King Charles was confronted by a furious protester demanding answers on Prince Andrew as he greeted well-wishers on a royal visit today. The Palace is reportedly in discussions with Andrew regarding his future residences
Jennifer Newton Deputy Royal Editor and Andrea Oldereide GAU Content Editor
14:36, 27 Oct 2025
Moment King Charles confronted by heckler over Prince Andrew
King Charles faced a heated confrontation from an angry demonstrator demanding explanations about Prince Andrew during a meet-and-greet with supporters during a royal engagement. The monarch, 76, travelled to the West Midlands today (October 27) to visit Lichfield Cathedral for a ceremonial service.
The visit took place as speculation continues to grow that his brother Prince Andrew will move out of Royal Lodge following outrage over his rental arrangement. Buckingham Palace is reportedly in discussions with Andrew regarding his future residence should Charles succeed in persuading him to abandon the sprawling 30-room Windsor estate.
He has additionally relinquished his titles following fresh disclosures about his connections to his late paedophile pal Jeffrey Epstein, reports the Mirror.
The King was confronted by a protestor (Image: Harry Owen)
During a public walkabout outside the Cathedral, one demonstrator bellowed: “How long have you known about Andrew and Epstein?” as the King walked past.
Despite that, the spectators appeared to overwhelmingly back Charles as choruses of ‘God Save The King’ silenced the protester. Thousands of admirers applauded him.
Many people, including devotees from Italy and the US, lingered outside for hours hoping to spot the King after he encountered community organisations and volunteers within the cathedral. One eager royal fan told the King it was “amazing” to meet him, having been waiting since 5am.
The crowd, some waving flags and holding posters or photographs, were thrilled as he took the time to shake hands and chat during his visit. Inside the cathedral, Charles was treated to a choir performance and took the opportunity to engage with members of various community groups.
The moment King Charles is shouted out by a protestor(Image: X)
These included representatives from the city’s foodbank, Liberty Jamboree, which supports young people with learning or physical disabilities, and volunteers from the cathedral’s embroiderers. A focal point of the visit was the Table for the Nation, a piece crafted from 5,000 year old Fenland black oak.
Originally created for Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee year, it stands as a symbol of unity and hope. Following his Lichfield visit, the King headed to the nearby National Memorial Arboretum for a dedication ceremony of the LGBTQIA+ armed forces memorial.
This marks the UK’s first national memorial honouring LGBTQIA+ individuals who have served and continue to serve in the military. LGBTQIA+ military charity Fighting With Pride hailed the sculpture as a “powerful step forward in recognising and honouring the service and sacrifices” of the LGBTQIA+ armed forces community, following their historical mistreatment.
Charles was accompanied by numerous active and retired military personnel at the unveiling of the memorial, named An Opened Letter, at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire. He engaged in conversation with several individuals whose military careers were prematurely ended before the ban was lifted in 2000.
Others tried to drown out the lone protestor(Image: X)
They shared their experiences of humiliation and vilification that have haunted them since. Thousands faced investigations, discharges, or were compelled to abandon their careers due to their actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity.
The repercussions were severe, including ostracisation from family and friends and loss of military pensions. Brigadier Clare Phillips addressed the 300 attendees at the dedication ceremony, stating: “I am a gay woman who has served in the British Army for 30 years.
“For hundreds of LGBT veterans, their experiences have been catastrophic – their lives and careers shattered.” She continued: “For the serving community, today’s unveiling of this incredible memorial is about remembering that we stand on the shoulders of giants – those people who fought discrimination and persecution so we can now serve openly and proudly.
“It is about being able to say to our veterans, you belong and you always did.”
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