King Charles Reveals Stunning Snow-Covered Gardens at Sandringham Estate

King Charles’ Winter Retreat at Sandringham

King Charles is enjoying a peaceful winter break at the royal Sandringham estate in Norfolk, away from the hustle and bustle of London. The official Instagram account for the estate recently shared breathtaking photos of the gardens blanketed in snow.

Enchanting Snow-Covered Gardens

The caption described the scene as truly enchanting. The 60-acre gardens at Sandringham are currently closed for the royal family’s private enjoyment but are open to the public from March to October. The featured garden in the photos is the Topiary Garden, added in 2023 as a place for peace and contemplation.

The Topiary Garden is designed to increase biodiversity, featuring new species of plants and flowers that can better withstand changing weather patterns. This initiative reflects the same principles of universal symbolism as the Cosmati Pavement in Westminster Abbey.

Charles’ Sustainable Renovation

The Sandringham gardens, including the North End Garden, are a testament to Charles’ sustainable mindset. He took on the task of reviving the gardens in 2017, replacing traditional agriculture with organic processes and adopting agroforestry, which integrates trees and shrubs into farming systems.

Sandringham Estate Highlights

The Sandringham estate also features the Sandringham House with over 100 rooms, open to the public from April to October, the St Mary Magdalene Church, a cafe, and a children’s play area.

New Resident at Sandringham

While King Charles stays at Sandringham seasonally, the estate is set to welcome a new permanent resident. Prince Andrew is expected to move to Sandringham once he leaves Royal Lodge in Windsor, his home since 2004. This move follows Andrew being stripped of his royal titles and honors.

Royal author Robert Jobson commented on the move, stating that the royals hope to draw a line under the controversy surrounding Andrew. He is expected to move to a more modest property on the King’s private Sandringham estate, possibly Wood Farm, where his late father, Prince Philip, spent his retirement years.

For more information, visit the official Sandringham Estate website.