Meghan and Harry shocked the world when they announced they would step back as members of the British royal family.

The Prince and Princess, and their family, are said to be moving into Edward VIII’s abdication hideaway – with a swimming ...

The gothic revival mansion, once home to King Edward VIII, is situated in Windsor Great Park.

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Edward VIII abdicated the throne in December 1936 after just 11 months to marry divorcee Simpson. The couple remained living in France for the rest of their lives.

King Edward VIII was famed for his vanity, writes IAN LLOYD. He was proud of his profile, particularly his left-facing side. And this fondness for facing left led to a blazing row with the Royal Mint.

As Edward VIII ended his reign abruptly, only a few coins were ever minted, making them highly collectible. The last time an Edward VIII 1937 Pattern Penny went up for auction was 1978.

Prince Edward VIII is best known for abdicating the throne for Wallis Simpson, but that wasn't the first time he became involved with a controversial woman.