Royal Family residence closed due to 'emergency'
King Charles attending a church service at Sandringham.
The closure affects the house, gardens, restaurant and courtyard facilities at Sandringham
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King Charles's Sandringham Estate in Norfolk has been forced to close to visitors today due to an "emergency plumbing issue".
The royal estate has shut its doors because the toilets are not working following a burst water main in the area.
The closure comes after Anglian Water reported that customers in Sandringham were experiencing "either very low water pressure or no water".
The closure affects the house, gardens, restaurant and courtyard facilities at the Norfolk estate.
King Charles's Sandringham Estate in Norfolk has been forced to close to visitors today due to an "emergency plumbing issue".
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The Royal Estate Sandringham confirmed that while these areas remain closed, the Royal Parkland is still available for visitors to enjoy.
However, those planning to visit the parkland should note that no toilet facilities will be open during this time.
In a statement, the Royal Estate Sandringham said: "The Estate is currently closed all day to visitors due to an emergency plumbing issue.
This includes The House, The Gardens, Sandringham Restaurant and Courtyard Facilities. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding."
The Royal Estate Sandringham confirmed that while these areas remain closed, the Royal Parkland is still available for visitors to enjoy.
PAAnglian Water acknowledged the issue, stating: "We're really sorry but some customers in Sandringham and surrounding areas may have either very low water pressure or no water at all."
It comes as King Charles and Queen Camilla are marking the second anniversary of their Coronation with a special tree-planting ceremony at Windsor Castle today.
The royal couple will be joined by King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden for the engagement.
The Swedish monarchs have travelled to Windsor Castle for the occasion.
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The royal couple will be joined by King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden for the engagement.
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Together, they will plant a Swedish oak tree in the Home Park of Windsor Castle.
The tree was gifted to the Royal Family by the King and Queen of Sweden.
The ceremony marks the second anniversary of the Coronation, which took place at Westminster Abbey in May 2023.
This anniversary holds particular emotional significance for the royal couple.