The Sandringham Estate, a historic royal property in Norfolk, England, was closed to the public on Thursday after a burst water main disrupted the site's water supply. The incident forced the closure of Sandringham House, the estate's restaurant, terrace, shop, and restrooms. Normally the King’s residence during the Christmas season, the 20,000-acre estate attracts over half a million visitors annually. It is also currently home to Prince Andrew, Duke of York, who moved to Marsh Farm on the estate after being required to leave his former residence, the Royal Lodge in Windsor. This is not the first time the estate has dealt with water-related disruptions. In May 2025, a similar burst water main caused the estate to close for several days, impacting around 200 homes in the nearby village of Dersingham. Repairs were delayed because electrical workers had to first remove power poles blocking access to the damaged pipe. However, the water supply was eventually restored, and the estate reopened to visitors. A spokesperson for the Sandringham Estate issued a statement regarding the latest incident: "Due to a burst water main locally, we currently have no water. Therefore Sandringham House & Gardens, Restaurant, Terrace, Shop & toilets will be closed today. Any visitors with tickets for today will automatically receive a refund. We apologise for the inconvenience this may cause." The estate is a popular tourist destination and a significant part of the UK’s royal heritage. While the closure is temporary, it highlights the challenges of maintaining such a large and historic property, especially with infrastructure issues that can affect both the royal family and the public who visit the site.