Prince William and Princess Kate’s quiet rural life has suddenly become anything but quiet.
The Prince and Princess of Wales are said to have irritated nearby residents after beefing up security around their new Windsor home, Forest Lodge.
A wide security perimeter was reportedly introduced around the property, dramatically changing access to parts of Windsor Home Park and causing frustration among locals who were used to wandering around the area.
The notices reportedly warn that entering the protected area could constitute a criminal offence.
While the move is understood to be aimed at safeguarding the couple and their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Louis, some long-term residents have expressed irritation, particularly those who previously paid for limited access to sections of the park that are now completely closed.
The property offers much more space and seclusion than Adelaide Cottage, their former four-bedroom residence nearby, and is believed to have been chosen to give the family greater privacy as the children grow.
Palace insiders have previously emphasized that security measures are determined by professional assessments rather than personal preferences, but for locals, the newly imposed “ring of steel” has made the royal presence feel closer and more restrictive than ever.
“The Prince and Princess of Wales have made it clear that Windsor suits them perfectly.” HELLO! Danielle Stacey explained when news of the move first emerged.
