Prince William and Princess Kate recently made a significant decision regarding their family, but the timing couldn't have been worse for King Charles. The monarch faced a tough blow while the royal couple was away on a family trip.
King Charles received disappointing news about the closure of Partridges, a family-run greengrocer that has been a beloved part of the royal family’s history. After 53 years of service, the iconic flagship shop in Chelsea is closing its doors. According to *The Mirror*, the decision was made by the owner, John Shepherd, who expressed sadness over the end of an era.
Partridges was honored with a Royal Warrant from Queen Elizabeth in 1994, a recognition that continued under King Charles’s reign. The business has also supplied goods to the royal family for decades, a testament to its long-standing relationship with the Firm.
John Shepherd shared a heartfelt statement, saying, “We are very sad to be leaving Chelsea after an incredible 53 years serving local residents. Although our Chelsea chapter is coming to an end, we are looking forward to building Partridges in smaller and more sustainable shop formats across London.”
The statement continued, “We are very proud to have recently achieved carbon neutrality for both our Chelsea and Gloucester Road stores. We have received a new Royal Warrant from King Charles and have supported several hundred small artisan businesses by creating and curating the fine food market on Duke of York Square on nearly 1,000 Saturdays. We send all the traders our very best wishes for the future.”
Meanwhile, as King Charles dealt with this setback, Prince William and Kate took a relaxing family vacation to the Alps. The couple was accompanied by their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, for a much-needed skiing trip.
