Prince Harry and Meghan Return to UK, Aiming to Root Their Children in Royal Heritage

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced an extended stay in the United Kingdom beginning this fall, while confirming they will not resume working‑royal duties. The couple’s seven‑year‑old son, Archie, and five‑year‑old daughter, Lilibet, have already begun school in England. Harry has said he wants the children to understand their paternal history and build close relationships with their cousins and the broader royal family. Experts note that this move follows the Sussexes’ 2020 departure from royal life, which they described as a necessary escape from palace restrictions. While the return may give the children access to royal traditions and privileges, the family’s strained ties mean that trust and full integration remain uncertain.