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King Charles visits veterans' centre to learn about bespoke health services and rehabilitation programmes ahead of Remembrance Sunday The monarch, 76, beamed as he arrived at Chatfield Health Care in Battersea READ MORE: In Diana's footsteps: Prince William visits iconic Christ the Redeemer statue 34 years after his mother made her historic trip to Rio By MONIQUE RUBINS, LIFESTYLE REPORTER Published: 15:14 GMT, 5 November 2025 | Updated: 23:33 GMT, 5 November 2025 King Charles was in high spirits as he visited a London healthcare facility that caters to the needs of veterans on Wednesday. The monarch, 76, beamed as he arrived at Chatfield Health Care in Battersea, where he received a warm welcome from staff and met with former members of the armed services ahead of Remembrance Day. Charles, who served in the Royal Air Force and the Royal Navy in the 1970s, appeared eager to find out more about the bespoke health services and rehabilitation programmes that Chatfield provides for veterans. Looking dapper in a navy pinstripe suit with a poppy on the lapel, a pink shirt and blue tie, the King enjoyed a pot of tea and chocolate biscuits with men and women who have served in the UK's military. Charles's solo visit to Chatfield this morning comes just days after he stripped his brother, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, of his 'prince' title and ordered him to leave the Royal Lodge, where he had been living with his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson since 2004. Last Thursday, Buckingham Palace said the 'censures are deemed necessary' amid the ongoing scandal over Jeffrey Epstein, whom Andrew lied about cutting ties with. 'His Majesty has today initiated a formal process to remove the Style, Titles and Honours of Prince Andrew,' the statement said. King Charles III (pictured) appeared in high spirits as he arrived at Chatfield Health Care in Battersea, London, this morning He received a very warm welcome from staff at the centre, which provides bespoke services for veterans The King appeared animated as he shared a pot of tea and chocolate biscuits with veteran Shane Barker (left) 'Prince Andrew will now be known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. His lease on Royal Lodge has, to date, provided him with legal protection to continue in residence. 'Formal notice has now been served to surrender the lease and he will move to alternative private accommodation. 'These censures are deemed necessary, notwithstanding the fact that he continues to deny the allegations against him. 'Their Majesties wish to make clear that their thoughts and utmost sympathies have been, and will remain with, the victims and survivors of any and all forms of abuse.' In the wake of the announcement, a number of cars were seen going through the gate to Windsor's Great Park on Bishopsgate Road, near to Royal Lodge. It is understood that the King has sent royal warrants to the Lord Chancellor to remove his brother's titles and honours. Andrew is said to not to have objected. Although the former duke has been stripped of all his remaining titles those of his daughters, Princess Beatrice, 37, and Princess Eugenie, 35, will remain. Amid the controversy it was previously understood that His Majesty Charles was very keen to 'protect' his nieces who remain Her Royal Highnesses as granddaughters of Queen Elizabeth. The King looked dapper in a pinstripe suit with a poppy on the lapel Charles's visit comes ahead of Armistice Day next Sunday 'He wouldn't have wanted to sign off on anything that would impact them,' a source told the Daily Mail. It is understood Prince William and the Royal Family fully supported the King's leadership on the recent move. Andrew's recent departure from the Royal Lodge, where he paid 'peppercorn rent' over 20 years', comes amid an ongoing row over the residence since his dukedom title was stripped earlier this month. However as of last Thursday, it is understood Andrew was served notice to surrender the lease at the 30-bedroom mansion and will move out of the residence as soon as practically possible. The younger brother of the King will be moved to a property on the Sandringham estate but the specifics regarding the relocation are unknown. Andrew's ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, will make her own living arrangements after moving out of the royal grounds of Windsor Castle. The move was entirely down to the King and his advisers, without pressure from the government or other family members, such as Prince William, sources told the Daily Mail. 'The process has been under way for some while but there was a need to get it right in the face of some very big challenges,' an insider said. Notice was not served on Prince Andrew to move. It was his lease, so it was up to the former Duke of York to serve notice himself, suggesting that he is not fighting the process. Jeffrey EpsteinLondonPrince Andrew Share or comment on this article: King Charles visits veterans' centre to learn about bespoke health services and rehabilitation programmes ahead of Remembrance Sunday Add comment
