Meghan Markle and Prince Harry pay undisclosed sum for rent and refurbishment of Frogmore Cottage
The IndependentStay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have paid an undisclosed amount upfront to cover the rent and refurbishment of Frogmore Cottage, the property they moved into a year after their wedding in 2019. "The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have made a substantial contribution to the Sovereign Grant that covers refurbishment and rental obligations for Frogmore Cottage,” the source said. Graham Smith, chief executive of Republic, an anti-monarchy organisation, said that he believes a review should be conducted regarding the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s involvement with Frogmore Cottage, which was given to them by the Queen and is owned by the Crown Estate. The financial report, which covered the 12 months leading up to 31 March this year, found that the most expensive royal overseas trip was the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s tour of southern Africa, which cost approximately £246,000 for the taxpayer.