Meghan Markle’s UK life has received a rare public glimpse after her long-time friend Kelly McKee Zajfen shared a series of photographs from a recent visit to the Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry.
Zajfen posted the images on Instagram on September 23, showing relaxed moments with Meghan, Harry and their children during her time in England. The visit offers a look at the more private side of the Sussexes’ extended stay in the United Kingdom.
The family returned to Britain from California on August 26 with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. Their representative has described the stay as an extended period rather than a permanent relocation.
Kelly McKee Zajfen Shares New Photos With Meghan Markle
Zajfen, a long-time friend of Meghan, shared several personal photographs from her visit.
The images included Meghan spending time with Zajfen’s young son, Jack. Another showed Prince Harry playing with the baby, while a separate photograph featured Lilibet alongside Jack.
The group also spent time outdoors together. Zajfen was joined by long-time friend Marcus Anderson during the visit.
In her Instagram caption, Zajfen described the experience as a special opportunity to spend time with Meghan and experience this new chapter alongside her.
The post provides one of the clearest recent glimpses of Meghan since the Sussexes returned to the UK last month.
Meghan and Harry Are Settling Into Their Extended UK Stay
The Sussexes’ return to Britain marks a significant change from their recent life in California.
Harry and Meghan stepped back from their senior royal roles in 2020 and subsequently established their main home in California. In August 2026, however, the couple returned to the UK with Archie and Lilibet for an extended stay.
The family have reportedly been settling into life in the English countryside while keeping much of their day-to-day routine private.
Meghan has largely stayed away from public engagements since the move. Harry, meanwhile, has appeared at several events connected to his charitable work.
That difference has made Zajfen’s new photographs particularly notable because they offer a personal view of Meghan away from formal public appearances.
Prince Harry Says the Family Is “Happy”
Harry recently spoke about the family’s adjustment during an interview with HELLO! published September 18.
He described the first weeks back in Britain as “eventful” while also saying that the family was getting involved in their work and that the children were in school.
Harry also spoke positively about returning to Britain, saying it was wonderful to be back on British soil and reconnect with familiar faces and friends.
His comments provide some context for the photographs shared by Zajfen. While Meghan has maintained a quieter public presence, Harry has continued with his Invictus-related activities.
Archie and Lilibet Are Attending School in the UK
The Sussex children have also become part of the family’s transition back to Britain.
Harry confirmed that the children were in school during his September interview. Recent reporting has also detailed changes surrounding their schooling during the family’s UK stay.
The couple’s decision to bring Archie and Lilibet to Britain for the extended stay has been one of the most closely followed aspects of their return.
However, the family has continued to keep the children’s private lives largely out of the spotlight.
What Meghan Markle’s UK Return Means for Her Family
For Meghan and Harry, the current period represents a temporary chapter rather than a confirmed permanent move.
The family maintains its life and connections in the United States, while the UK stay has allowed Harry to spend more time in his home country and continue work connected to the Invictus Games.
Meanwhile, Meghan appears to be keeping her focus largely on family life and close friendships.
Zajfen’s photographs therefore stand out not because they show a formal royal engagement, but because they capture ordinary moments with friends and family.
A More Private Side of the Sussexes
The new images also highlight how different the Sussexes’ current UK routine appears from their previous life as working royals.
Rather than official ceremonies or palace events, the photographs show informal time with friends, children and a young baby.
That private setting has given followers a glimpse into how Meghan and Harry are spending part of their extended stay while they adjust to life in Britain.
For now, the family continues to balance its UK chapter with the life it built in California.