Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are preparing for a major family milestone this summer. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are expected to bring Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet to the United Kingdom in July, marking the first time the family of four will visit British soil together in four years.
The trip, confirmed by multiple British and American media outlets, coincides with the one-year countdown to the Invictus Games Birmingham 2027, where Harry is expected to carry out a series of engagements connected to the tournament he founded.
© Getty ImagesBeyond the official duties, however, the visit is expected to include a highly anticipated family reunion with King Charles III.
According to reports, the King is eager to spend time with his grandchildren, Archie, 7, and Lilibet, 5, whom he has not seen in person since 2022.
Why Prince Harry has no plans to meet Prince William:
While the visit could provide an opportunity for family reconciliation, royal experts say there are currently no plans for Harry to meet his older brother, Prince William.
© Max Mumby/Indigo“My understanding is there’s no plan for him to meet with his brother,” our sister publication, HELLO! told Us Weekly. “There’s no communication there at present time and it’s very sad for all involved, but they’re both very busy, getting on with their lives, and I think Harry does have a bit more of a relationship with his father, so perhaps he will focus his efforts there for now.”
It was also reported that the communication between the brothers remains virtually nonexistent, with neither side reportedly making efforts to arrange a meeting during Harry's stay.
© TOBY MELVILLEA different relationship with King Charles:
Although tensions with William remain unresolved, Harry is believed to maintain a more active relationship with King Charles.
“I think it would have to mean their diaries matching up perfectly, and they’re being willing on both sides,” the publication said about a potential father-son meeting.
© Samir Hussein/WireImageThe pair briefly reunited in September 2025, marking their first in-person meeting in two years. According to the publication, the gathering was described by insiders as “super positive and very relaxed.”
“[They were] catching up personally about the children and what has been going on with Charles and his health,” a source told the publication. “There were hugs and tears at the meeting.”
© UK Press via Getty ImagesThe visit Archie and Lilibet have been waiting for:
The July trip will be especially significant for Archie and Lilibet. The Sussex children have not visited the United Kingdom since Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June 2022.
© Getty ImagesFor Lilibet, who was born in California, the upcoming journey will mark only her second visit to her father's homeland.
Reports suggest Harry has long hoped to show his children the country where he grew up, making this summer's trip both a professional commitment and a deeply personal homecoming.
