Harry and Meghan to Move Back to UK in Late August 2026

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are planning to move back to the United Kingdom later this month, six years after they stepped back from royal duties and relocated to California. The couple will establish a private, non-royal residence outside London with their children, Prince Archie, 7, and Princess Lilibet, 5, who are enrolled to begin the school year at a British institution in September.

The decision marks a significant personal shift for the family, who have lived in Montecito, California, since early 2020. While they will maintain their home in California and a vacation property in Portugal, the move is driven by a desire for their children to build a closer relationship with their grandfather, King Charles III, and for Harry to be more present for his UK-based charitable work. The King was informed of the plans on August 16, 2026, and is said to welcome the opportunity to see more of his family in a private capacity.

The relocation follows a private family visit to the UK in July 2026, during which Harry and Meghan met with King Charles and Queen Camilla at Highgrove House. The trip also included an emotional visit to Althorp House, the...