Harry and Meghan Make Surprise Return to the UK Ahead of School Term
By Editor • August 26, 2026 • 1 min read
In a surprising twist, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have touched down in the UK, relocating their family from California as they prepare for a new chapter in their lives. The couple, along with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, arrived at Birmingham Airport on Wednesday, just in time for the upcoming school term.
Having already enrolled their children in British schools, the Sussex family is expected to settle into a private residence in the Cotswolds area, away from the royal spotlight. This move comes six years after their controversial departure from royal duties and their subsequent life in the United States.
Education Secretary Lucy Powell praised the couple's decision to return, calling it a “great endorsement” of the UK’s education system, although it seems unlikely the children will attend local state schools. Meanwhile, details regarding their security arrangements remain under wraps, as the Home Office has declined to disclose specific information.
This unexpected return follows a visit to King Charles at Highgrove earlier this summer, marking the first time the children met their grandfather in four years. While no official comments have been made by Harry and Meghan regarding their reasons for relocating, speculation about potential work opportunities in the UK, particularly in acting for the Duchess, has not been dismissed.
Source: www.independent.co.uk