Prince Harry’s 40th birthday plans revealed: How the Duke will celebrate his milestone in Montecito

The Duke of Sussex will celebrate his birthday on September 15, at the $14.7million mansion in Montecito, California, he shares with his wife Meghan Markle.

Details of Harry’s birthday celebrations have been reported by HELLO! Magazine, suggesting Harry has opted for a birthday surrounded only by those closest to him.

Harry will reportedly celebrate with a party in his Montecito home, joined by Meghan and their two children Prince Archie, five, and Princess Lilibet, three.

He will then enjoy a ‘weekend getaway’ in the mountains with his closest friends to celebrate the start of his fifth decade, according to the magazine.

One of the Duke’s old friends told HELLO!: ‘He has longer to work things out now. He and Meghan are not under any time pressure – it’s all on their own terms.’

It’s a far cry from Harry’s 30th birthday a decade ago – which he celebrated with a black tie event at Clarence House joined by his elder brother Prince William.

These days Harry spends a more low-key life in the luxurious neighbourhood of Montecito, a celebrity haunt where his neighbours include the likes of Oprah and Katy Perry.

Other stars who own properties in the area include Ellen DeGeneres, Steve Martin, Jennifer Aniston, Ariana Grande, Gwyneth Paltrow and Rob Lowe.

Harry is said to spend his time riding his bike followed by a security team in a Range Rover, or walking his dog alone on the beach, insiders claimed last week.

He is also said to spend his time at his desk, on Zoom calls with charities and his team, or chatting with Meghan about upcoming potential trips.

There is a long meditation in his diary each day – and often a workout with a personal trainer.

Neighbours and locals in Montecito have spoken to The Daily Telegraph about the couple’s life there – and admit they barely see them, especially Harry.