Meghan Markle has reportedly turned down a surprising opportunity connected to Princess Diana as she and Prince Harry prepare for their next chapter in the UK.
According to a report, Harry and Meghan were offered the chance to live at The Falconry, a property located on the Althorp Estate, the Northampton shire estate where Princess Diana grew up. The reported offer came from Diana’s brother, Charles Spencer.
For Harry, the idea reportedly carried deep emotional meaning because Althorp has a strong connection to his late mother. A source told Naughty But Nice that Harry was genuinely touched by the possibility, describing the estate as a deeply significant place for him.
However, Meghan reportedly did not feel the same way about the property. The source claimed that she had been considering the Cotswold's as a preferred location but ultimately decided that The Falconry was not suitable for their family.
The property was reportedly viewed as too isolated and too far from London. The source also claimed that Meghan did not consider the lodge grand enough for what she had in mind, leading the couple to pass on the reported offer.
The reported decision comes as Prince Harry and Meghan are expected to spend more time in Britain after stepping away from royal duties in 2020 and relocating to the United States. They are reportedly planning their UK life as non-working members of the Royal Family rather than returning as working royals.
Their return has also brought renewed attention to Harry’s security concerns. The Duke of Sussex has been involved in a legal battle over the security arrangements he lost after stepping back from royal duties. The latest report says his security situation could be reconsidered once the couple settles in Britain, although questions surrounding who would fund such protection remain private.
For Harry, living on the Althorp Estate would reportedly have offered an especially meaningful connection to Princess Diana. For Meghan, however, practical considerations appear to have carried more weight, according to the claims.
The reported choice also highlights the different considerations surrounding the couple’s plans for life in Britain. While Harry has strong personal ties to his mother’s family and heritage, Meghan is reportedly focused on finding a location that better suits their family’s lifestyle.
It is important to note that the claims about the property and Meghan’s reaction come from an unnamed source and have not been publicly confirmed by Harry, Meghan or Charles Spencer.
Key Takeaways
- Meghan Markle reportedly declined a property linked to Princess Diana.
- The Falconry is located on the Althorp Estate, Diana’s childhood home.
- Prince Harry was reportedly emotionally moved by the offer.
- Meghan allegedly preferred a different location for their UK life.
- The couple are expected to return to Britain as non-working royals.
