Prince Harry and Meghan Markle spent millions transforming Frogmore Cottage into their family home before stepping away from royal duties in 2020. Now, reports suggest that much of that work could soon be undone.
As discussions grow around restoring the Windsor property to its earlier layout, royal experts are debating whether the move is simply practical estate management or a symbolic effort to erase the Sussexes’ chapter from royal history. Scroll down for more infor.
Royal Experts Think Frogmore Renovations Could Be Reversed
Plans are reportedly being considered to reverse the extensive renovations carried out at Frogmore Cottage. It’s the former home of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The refurbishment, valued at approximately $3 million, was initially funded through the Sovereign Grant.
However, after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped back as senior royals in 2020 and relocated to the United States, they fully repaid the renovation costs. The repayment closed one of the biggest controversies surrounding the project, but the future of the property itself remains uncertain.
Frogmore Cottage reportedly stood as two semi-detached homes before Queen Elizabeth gifted it to Harry and Meghan during wedding. The couple moved into the renovated property in April 2019 after a major six-month refurbishment that modernized the residence and transformed it into a single family home.
Royal biographer Ingrid Seward previously told People magazine that Frogmore Cottage was “pretty dilapidated” when the Sussexes inherited it. Reports stated that the renovation included major upgrades to the heating, electrical, gas and water systems, as well as a complete redesign of the property’s interior.
Why The Reported Changes Are Sparking Debate
The Sun reported that plans may now involve undoing some of those alterations and potentially returning the property to a multi-unit layout. The cottage has reportedly sat empty for the last three years, leading some royal insiders to question its current purpose.
A source told the outlet, “It’s been empty for three years. Even [former Prince] Andrew thought it wasn’t good enough for him to move in. Maybe if they get rid of any trace of Harry and Meghan, someone within the royal household will fancy it. It would draw the line under Frogmore Cottage’s controversial history and return it to the pre-Meghan and Harry era.”
British royals expert Hilary Fordwich believes the reported plans carry a deeper message. She told Fox News Digital, “This clearly signals that once someone departs from duty, there are permanent consequences. There is no reason to preserve anything from the Sussex chapter. Given all the damage to the royal family, that chapter is better erased with this renovation.”
Fordwich also argued that the move reflects Prince William’s long-standing position regarding his younger brother. She said, “The royals do everything deliberately. In its original form, Frogmore could be repurposed for future use and remain flexible. Prince William has been adamant from the outset that there is no coming back for Harry. This renovation is a clear indication that his no-tolerance position is prevailing.”
Whether the reported changes move forward or not, the discussion has reignited interest in one of the Sussexes’ most controversial royal projects. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more Royal news and updates.