Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet reportedly visiting UK for first time in four years

17 Jun 2026 • 10:37 PM MYT
The Independent
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Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet reportedly visiting UK for first time in four years

  • The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly preparing to bring their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, to the UK in July.
  • This trip would mark the children's first visit to the UK in four years, with their last in-person meeting with King Charles being in 2022.
  • The family is expected to travel from California for Prince Harry and Meghan's attendance at celebrations for the one-year countdown to next year’s Invictus Games in Birmingham.
  • The Duke had previously expressed security concerns about bringing his children to the UK, but reports now indicate Prince Harry has been assured that sufficient security provisions will be in place for the forthcoming trip.
  • It is currently unknown whether King Charles will meet his youngest grandchildren during their stay.

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