Prince William and Prince Harry Will Not Inherit Princess Diana’s Childhood Home
Princess Diana’s childhood home and final resting place at Althorp Estate will be inherited by Louis Spencer, the 31-year-old son of Charles, Ninth Earl Spencer, according to royal historians and experts. This decision reaffirms the Spencer family’s long-standing tradition of primogeniture, which prioritizes male heirs over female descendants in the inheritance of titles and properties.
The Althorp Estate, a historic property with roots dating back to 1508, has been passed down through generations of the Spencer family. Charles, the current Earl Spencer, has consistently maintained that the estate will remain within the family, adhering to the primogeniture laws that govern the inheritance. Louis, the next heir, has no legal claim to the estate, as the tradition dictates that the eldest male descendant will inherit the title and property, even though he has three older sisters: Lady Kitty, Lady Eliza, and Lady Amelia.
Royal experts emphasize that while the tradition of primogeniture may seem outdated in the 2,1st century, it has been a fundamental part of the Spencer family’s inheritance practices for centuries. Louis, who is an actor and lives a private life, has already begun taking an active role in the management of the estate, supporting his father in ensuring the family name and legacy continue. Despite the potential for gender inequality in such inheritance practices, the family maintains its commitment to preserving the historical significance of the Althorp Estate.
The estate remains a private space for Prince William and Prince Harry, allowing them to visit their mother’s resting place in peace. Diana, who died in 1997 at the age of 36, is buried on a small island in the middle of the estate’s Oval Lake, which is not accessible to the public. This ensures that the privacy of Diana’s final resting place is maintained, allowing William and Harry to honor their mother’s memory without public interference.
While the family has expressed support for gender equality in other aspects of life, they have made it clear that the tradition of primogeniture will continue to govern their inheritance. Charles, the current Earl Spencer, has stated that he is