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Alexander Millington-Cotes is launching a crowdfunding appeal to remove his mother’s lawyer over explorer Ranulph Fiennes, who was in care under a false name.
Alexander Millington-Cotes, the stepson of British explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes, has launched a crowdfunding appeal to remove the lawyer for his mother, Louise Millington-Cotes, amid concerns over the 82-year-old’s welfare. The whereabouts of Sir Ranulph, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019, remain unknown to his family and friends, and it has been revealed that he has been staying in various care facilities under a false name at the behest of his wife.
Background of the Explorer’s disappearance
Sir Ranulph Fiennes, a renowned explorer and author, was last seen in public at a gala evening organized by the Royal Geographical Society in October 2024, where he appeared in a pre-recorded video apologizing for not being well enough to attend in person. Since then, his closest friends have tried to contact him, mostly without success, increasingly worried about his safety and whereabouts. Earlier this week, it was dramatically revealed that he had been living in various care homes under a false name, on the instructions of his wife, Louise Millington-Cotes, Lady Fiennes. The “disappearance” was the subject of a Daily Mail investigation last Saturday headlined: Where on earth is Ranulph Fiennes? The truth is that during one year alone he was shunted between five different facilities – four nursing homes and a hotel – across the country.
Draconian measures in the nursing home
While living in a care home in rural Wales, Lady Fiennes enforced strict measures which meant Sir Ranulph had to be kept in his room, not socializing with anyone and not allowed to spend time in communal spaces. On occasions when he had to leave his quarters, such as being taken for a walk, he was required to wear a disguise consisting of sunglasses, a hat and gloves in case he was recognised. Documents seen by the Daily Mail show the concerned care home owner raised concerns about unorthodox medication arrangements introduced by Lady Fiennes and the validity of a Do Not Resuscitate document she provided. He arrived at the Welsh establishment on January 21 and spent 49 days there.
These revelations have sparked outrage from Sir Ranulph’s family, who are demanding an immediate investigation into his living arrangements. They also accused the Office of the Public Guardian of ignoring repeated requests to check on the explorer’s welfare. The Care Inspectorate of Wales concluded that her husband was being illegally deprived of his liberty because Lady Fiennes did not have the authorization covering his residence.
Stepson’s legal action and family concerns
Now, Sir Ranulph’s stepson Alexander Millington-Cotes, 31, has launched a crowdfunding appeal to begin putting together a legal case against his mother to remove the attorney. Speaking to The Times, he said his personal ambition was to see the power taken away from my mother and transferred to someone who would respect his stepfather’s wishes. He added that he wanted to give him the opportunity to go out for coffee, to see anyone he wanted to see with complete freedom, anyone at all. Arabella McIntyre-Brown, the sister of Sir Ranulph’s late first wife, Ginny, told the Daily Telegraph that reports about Sir Ranulph’s physical well-being were very worrying. She said Ran’s family and close friends were very concerned about his safety and mental well-being because he had been isolated for so long. Reports about his physical well-being are also very worrying. He is a tough man, but he is only human. The faster the OPG moves, the better.
Sir Ranulph and Lady Louise married in 2005 and have a daughter, Elizabeth, Sir Ranulph’s only child. Lady Fiennes, who at 59 is 23 years his junior, has lasting power of attorney over her husband’s property and financial affairs as well as his health and well-being, which was granted to her around the time of the National Geographic tribute. This gives her considerable control over her husband, which is not unusual given his rapidly deteriorating health. However, the family’s worries have only grown with the latest revelations.
The crowdfunding appeal by Alexander Millington-Cotes aims to fund a legal challenge to remove Lady Fiennes’ lawyer, with the aim of ensuring that Sir Ranulph’s wishes are respected and he is allowed more freedom. The family is also calling for an investigation into the care arrangements and the role of the Office of the Public Guardian. As the situation unfolds, Sir Ranulph’s friends and family remain deeply concerned for his safety and mental well-being after being isolated for so long.
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