Princess Charlotte and Prince George made their Sandringham Christmas Service debut this year, with fans of the royal family lining the parish road to wish them well. In fact, Princess Charlotte got more than well wishes, receiving an inflatable pink flamingo as she entered the church service.
The Christmas Day service on the Sandringham estate, held at St. May Magdalene, is typically attended by the entire royal family. However, in previous years Prince William and Kate Middleton’s children have either been too young to attend the service (which is why Prince Louis wasn’t there) or have had other plans. Last year, for example, Charlotte and George spent Christmas morning with Kate’s parents Carole and Michael Middleton, going to a service at St. Mark’s Church in Berkshire.
With the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge bringing their two eldest children along to the long-standing tradition this year – something which was started by Queen Victoria – fans were naturally very excited to see the royal youngsters attend. Lining the road to the parish, some reportedly waiting from the early hours to see the 11am arrival, when the Cambridges greeted people on their way in.
Wearing an adorable Amaia green coat, Charlotte could be seen smiling at well-wishers, with one woman handing her an inflatable pink flamingo. Stopping to hug the woman, Charlotte grinned as she clutched the new toy. Kate Middleton was similarly all smiles, wearing a faux fur-trimmed Catherine Walker coat in grey, and green Emmy London heels.
Prince George looked adorable as ever, of course, in a full blue suit – although he didn’t receive any inflatable gifts from fans (harsh). With the rest of the Royal Family in tow, fans missed Prince Harry and Meghan Markle who are spending Christmas in Canada. Also not in attendance, Prince Phillip. The Queen’s husband was only released from hospital on Christmas Eve although his stay was reported to be ‘precautionary’ for a pre-existing condition.
Prince Andrew was said to have attended the service, although he entered earlier and through a different entrance to avoid the crowds and media attention.
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