Charles Spencer brought holiday cheer to his followers on Christmas Day by sharing a stunning photo of Althorp House, his family’s grand estate.
Taking to Instagram, the ninth Earl Spencer posted an enchanting image of the stately home glowing in golden light on a foggy Christmas morning. Althorp, famously the childhood home of Charles and his sister, the late Princess Diana, looked magical in the festive setting.
Captioning the post, Charles wrote: “A slightly foggy Christmas morning at @AlthorpHouse – but wishing you all the happiest of Christmases!”
Fans of the Earl and podcast host flooded the comments with warm messages. One admirer remarked, “The light on the building is golden, making it look warm and bright. Thanks for your good wishes. ONE LOVE [red heart emoji].” Another added, “Merry Christmas and thank you for sharing your beautiful photos.” A third chimed in, “Merry Christmas from across the big pond. What a beautiful picture.”
While Charles continues to share updates from the breathtaking estate during the holiday season, this year is bittersweet. It marks his first Christmas following his separation from his wife of 14 years, Countess Karen Spencer.
Just over a month ago, Karen shared her own update as she prepared to leave Althorp. She revealed the challenges of finding a temporary rental suitable for their seven horses, two sheep, four cats, and a dog. “With the help of some wonderful friends, we’ve finally found one,” she wrote, expressing gratitude for the generosity and kindness she received during the transition.
Karen also shared a heartwarming photo of their sheep, Lucky and Minty, happily settled in their new home ahead of the rest of the family. “It’s been a challenging time, but I’m excited to embark on the next chapter,” she added.
Charles’ festive photo and Karen’s reflections highlight a season of change and resilience for the Spencer family, set against the enduring beauty of Althorp House.
