King Charles III will not live at Buckingham Palace after completion of costly, decade-long refurbishment
Summary
King Charles III will not live in Buckingham Palace after a 10-year, nearly £369 million renovation to update the building. Instead, he and Queen Camilla will stay at nearby Clarence House while Buckingham Palace remains the main working center and opens more to the public.Key Facts
- Buckingham Palace underwent a 10-year refurbishment costing about £369 million ($487 million) to update old plumbing, wiring, and heating.
- King Charles III and Queen Camilla will live at Clarence House, near Buckingham Palace.
- Buckingham Palace will continue as the monarchy’s ceremonial and operational center.
- The renovation will allow more public access and events at Buckingham Palace, which currently sees about 700,000 visitors annually.
- King Charles III disclosed paying £12.9 million ($16.1 million) in income and capital gains taxes in 2024-25.
- The palace has been home to British monarchs since Queen Victoria in the 1820s and has 775 rooms.
- The change aims to modernize the monarchy and increase transparency after past public criticism.
- Clarence House was Charles’ residence when he was Prince of Wales before becoming king.
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