- The couple landed in the country on Aug. 26, according to British media outlets.
- The family landed in Birmingham, England, at lunchtime local time on Wednesday, and were not granted a publicly funded police convoy for the journey to their new home.
- The family's decision to return home to Harry's home country after six years in California shocked both sides of the Atlantic, from confusion to celebration.
- During their July trip to the U.K., the family of four were reunited with King Charles and Queen Camilla for the first time in four years.
- The family is landing amid an ongoing rift within the royal family that intensified in 2020 when Harry and Meghan announced they were stepping back from their senior royal roles and leaving the country; over the last six years, they have made explosive allegations, driving a wedge between Harry and his brother, who remain largely estranged.
- A representative for the couple declined to comment on private travel plans to USA TODAY.
- The exact reason for their return remains unclear, with theories including concerns for the health of King Charles III, 77, who was diagnosed with an unspecified type of cancer in 2024.
- It is not clear where the Sussexes have chosen to set up home, though they are not believed to be moving into a royal residence; royal experts suggest they may opt to move into a home in the Cotswolds, and Birmingham is one of the closest airports to the Cotswolds.
Prince Harry, Duchess Meghan, and their children landed in Birmingham, England, on August 26, marking their return after six years in California.23101112
The family’s arrival has generated mixed reactions, from confusion to celebration, amid ongoing tensions within the royal family.
Notably, they were not granted a publicly funded police convoy for their journey.
Royal experts speculate that the couple may choose to settle in the Cotswolds, a picturesque area known for its rolling hills and historic homes.
The exact reason for their return remains unclear, with theories ranging from personal reasons to concerns for King Charles III’s health.4
During their last visit in July, the family reunited with King Charles and Queen Camilla for the first time in four years.
However, the ongoing rift within the royal family, which intensified after Harry and Meghan stepped back from their royal duties in 2020, continues to loom over their return.567
Over the past six years, the couple has made several explosive allegations about their experiences within the monarchy, further straining Harry's relationship with his brother.
As they navigate their new chapter, the Sussexes' future living arrangements and their role within the royal family remain subjects of speculation.
“The family's return after six years in California has sparked reactions from confusion to celebration, with theories swirling about King Charles III's health, who was diagnosed with cancer in 2024. They are not believed to be moving into a royal residence, with experts suggesting a possible home in the Cotswolds.”
