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Prince Harry is considering an imminent return to the UK “on one condition”, a friend has revealed.
The Duke of Sussex, 39, could attend the memorial service for his uncle Robert Fellows, who passed away at the age of 82 on 29 July.
However, because of the controversy surrounding the duke, who recently told ITV that the UK is not safe enough for Meghan Markle, he will only attend if there is not “too much drama.”
“He would want to be there. It will be a huge gathering of the Spencer clan,” a friend told the Daily Beast.
“[But] it may well be that everyone feels Harry’s attendance would just create too much drama.”
This comes as the royals begin their summer holiday at Balmoral.
King Charles and Queen Camilla have already travelled to Scotland and were joined yesterday by Princess Anne, who attended Edinburgh’s military tattoo.
The Wales family and their children will also attend, marking the furthest the Princess of Wales has travelled since being diagnosed with cancer.
Kate has holidayed at the Scottish Highlands residence every summer since marrying Prince William – and this year appears to be no different.
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Balmoral ‘can get quite cold and frosty’
Despite being worth an estimated £155 million, the 52 roomed Balmoral castle can reportedly get quite cold.
“It’s quite traditional up there, and some people find it can get quite cold and drafty,” royal author Phil Dampier told Fabulous.
“The rooms are fairly spacious, and the heating system up there is fairly antiquated.”
The royal family are currently enjoying their summer holiday in Aberdeenshire at the estate, which they privately own.
Emma Guinness8 August 2024 13:00
King Charles receiving updates on UK violence
Three children lost their lives when a teenager launched the attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class.
Leading the tributes, Charles and Queen Camilla said in a statement: “We send our most heartfelt condolences, prayers and deepest sympathies to the families and loved ones of those who have so tragically lost their lives, and to all those affected by this truly appalling attack.”
Emma Guinness8 August 2024 12:00
Inside royal break at Balmoral
A royal author has shed light on what the Windsors could be getting up to as they begin their summer holiday in Scotland.
Referencing the 50,000 acre Balmoral estate, Phil Dampier told Fabulous: “There’s so much space that they can go off for picnics, go off for massive long walks, and just enjoy the fresh air and the forest up there, and enjoy the freedom.
“They might get a pony up there and start doing some horse riding if they’re not already.
“That’s the sort of thing they’ll get up to.
“It’s all the typical traditional royal pursuits that they can enjoy if they want to up there.”
Emma Guinness8 August 2024 11:00
Royal decision means it is ‘not possible’ for Harry to return to UK
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were asked to completely vacate the property last June after stepping down as senior royals three years previously.
“He has been kicked out of the home that would have made it possible for him to come back on a regular basis,” an insider told The Daily Beast.
According to reports, Harry stayed in a London hotel on his most recent visit to the UK, which marked the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.
Emma Guinness8 August 2024 09:58
‘Sure sign’ Kate Middleton is ‘on the mend’
This will be the furthest Kate has traveled since being diagnosed with an undisclosed type of cancer earlier this year.
Royal author Phil Dampier told Fabulous: “The fact that Kate is well enough to travel to Scotland and enjoy a holiday at Balmoral is a sure sign she is on the mend and a very positive step.”
Emma Guinness8 August 2024 08:31
Prince William’s ‘snooty’ friends cruel nickname for Kate Middleton
Royal expert Katie Nicholl said they called her “Doors to Manual”, but the Princess of Wales “never rose to it”.
“To her full credit, Kate never rose to it – the snootiness of the upper classes levelled at what they called the en-masse Middletons,” Nicholl said.
Emma Guinness8 August 2024 06:00
Harry and Meghan using Archie and Lilibet as ‘bargaining chips’
“Charles believes Harry should let bygones be bygones for the sake of Archie and Lilibet, but he senses that access to the children is being used as a bargaining chip and that, in Charles’ view, is unforgivable,” royal author Tom Quinn told the Mirror.
This comes after Prince Harry said he will not bring Meghan Markle to the UK without having their taxpayer-funded security reinstated because he fears “an acid or knife attack”.
Emma Guinness8 August 2024 04:00
‘Art can be a powerful tool to help those with lived experience of homelessness’
Following the opening of a new art exhibition supported by Prince William’s homelessness charity Homeward, Kensington Palace has described art as a “powerful tool” for those experiencing homelessness.
The exhibition is located in London’s Saatchi Gallery and will run until 20 September.
Kensington Palace wrote on Twitter/X: “Art can be a powerful tool to help those with lived experience of homelessness, enabling people to share what happened to them and recover from the trauma of their experience.”
The Prince of Wales is expected to attend the exhibition, which will feature artworks by those who have experienced homelessness.
Art can be a powerful tool to help those with lived experience of homelessness, enabling people to share what happened to them and recover from the trauma of their experience. https://t.co/SKNutCTdiV
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) August 7, 2024
Emma Guinness8 August 2024 02:00
Prince Harry’s ex shares heartfelt tribute to late sister
Cressida Bonas was in a relationship with the Duke of Sussex, 39, for two years between 2012 and 2014 after they were introduced by Princess Eugenie.
The pair had an amicable split and Ms Bonas even attended Harry’s 2018 wedding to Meghan Markle.
Her sister, Pandora Cooper-Key, 51, has posthumously been credited with raising awareness of several types of cancer.
Ms Bonas wrote alongside a series of pictures of her with her sister: “I’ll look for you in the markets where we walked arm-in-arm. Amongst the ancient trees, I’ll talk and ask them where you are. I’ll find you in the expression of a Pekingese, in pots of honey, pretty hats and in the eyes of your two boys,” she wrote.
“I’ll hear you say things like, ‘I’m happy as a tick,’ and ‘I think you’re mad as a goose.’ I’ll search for your humor, even on the darkest days. When courage is needed, I’ll call for you, hoping you’ll come by. I’ll seek you in the mountains you fearlessly climbed and skied.”
Emma Guinness8 August 2024 00:00
