After announcing a harrowing health scare, Princess Catherine and her family were seen leaving their residence. A helicopter drew attention to their departure. It has now been revealed where the couple and their young family was headed and their reasons.
Prince William, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Princess Catherine at their Anmer Hall home as seen in a YouTube video dated April 29, 2021 | Source: Youtube.com/@telegraph
Anmer Hall in Norfolk, England on September 17, 2013 | Source: Getty Images
In the serene landscapes of Norfolk, England, a story of resilience and private retreat unfolds, as Prince William and Princess Catherine, known affectionately as Kate, prepare to spend their Easter break away from the public eye at their country home, Anmer Hall. This decision comes on the heels of the heart-wrenching announcement that Princess Catherine has been diagnosed with cancer, an event that has led to an outpouring of support from across the globe.
Prince Louis as seen in a YouTube video dated April 29, 2021 | Source: Youtube.com/@telegraph
Anmer Hall in Norfolk, England on September 17, 2013 | Source: Getty Images
Anmer Hall in Norfolk, England on September 17, 2013 | Source: Getty Images
The couple, joined by their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, has opted for the tranquility of their Norfolk residence over the traditional Easter service in Windsor, marking a poignant moment in their lives. Anmer Hall, a Georgian mansion nestled in the lush landscapes of Norfolk, stands as a testament to the couple’s love story, gifted by the late Queen Elizabeth II as a wedding present.
Anmer Hall in Norfolk, England on September 17, 2013 | Source: Getty Images
Prince William, Princess Charlotte, and Prince George as seen in a YouTube video dated April 29, 2021 | Source: Youtube.com/@telegraph
This 10-bedroom sanctuary, built in 1802, has been the backdrop for the family’s most intimate moments, away from the relentless gaze of public life. The mansion, which has undergone several renovations, the most recent in 2021 costing a reported £1.5 million, offers the Wales family a retreat to focus on recovery and togetherness in these trying times.
The news of Princess Catherine’s diagnosis has reverberated through the royal family and among royal watchers, prompting a recalibration of the family’s Easter plans. Instead of attending the high-profile Easter church service, the Wales family will embrace the solace of Anmer Hall, leveraging the healing power of privacy and the natural beauty surrounding them.
This decision underscores a profound moment of unity and support within the family, as they navigate through Catherine’s treatment and recovery process. A Kensington Palace spokesperson conveyed the collective spirit of resilience, stating, “The Princess will return to official duties when she is cleared to do so by her medical team. She is in good spirits and is focused on making a full recovery.”
Princess Catherine talking to Martin and Jennie Turner, owners of the Fakenham Garden Centre in Norfolk on June 18, 2020 in Fakenham, United Kingdom | Source: Getty Images
Princess Catherine at the Fakenham Garden Centre in Norfolk on June 18, 2020 in Fakenham, United Kingdom | Source: Getty Images
Local business owners, like Rob Kerr of Grapes Gallery, fondly recall encounters with Catherine, highlighting her approachable demeanor. “She didn’t come across as the type of person who would expect people to say anything like that to her anyway. She was very down to earth,” Kerr shares. This sentiment is echoed throughout the community, with residents and business owners alike cherishing the moments they’ve shared with the Wales family.