King Charles and his wife, Queen Consort Camilla, welcomed members of the royal family to Windsor Castle on Tuesday for a special Christmas lunch.
Among those to attend the festive gathering were Princess Anne and Timothy Laurence, Mike and Zara Tindall with their children, Prince Edward and Sophie Wessex and their daughter, Lady Louise.
But there were some high-profile guests noticeably absent from the event – Prince William, Princess Kate and their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.
The family had been expected to attend – but it’s likely that they stayed away for a wholly practical reason.
Following the end of the school term at Lambrook for George, Charlotte and Louis, William and Kate may well have decided to retreat to Anmer Hall, their residence in Norfolk.
The couple tend to spend holidays with the children at the property – and it is perfectly situated for the upcoming Christmas festivities.
King Charles has already confirmed that he will be hosting the royals for Christmas at the Sandringham estate – where Anmer Hall is also located.
The Wales family look set to join the King and Queen Consort Camilla for the special occasion – and there’s a high chance little Louis will also take a turn in the spotlight.
Traditionally, the royal family are photographed on Christmas Day as they walk to church.
