Prince William and Princess Kate have kicked off their Christmas celebrations in heartwarming style.
The couple has retreated to their cherished country home, Anmer Hall, with their three children, Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, 8, and Prince Louis, 5.
Nestled on the Sandringham estate in Norfolk, the elegant ten-bedroom Georgian home is a beloved retreat for the Wales family.
It provides the perfect haven for unwinding after a demanding year and before joining the wider royal family for festive traditions at Sandringham House.
This Christmas carries special meaning for the family as the Princess of Wales continues her return to public duties following chemotherapy treatment earlier this year.
Prince William recently described the past year as “brutal,” underlining the significance of family time during the festive season.
Just last week, the family came together to support Kate at her Together at Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey.
The event, spearheaded by the Princess, celebrated community heroes and marked a significant moment in Kate’s gradual return to the spotlight.
The Wales family will join King Charles and Queen Camilla at Sandringham House for Christmas Day, a longstanding royal tradition at the Norfolk residence.
With extended family gathered, King Charles will host the celebration, which includes their much-loved walk to church at St Mary Magdalene on Christmas morning.
Prince William recently shared details about the holiday plans during a visit with families of the 1st Battalion Mercian Regiment in Wiltshire, where he also distributed gifts to children around a Christmas tree.
Reflecting the bustling royal festivities, Prince William revealed that 45 family members would be under one roof at Sandringham, joking about the need for an exceptionally long table to accommodate everyone.
This Christmas, the Wales family will also enjoy cherished traditions at Anmer Hall, including walks with their dogs on the estate’s picturesque grounds.
The retreat provides a chance for the young royals to relish countryside life and create memories before the formal royal gatherings.
