The new house marks a new era for the family,” a royal source said. “The decision to move into this new home is a significant one that signals independence, though it is not entirely surprising.”

Prince William and Kate, the Princess of Wales, along with their three children Prince George, Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte, are spending the summer preparing for a move.

Following Queen Elizabeth’s death and Princess Kate and King Charles both being diagnosed with cancer, the couple is looking forward to leaving difficult memories behind them when they move into Forest Lodge.