On December 6th, Catherine the Princess of Wales joined by her husband and children hosted her annual Christmas carol at Westminster Abbey. It was Catherine’s fourth “ together at Christmas “ carol service, which was themed around love and empathy this year. The Abbey was decorated with festive wreaths complete with red ribbons, as well as Christmas trees from Windsor Great Park donated by King Charles.
This marked one Catherine’s first royal engagement since her recovery from cancer, she was greeted and welcomed by rapturous cheers outside the Abbey.
The British Royal family is gearing up for their annual Christmas celebration on the Sandringham estate. King Charles III and Queen Camilla are expected to attend the morning service on Christmas day at the historic St Mary Magdalene Church in Norfolk. They will be accompanied by members of the family.
Traditionally, the family spends Christmas eve at Sandringham house together, and one their most cherished customs is their fun gag gifts exchange, which they will probably continue this year as well with all the royal children present.
This Wednesday, King Charles and Queen Camilla, who have made Christmas morning mass at Sandringham Church, an annual tradition, were joined by Prince William, Kate Middleton and their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.
King Charles and Queen Camilla led the royal family’s walk for the third year, which saw them greeting members of the public on their way to the church. Prince William, Kate Middleton and their children were close behind them.
The Christmas morning church service is a big event in the royal calendar, bringing together the Royal Family for a public appearance, with crowds and photographers capturing the moment.
Afterwards, the royals spend Christmas at their Sandringham estate, which has been the customary seasonal meeting place for the family since 1988.