The former Duke of York, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, is preparing to move into a new home on the Sandringham estate, as removal vans arrived at Marsh Farm amid reports his prized possessions, including his well-known teddy bear collection, are being kept under 24-hour guard.

Three large vehicles from Gander and White, a specialist firm with a royal warrant, were seen outside the Norfolk property on Tuesday. The company is known for transporting fine art and high-value items for private collectors and institutions, suggesting that many of Andrew’s belongings are being handled as valuable or sensitive pieces.

Among the most talked-about items is Andrew’s collection of teddy bears, believed to number more than 70. The prized teddy bear collection is reportedly under 24-hour guard, reports The Sun.

Former staff have previously described how the soft toys had to be arranged in strict size order on his bed, with precise instructions given on their placement, according to reports.

The collection has now reportedly been moved into a secure warehouse in south London, where it is being protected around the clock. Andrew is said to have kept one item with him, a cuddly monkey.

According to Charlotte Briggs, a former staff member, the disgraced royal had 72 in total, which had to be lined up in size order and arranged precisely on his bed.

She told The Sun: “As soon as I got the job, I was told about the teddies, and it was drilled into me how he wanted them. I even had a day’s training. Everything had to be just right. It was so peculiar.”

The move marks the latest stage in the Duke’s departure from Royal Lodge, the 30-room Windsor property where he lived for more than 20 years with his former wife, Sarah Ferguson.

Since leaving the residence, Andrew has been staying at Wood Farm on the Sandringham estate while Marsh Farm underwent extensive renovations.

The five-bedroom property has reportedly been upgraded with a new security fence, landscaping, fresh interiors and additional fittings ahead of his arrival.

Despite the improvements, sources have suggested that Andrew was initially reluctant to relocate, as Marsh Farm represented a significant downsizing from his previous home.

Packing up Royal Lodge is understood to have been a substantial task, with decades’ worth of possessions to sort through. Reports indicate that numerous items, including artwork, were either returned or placed in storage, while others have been transported to his new residence.

The relocation has also highlighted changes in the Duke’s domestic arrangements. Having lost his royal duties, he is no longer supported by the same level of household staff.

While King Charles III is understood to have offered limited assistance, including access to a cleaner, cook and groundsman on an occasional basis, the reduced setup marks a notable shift from his previous lifestyle.

Andrew’s reputation for demanding behaviour behind closed doors has long been documented, with former staff alleging strict expectations and unusual requests during his time at Royal Lodge.

His move to a smaller property with fewer staff may represent a significant adjustment.