The discussions will also touch on what the Princess of Wales is focusing on amid her ongoing health battle, and why she no longer has to worry about the Sussex drama. It’s believed that an invitation for Prince Harry and his family to join King Charles and Prince William at Balmoral this summer was never a realistic possibility. Such summits were reportedly a common occurrence during the late Queen Elizabeth II’s long Balmoral summer vacations, which typically stretched into early fall.
However, there has been a gentle reminder to avoid social media posts and photos from family events at Balmoral this year. Join us as we explore the measures King Charles has put in place to protect his daughter-in-law, Catherine, while she stays at Balmoral this summer—an exploration that may bring tears to your eyes.
In addition to the Wales family, Prince Andrew, Princess Beatrice, and Princess Eugenie, along with Peter Phillips and his ex-wife Autumn Kelly, will be among the guests. Queen Camilla’s grandchildren will also be joining the family at the royal estate. With so many people, including several teenagers, the Monarch has enacted a rule that many of the young guests might not be happy about—a ban on mobile phones and taking pictures at family events.
An extremely well-placed source revealed that there has been a gentle reminder that social media posts and photos from family events are to be avoided. “It’s a private family holiday, and with extended members of the family joining this year, they are trying to keep everything as private as possible. There are a lot of teenagers in attendance, and there would be nothing worse than seeing a photo of King Charles trying to eat a potato on social media.”
But it’s not just about preventing embarrassing photos from leaking. The ban is also reportedly in place to ensure that the Princess of Wales doesn’t have to worry about photos of her being shared while she’s at Balmoral, trying to relax and recover. Catherine’s unofficial images being leaked to the media can create a minefield for King Charles, who wishes to shield her from the public eye during these times. Of course, official social media accounts are a different story since photographs are approved by the communications team before being uploaded.
Additionally, insiders told us that Catherine and William have imposed a self-ban on anything related to Meghan and Harry. They’ve decided to take time out this summer to enjoy some much-needed respite and family time. The Princess is still focusing on her recovery, and they’ve created firm boundaries to protect her from the stress and upset caused by the Sussexes, which understandably has a negative impact on her physical and mental health.
Meanwhile, Queen Camilla’s children and grandchildren are set to join the royal family at Balmoral this year and will stay in the main castle, which is typically used to entertain guests. Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis will, of course, be in attendance, as will the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh’s children, Lady Louise Windsor and James, Earl of Wessex. Other younger members of the family expected to join them include Mike and Zara Tindall’s three children—daughters Mia and Lena, and son Lucas—although they might leave early as Zara has entered the Wellington International Horse Trials on the last weekend in August. Peter Phillips and his ex-wife Autumn Kelly are also expected to attend with their daughters Savannah and Isla.
Speaking about the Princess making the trip to Balmoral with the extended royal family this year, it’s seen as a very positive step for Catherine amid her health battle. “She’s going to Scotland to be with the family, and this is a huge move—not only because she’s obviously not fully recovered yet, but it shows she feels very comfortable with the royal family. The royal mom of three is very happy with the King and Queen, and she knows they will understand if she needs to rest. She can say what she needs and be herself. I think it’s wonderful she can do that, and the children will be delighted too.”