last year, while William described the experience of supporting his wife and protecting their children as "brutal". Although the princess is now happily in remission, her ordeal has left her more determined than ever to put family first.

Sources close to the couple reveal that the decision to move was a joint one, made after careful consideration. "Adelaide Cottage really does have some difficult memories associated with it," a source said. "They have experienced some of their most challenging times there... The family are really happy about this [move] and excited for a fresh start."

And what a fresh start it will be! Forest Lodge, the eight-bedroom Georgian mansion on the Windsor estate, has undergone a £1.5million renovation and is now ready to welcome its new occupants. The property, which was last renovated in 2001, boasts stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is surrounded by a newly installed 150-acre security cordon agreed by the Home Office.

The couple had initially planned to quit Adelaide Cottage (pictured) on the royal Windsor estate and be in neighbouring Forest Lodge by Christmas

The royal couple has been working closely with builders to bring their moving date forward, with staff transferring the family's belongings into the newly renovated property. "It is hoped they will be in the new home in time for Bonfire Night," a source revealed. "That will make a fun start for the children."

But what about the interior design? Kate, an avid fan of interior design and British textiles, has been thoroughly enjoying renovating Forest Lodge, sourcing much of the furniture and furnishings from UK companies including Marina Mill in Kent, which she recently visited, trying her hand at textile printing. "I think it's been quite a fun process for her," the source added. "She loves interior design and is a big champion of the British textiles industry."

And it seems that Kate has taken to home renovations like a fish to water. "After all, this will be their forever home," the source said. "They are ready as a family to move forwards." Indeed, Kensington Palace has confirmed that the Prince and Princess intend to remain in Forest Lodge even after they accede to the throne, marking a break with recent tradition.

But what about the staff? Insiders reveal that the royal couple is keen to maintain their privacy and have decided not to live-in staff at Forest Lodge. Instead, employees have moved into nearby homes on the Windsor Great Park estate. "They are going for a more normal family life," a source said.

The Prince and Princess of Wales will be paying market rent to the Crown Estate, with the couple funding the move and refurbishment themselves. As they settle into their new home, it's clear that William and Kate are eager to put the past behind them and focus on building a brighter future for their family.

A NEW ERA FOR THE ROYAL FAMILY

The decision to move from Adelaide Cottage marks a significant change of pace for the royal couple, who have been working tirelessly to provide a fresh start for their children. As they settle into their new home, Forest Lodge, it's clear that William and Kate are eager to put the past behind them and focus on building a brighter future.

Sources close to the couple reveal that the decision to move was a joint one, made after careful consideration. "Adelaide Cottage really does have some difficult memories associated with it," a source said. "They have experienced some of their most challenging times there... The family are really happy about this [move] and excited for a fresh start."

And what a fresh start it will be! Forest Lodge, the eight-bedroom Georgian mansion on the Windsor estate, has undergone a £1.5million renovation and is now ready to welcome its new occupants. The property, which was last renovated in 2001, boasts stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is surrounded by a newly installed 150-acre security cordon agreed by the Home Office.

The royal couple has been working closely with builders to bring their moving date forward, with staff transferring the family's belongings into the newly renovated property. "It is hoped they will be in the new home in time for Bonfire Night," a source revealed. "That will make a fun start for the children."

But what about the interior design? Kate, an avid fan of interior design and British textiles, has been thoroughly enjoying renovating Forest Lodge, sourcing much of the furniture and furnishings from UK companies including Marina Mill in Kent, which she recently visited, trying her hand at textile printing. "I think it's been quite a fun process for her," the source added. "She loves interior design and is a big champion of the British textiles industry."

And it seems that Kate has taken to home renovations like a fish to water. "After all, this will be their forever home," the source said. "They are ready as a family to move forwards." Indeed, Kensington Palace has confirmed that the Prince and Princess intend to remain in Forest Lodge even after they accede to the throne, marking a break with recent tradition.

But what about the staff? Insiders reveal that the royal couple is keen to maintain their privacy and have decided not to live-in staff at Forest Lodge. Instead, employees have moved into nearby homes on the Windsor Great Park estate. "They are going for a more normal family life," a source said.

