Prince William allegedly plans to break with royal tradition by not living at Buckingham Palace when he becomes king.
Instead, the prince of Wales will make Forest Lodge to his family’s permanent home, reported Radar online.
Unlike Queen Elizabeth II, who spent most of her reign on the palace and after King Charles’ approach to using it mainly as an office, William intends to the palace for official tasks.
When he talked to the publication, a source prefers that William and Kate Middleton prefer a more grounded lifestyle for their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.
“William believes that the monarchy should not be more about the Grand Palace. He wants his children to remain grounded and aware of how ordinary families live,” the insider said.
“Forest Lodge is meant to be their permanent home, even after he becomes king,” they continued.
“It really would surprise people how normal life is in their household. The kids set the table, clean up after meals and help keep things tidy.
“They don’t get any special treatment – everyone is expected to hit.”
They continued to note that the Buckingham Palace is a “workplace and huge office space now,” and added, “no one wants to live in their office – and William seems to be determined to reshape how royal family life looks like in today’s world.”
A senior royal help said: “This step is intended to be permanent. It is focused on creating a family house, not on building a royal empire.”
