Cheap gifts, mystery guests and dress code: how the royal family will spend Christmas this year

Christmas is one of the most important winter holidays for people from many parts of the world. However, this day is of particular importance for the British royal family, as they have the opportunity to gather around the table and have fun.

The last few years have been quite difficult for the Windsors, as King Charles III was diagnosed with cancer and Queen Camilla is battling a chest infection. Yet, despite all the hardships, many of the royals will gather at Sandringham, a private estate in Norfolk, to celebrate Christmas, the Daily Mail reports.

Mysterious guests

Prince William recently admitted that he was looking forward to December 25 to spend the big day with 45 members of the royal family. However, neither Queen Elizabeth's grandson nor Buckingham Palace has revealed the exact list of guests. It is likely that the event will be traditionally attended: Charles III and his wife Camilla, the Prince and Princess of Wales with their children, Princess Beatrice and her family, Princess Eugenie accompanied by her closest relatives, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh with their heirs. They celebrate Christmas every year at the Windsor's private estate.

But Queen Camilla's son Tom Parker-Bowles will make his first appearance at the celebration among the monarchs. According to the writer, his mother personally asked him to come, as they have not spent time together for a long time. Moreover, the sister of Charles III's wife, Annabel Elliot, is also expected to arrive in Sandringham.

Unusual gifts

Members of the British royal family are accustomed to exchanging gifts at a tea party rather than during Christmas dinner. However, all the presents are quite unusual, because despite the Windsors' considerable wealth, they do not spend too much money on surprises. As you know, the royals like to give cheap things that will evoke positive emotions.

For example, Prince William once presented Elizabeth II with slippers with her image on them. And Kate Middleton presented the late Queen with a jar of homemade Indian chutney sauce.

Original customs and dress code

Interestingly, for the holiday, the royals always adhere to the "black tie" style, that is, they dress in restrained tuxedos or evening dresses. First, the Windsors attend a service at St. Mary Magdalene Church and then return to the estate.

By the way, according to Elizabeth II's former chef Darren McGrady, the royals sit down to the festive table at exactly 13:15. They enjoy delicious dishes and then move on to the entertainment part. Quite often, members of the British royal family play charades and bingo.

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