The Prince and Princess of Wales will be paying market rent to the Crown Estate, with the couple funding the move and refurbishment themselves. As they settle into their new home, it's clear that William and Kate are eager to put the past behind them and focus on building a brighter future for their family.

A NEW CHAPTER FOR THE ROYAL FAMILY

As the Prince and Princess of Wales prepare to start their new life in Forest Lodge, it's clear that they are looking forward to putting the past behind them. The decision to move from Adelaide Cottage marks a significant change of pace for the royal couple, who have been working tirelessly to provide a fresh start for their children.

Sources close to the couple reveal that Kate has been thoroughly enjoying renovating Forest Lodge, sourcing much of the furniture and furnishings from UK companies including Marina Mill in Kent. "I think it's been quite a fun process for her," the source added. "She loves interior design and is a big champion of the British textiles industry."

And it seems that Kate has taken to home renovations like a fish to water. "After all, this will be their forever home," the source said. "They are ready as a family to move forwards." Indeed, Kensington Palace has confirmed that the Prince and Princess intend to remain in Forest Lodge even after they accede to the throne, marking a break with recent tradition.

But what about the staff? Insiders reveal that the royal couple is keen to maintain their privacy and have decided not to live-in staff at Forest Lodge. Instead, employees have moved into nearby homes on the Windsor Great Park estate. "They are going for a more normal family life," a source said.

The Prince and Princess of Wales will be paying market rent to the Crown Estate, with the couple funding the move and refurbishment themselves. As they settle into their new home, it's clear that William and Kate are eager to put the past behind them and focus on building a brighter future for their family.

A NEW ERA FOR THE ROYAL FAMILY

As the Prince and Princess of Wales prepare to start their new life in Forest Lodge, it's clear that they are looking forward to putting the past behind them. The decision to move from Adelaide Cottage marks a significant change of pace for the royal couple, who have been working tirelessly to provide a fresh start for their children.

The royal family has been through a lot in recent years. Kate underwent a gruelling course of preventative chemotherapy after being diagnosed with cancer last year, while William described the experience of supporting his wife and protecting their children as "brutal". Although the princess is now happily in remission, her ordeal has left her more determined than ever to put family first.

Sources close to the couple reveal that the decision to move was a joint one, made after careful consideration. "Adelaide Cottage really does have some difficult memories associated with it," a source said. "They have experienced some of their most challenging times there... The family are really happy about this [move] and excited for a fresh start."

And what a fresh start it will be! Forest Lodge, the eight-bedroom Georgian mansion on the Windsor estate, has undergone a £1.5million renovation and is now ready to welcome its new occupants. The property, which was last renovated in 2001, boasts stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is surrounded by a newly installed 150-acre security cordon agreed by the Home Office.

The royal couple has been working closely with builders to bring their moving date forward, with staff transferring the family's belongings into the newly renovated property. "It is hoped they will be in the new home in time for Bonfire Night," a source revealed. "That will make a fun start for the children."

But what about the interior design? Kate, an avid fan of interior design and British textiles, has been thoroughly enjoying renovating Forest Lodge, sourcing much of the furniture and furnishings from UK companies including Marina Mill in Kent, which she recently visited, trying her hand at textile printing. "I think it's been quite a fun process for her," the source added. "She loves interior design and is a big champion of the British textiles industry."

And it seems that Kate has taken to home renovations like a fish to water. "After all, this will be their forever home," the source said. "They are ready as a family to move forwards." Indeed, Kensington Palace has confirmed that the Prince and Princess intend to remain in Forest Lodge even after they accede to the throne, marking a break with recent tradition.

But what about the staff? Insiders reveal that the royal couple is keen to maintain their privacy and have decided not to live-in staff at Forest Lodge. Instead, employees have moved into nearby homes on the Windsor Great Park estate. "They are going for a more normal family life," a source said.

The Prince and Princess of Wales will be paying market rent to the Crown Estate, with the couple funding the move and refurbishment themselves. As they settle into their new home, it's clear that William and Kate are eager to put the past behind them and focus on building a brighter future for their family.