Earl Spencer's estranged wife releases new statement amid heartbreaking goodbye

The former couple, who announced their divorce in June, restored the Althorp Estate by overseeing major renovations, a process that took "over four years of study, working with architects and planners."

In her new Instagram statement, she described herself as a "Social entrepreneur, always looking for innovative solutions to address social, cultural or environmental challenges."

She continued: "That's the lens I arrived here at Althorp with. What a treasure trove this place is for someone like me."

"There has been so much learning in my 13 years here and I have met so many extraordinary people who have supported that journey.

"I thought I'd spend the coming months in this transitional time sharing some of that learning and introducing you to some of those amazing individuals.

"It has been a wonderful opportunity to care for this remarkable place and help preserve its history, and I've really enjoyed sharing that journey with you."

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She told her nearly 100,000 followers that she would continue to share insights on Instagram and in her newsletter.

She also directed readers to her website and YouTube channel, encouraging them to watch her journey and revealed that she will release her first newsletter on Friday.

Her statement was released under a photo of the attic bedroom, which she revealed was one of the last projects she had completed.

The post, showing a room with flowers on the wallpaper, was flooded with comments wishing the 52 year old good luck for her feature.

Earl Spencer and Karen, who married in June 2011 at Althorp House, share a 12-year-old daughter called Charlotte Diana.

The brother of Princess Diana recently revealed he was in a relationship with his podcast co-host Catrine Jarman, an archaeologist Professor.

The new couple met in 2021 when Prof Jarman led a search for the remains of an ancient Roman villa on the grounds of the Althorp Estate whilst filming a Channel 4 documentary.

Prince Harry, now living in California with his wife Meghan Markle and their two children, has remained in close contact with Earl Charles Spencer and has stayed at the Althorp House when visiting the UK.