By GB News (World News) | Created at 2025-01-20 18:56:08 | Updated at 2025-01-20 22:38:10
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Prince Andrew has been spotted at Windsor stables for the first time since missing the Royal Family's Christmas celebrations at Sandringham.
The Duke of York, 64, was seen driving his Range Rover from his nearby Royal Lodge residence to the paddock on the Windsor estate.
The appearance marks his first public sighting since his link to an alleged spy led to his absence from both the King and Queen's Christmas gathering and the monarch's festive lunch at Buckingham Palace.
The Duke spent Christmas at Royal Lodge with his former wife, Sarah, Duchess of York, while other family members celebrated elsewhere.
Prince Andrew arriving at Buckingham Palace in 2019.
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His eldest daughter, Princess Beatrice, and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi opted to spend the festive period in Norfolk.
Princess Eugenie, his youngest daughter, celebrated Christmas with her husband Jack Brooksbank's family.
Andrew, who will turn 65 next month, cut a solitary figure as he drove through the Windsor estate.
For his stable visit, the Duke of York was dressed in a padded navy coat with a matching sweater, dark trousers and a striped helmet.
On Monday, the Duke of York was spotted on the Royal Lodge's estate for the first time this year
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The appearance follows his November activities at the estate, where he was pictured teaching his granddaughter Sienna horseriding.
Andrew is grandfather to three children, including Eugenie's sons August and Ernest Brooksbank.
The family is anticipating a new addition with Princess Beatrice's second child expected in the coming weeks.
Last week, Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice made their first public appearances of 2025 during the same engagement as they joined forces on a video call to celebrate Teenage Cancer Trust fundraisers.
The Princesses of York were accompanied by their mother Sarah Ferguson for the virtual engagement.
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The Princesses of York were accompanied by their mother Sarah Ferguson for the virtual engagement.
All three royals serve as long-term honorary patrons of the charity, which provides specialised care for young people with cancer.
The Teenage Cancer Trust, established by Adrian and Myrna Whiteson, was founded to bridge the gap between children's and adult cancer care.
The charity now operates 28 specialist units across the country, ensuring young cancer patients receive treatment in age-appropriate environments.
