The Norfolk house where Princess Diana was born is slowly falling apart, and her brother, Charles Earl Spencer, is pointing straight at the royal family, arguing the neglect was a choice.
Earl Spencer Blames Buckingham Palace For Letting Park House Rot
Speaking on the heels of his memoir, Swansong, Diana, My Sister, with Entertainment Tonight, Spencer reflected on the heartbreaking state of Park House, the sprawling 19th-century residence on the Sandringham estate in Norfolk where Diana was born and raised. Despite its profound historical significance and deep royal ties, the estate has deteriorated into total disrepair.
“It’s so sad to me and my family and to the local people in the area that it seems to be allowed to decay,” Spencer revealed. “The last time I was there, I could see trees sprouting out of the chimneys. And I know the local fire service use it for practice. They go in there because it’s pretty much trashed inside.”
Recalling their idyllic childhood, Spencer remembered Park House as a vibrant sanctuary complete with a rare outdoor swimming pool and continuous visits from close friends. Today, however, its neglect stands as a painful blow to the late princess’s enduring legacy.
“This is a beautiful house that should have been kept alive,” Spencer stated firmly. “Not only because it deserves it in its own merit, but because that’s where Diana was born. And I think it says quite a lot that the royal family who have ownership of this house have just let it decay.”
The sharp remarks underscore the simmering tensions between Spencer and the monarchy. Accusing the institution of wielding sweeping power and attempting to manage media narratives, Spencer made it clear that while titles come and go, neglecting the tangible roots of Diana’s early life is an institutional failure that speaks volumes.
The criticism comes on the back of explosive claims in his memoir, where he alleges King Charles told him after Diana’s death, “Rest assured, we’ll forget her soon enough.”
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