The news article details how Angela Kelly, a close confidante of the late Queen Elizabeth, was asked to leave her Grade II-listed cottage on the Windsor estate following the Queen’s death in 2022. However, King Charles discreetly purchased a £465,000 three-bedroom bungalow in the Peak District for Ms. Kelly, honoring his mother’s promise of providing lifelong accommodation for her dedicated employee. The property, paid for outright from the Royal Family’s Coutts bank account, is believed to come with a clause that will revert ownership to the Crown upon Ms. Kelly’s death.
Despite being a downgrade from her historic Windsor home, the bungalow offers a spacious lounge, cozy dining room, and an open-plan kitchen for Ms. Kelly to enjoy. While the purchase of the house ensures her a place to call home, a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) was presented to her as part of the deal, prohibiting her from using the words ‘King’ and ‘Palace’ for commercial purposes. Ms. Kelly’s close relationship with the Queen is evident through her publications about working with Her Majesty and the numerous occasions where she accompanied the Queen to public events, showcasing their strong bond.