The renovations at Forest Lodge were completed last month
The Princess of Wales has unveiled the autumn instalment of her Mother Nature video series, which was distributed on Saturday through Kensington Palace’s social media platforms.
The third episode in the quarterly programme features youngsters from Farley Junior Academy in Luton participating in outdoor culinary activities within Windsor Great Park.
The children, who receive support from the charity Go Beyond, joined chef Gill Mellor and the Princess for cooking demonstrations in the natural environment. The participants gathered around a campfire to share meals and exchange stories as part of the filmed activities.
The series continues to highlight Britain’s seasonal landscapes and natural environments, with each episode exploring different aspects of the country’s outdoor spaces throughout the year.
Princess Kate has released the third video in her Mother Nature series | GETTY
The video, created by filmmaker Will Warr, was accompanied by a social media message signed “C” that described autumn as “a season of reflection, growth and deeper connection”.
The Princess provided narration throughout the film, speaking about seasonal transitions and personal growth.
“As the days grow shorter and the shadows grow longer, the energy of summer withdraws into Autumn. This is a season for reflection and refinement,” Kate narrated in the video.
She continued: “Trees shed their canopies in preparation for winter, just as we too learn to let go of what is no longer needed.”
The production included footage from various UK locations, such as Long Meadow Cider and Mallon Farm in Northern Ireland, which the royal couple had visited in October.
The Wales family relocated to Forest Lodge in Windsor earlier this month during the school half-term break, marking their transition to what has been described as their permanent residence.
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The move represents an upgrade from their previous Windsor accommodation, which they had occupied since 2022.
Danielle Stacey, HELLO!’s Online Royal Correspondent, explained the family’s attachment to the area: “The Prince and Princess of Wales clearly love living in Windsor, the children are settled at Lambrook School nearby, and they will still be close to Windsor Castle for royal functions and engagements.”
She noted that the larger property provides increased space for the family whilst offering an alternative to raising the children within palace walls.
Forest Lodge has a rich renovation history, having undergone extensive refurbishment in 2001 at a cost of £1.5million.
The work preserved numerous historical features, including original stonework, decorative plaster cornices, ornate ceiling details, marble fireplaces, Venetian windows and a distinctive half-barrel vaulted entrance hall ceiling.
Prince William and Princess Kate have made the move to Forest Lodge | GETTYThe Prince of Wales has taken personal financial responsibility for both the property purchase and subsequent modifications.
Planning permission was sought from local authorities in June 2025 for modest internal and external changes to the residence.
Reports indicate that William has funded all recent alterations from his own resources, demonstrating his commitment to establishing the property as the family’s long-term home in Windsor.
