Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was spotted appearing somber today as he navigated the roads of the Sandringham estate in Norfolk. The former prince is poised to begin a new chapter at Marsh Farm, his impending permanent residence, amid a cloud of personal challenges following his February arrest. This year, he faces a solitary Easter, marking a significant shift in his once-public life.

The disgraced royal was seen driving his Range Rover, clad in a maroon cable-knit jumper, with a security guard accompanying him in the passenger seat. Since early February, Andrew has been residing at Wood Farm in Wolferton, temporarily, as Marsh Farm undergoes extensive renovations.

Efforts have been in full swing to prepare Marsh Farm for its new occupant, with workers installing luxury carpets, a Sky dish, high-speed broadband, and a robust 6-foot security fence. These updates aim to create a comfortable and secure environment for Andrew as he transitions to his new home.

In recent weeks, numerous boxes containing his personal belongings have arrived at the property, each marked with ‘HRH’—a nod to his former royal status. Despite the hustle and bustle of moving, the atmosphere surrounding Andrew remains tinged with melancholy as he adjusts to life outside the royal limelight.

Builders have been working flat out to get the property ready for Andrew, fitting luxury carpets, a Sky dish, a fast broadband connection and a 6ft security fence. 

Over the last couple of weeks, hundreds of boxes of his belongings have also been delivered, many with HRH (His Royal Highness) written on the side.

Andrew, who has been accused of leaking secrets to Jeffrey Epstein, is expected to remain in Norfolk over Easter and will not attend the Royal Family’s traditional service at Windsor this year. 

He was arrested by Thames Valley Police on February 19 on suspicion of misconduct in public office before being released under investigation. 

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was seen looking downcast as he drove around the Sandringham estate in Norfolk today

Andrew was pictured behind the wheel of his Range Range wearing a maroon cable-knit jumper, with his security guard next to him in the passenger seat

Andrew has been keeping a low profile in Norfolk since his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in a public office on his 66th birthday on February 19

While the probe continues, Andrew’s daughters Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie are also understood to have made ‘alternative plans’ for Easter. 

The news of their absence from the Easter line-up comes despite sources stressing that the pair remain a key part of the family and will ‘be seen’ at future celebrations.

The Royal Family’s Easter Sunday service is typically only attended by members of The Firm and their engaged or married partners.

The Prince and Princess of Wales are expected to join the King and Queen in Windsor on Sunday, much to the delight of royal fans disappointed by their previous absences.

It remains unknown whether other key royals, such as Zara and Mike Tindall, alongside Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling, could be in attendance.

Andrew has been keeping a low profile in Norfolk since his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in a public office on his 66th birthday on February 19. 

Last week, he had a second-hand static caravan delivered to his current home, which has been propped up on bricks in his back garden, bearing signs of moss.

The caravan – a £26,000 Willerby Meridian Lodge – was paid for using money his brother, King Charles, gave him for ‘living expenses’ and it will house his security detail as there is not enough space in his main Norfolk home.

The standard model is a two-bedroom unit that is also decidedly no-frills on the inside. 

With brown or grey carpets, vinyl flooring, and faux-wood countertops throughout, it also features a compact kitchen with a metal sink and a small, grey-painted living area.

One source said: ‘Andrew uses it himself, would you believe, and what’s more shocking is, he likes it. He really is a changed man; he’s enjoyed sitting in the caravan. It’s novel for him.’

A mobile home at Marsh Farm on the Sandringham Estate. It was delivered to Andrew’s Norfolk home by a lorry and has been placed in his garden

Over the weekend, Andrew was also spotted inspecting horses near to his home, despite him reportedly being urged to stop riding. 

It is understood that aides feared it would be a ‘bad look’ for him to be seen enjoying himself while he is under police investigation for misconduct in public office.

Before moving to Sandringham a few weeks ago, Andrew was regularly seen horse rising around Windsor.

Charles finally kicked his brother out of Royal Lodge hours after he was seen smiling and waving at the public amid continued outrage over his links to Epstein.

Andrew was photographed cheerily greeting members of the public as he rode his horse near Royal Lodge on January 31. 

He was then seen waving while at the wheel of his Range Rover two days later.

Insiders suggested the photographs may have been the ‘final straw’ in what has been a turbulent few months for the shamed former royal.

Last week, Andrew was also spotted driving from Wood Farm, across the fields to Marsh Farm with his security guard and dog to inspect the property.