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King Charles Buys £3.75M Property for Camilla's Privacy

3/18/2026

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King Charles reportedly purchased the Old Mill near Lacock for £3.75 million to protect Queen Camilla's privacy.
A palace source described the purchase as a "pragmatic solution" to ensure Camilla's continued enjoyment of her home without using public funds.
A new company, Frisa Nominees Ltd, was established for the transaction.
James Chalmers, Keeper of the Privy Purse, is one of its directors.

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Story summary

King Charles reportedly purchased the Old Mill near Lacock for £3.75 million to protect Queen Camilla's privacy.
A palace source described the purchase as a "pragmatic solution" to ensure Camilla's continued enjoyment of her home without using public funds.
A new company, Frisa Nominees Ltd, was established for the transaction.
James Chalmers, Keeper of the Privy Purse, is one of its directors.