Prince Harry’s relative publicly responds to his return to UK with Meghan Markle and kids
Prince Harry’s family have broken their silence on his return to the UK, with his cousin Lady Eliza Spencer describing the move as 'exciting'.
Lady Eliza, 34, spoke about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s return just hours after Harry, Meghan Markle and their two children arrived in Britain on Wednesday (26 August).
The couple flew into Birmingham Airport from California with Prince Archie, seven, and Princess Lilibet, five, before travelling to a private residence believed to be in the Cotswolds.
Speaking at the launch of her rosé brand Lala V at Knightsbridge drinks retailer Hackstons, Lady Eliza was asked about the family’s return.
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"Absolutely, it's exciting! We would love to be able to find some time to visit," she told The Mirror.
Lady Eliza is the daughter of Princess Diana’s brother, Earl Charles Spencer, and is understood to remain close to her famous family.
Harry and Meghan have not publicly commented on their return to Britain, but it emerged last week that their children had already been enrolled at a British school.
The Sussexes are reportedly planning to split their time between the UK and their home in Montecito, California, which they are not selling.
The reasons behind the move have not been confirmed, although Harry is believed to have wanted to be closer to family and give Archie and Lilibet the chance to be educated in Britain.
And there could be an unexpected family crossover for Meghan and Eliza, with both now running rosé ventures.
Meghan launched a Napa Valley rosé last year through her lifestyle brand As Ever, while Eliza has just introduced Lala V.
When asked whether she might swap winemaking tips with the Duchess, Eliza kept her answer brief, saying: "Maybe!"
Harry has remained close to his mother’s side of the family despite his ongoing rift with senior members of the Royal Family.
In July, Harry and Meghan took Archie and Lilibet to Althorp, Diana’s childhood home and final resting place, where they spent time with Earl Spencer, his wife Cat Jarman and several cousins.
Harry's father, King Charles III, reportedly learned of his and Meghan's plans earlier this month, following the Prince's brief visit to Highgrove with his family in July.
The BBC claim his brother, Prince William, and sister-in-law Kate Middleton had also been informed of their move at the time.
Lots of questions remain unanswered, such as the level of security they will get and how it will be paid for, as well as the exact reason for their decision to relocate, with the Sussexes yet to comment publicly.
Topics: Prince Harry, Royal Family, UK News, Meghan Markle
Rhiannon Ingle