Monarch to Gather Family at Balmoral Castle – Except for Harry and Meghan
As the summer season comes to an end, the British royal family is preparing for their annual gathering at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. However, this year’s gathering will be missing two prominent members – Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
Balmoral Castle, located in the Scottish Highlands, has been a favorite summer retreat for the British royal family since it was purchased by Queen Victoria in 1852. The castle, with its beautiful gardens and picturesque surroundings, has long been a place for the royal family to relax and spend quality time together.
Traditionally, the Queen and Prince Philip, along with other members of the royal family, spend the summer months at Balmoral Castle. However, this year, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will not be joining them. The couple, who recently stepped back from their roles as senior members of the royal family, have decided to spend the summer in the United States with their son, Archie.
This decision has caused some speculation and raised questions about the relationship between the royal family and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. However, sources close to the family have stated that the decision for Harry and Meghan to skip the Balmoral gathering was made well in advance and was not a surprise to the Queen.
According to sources, the Queen understands and respects Harry and Meghan’s desire to spend time in the United States, especially since it is Meghan’s home country. The couple has also expressed their desire to focus on their charitable work and spend time with Meghan’s mother, Doria Ragland, who has been a great support to them.
Despite not being present at Balmoral, the couple is expected to visit the Queen and Prince Philip at their summer residence in Scotland at some point during their trip to the UK. This visit will also give the Queen a chance to spend time with her great-grandson, Archie, who she has not seen since last year.
The absence of Harry and Meghan at Balmoral has also sparked rumors about a possible rift within the royal family. However, sources close to the family have dismissed these rumors and stated that the decision for the couple to skip the gathering was a mutual one and was not due to any tension within the family.
In fact, the royal family has been nothing but supportive of Harry and Meghan’s decision to step back from their roles as senior members and lead a more independent life. The Queen has made it clear that she wants the couple to be happy and will support them in whatever path they choose.
The Balmoral gathering will be a chance for the rest of the royal family to come together and spend quality time with each other. The Queen, who has been isolating at Windsor Castle since the beginning of the pandemic, is looking forward to spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Prince William and Kate Middleton, along with their three children, are expected to join the Queen and Prince Philip at Balmoral. This will also be a chance for the Cambridge children to spend time with their cousins, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
The gathering will also be a chance for the royal family to catch up and discuss important matters, including the ongoing pandemic and its impact on the country. The Queen, who has been a symbol of strength and unity during these difficult times, will surely use this opportunity to provide guidance and support to her family.
While it is unfortunate that Harry and Meghan will not be present at Balmoral this year, their absence does not take away from the importance of this annual gathering for the royal family. It is a time for them to come together, bond, and create lasting memories.
As the world continues to navigate through these uncertain times, the Balmoral gathering serves as a reminder of the importance of family and togetherness. While the Duke and Duchess of Sussex may not physically be present, their love and support for the royal family will surely be felt. And who knows, maybe next year, the whole family will be able to gather at Balmoral once again.
