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While they observe many of the festive traditions that a popular all over the UK, the Royal Family's Christmas is also unique and unexpected in many ways. From paying homage to their Germanic roots and opening their presents on Christmas Eve to taking part in a traditional Boxing Day hunt, some aspects of the royal Christmas hark back to their rich history.

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King Charles 'won't rip up the royal rule book' at Christmas - but he's more relaxed

The royals have enjoyed spending Christmas at Sandringham for decades, and after creating so many special memories there with the late Queen, the King seems keen for them to keep making more. “Christmas at Sandringham has been absolutely central to the family for years, and that legacy looks certain to continue with Charles,” says royal expert Duncan Larcombe.

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Historic reason the Royal Family open their presents on Christmas Eve

Members of the Royal Family will spend Christmas at Sandringham House in Norfolk with their annual trip to church and a host of festive traditions. One of which is opening their presents on Christmas Eve, a tradition they've held for years. King Charles and Queen Camilla will be hosting Christmas this year, joined by their families including Prince William and Kate Middleton along with their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

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Here are the ‘bizarre’ gifts King Charles gives his staff for Christmas: butler

Mirror.One holiday, Charles left a tin of salmon, and another year Harrold received a salt and pepper grinder tied with a ribbon.“I just thought it was so bizarre because you don’t expect those little things. It shows that they’ve got that fun, practical side to them,” the ex-butler said.Charles and his wife, Queen Camilla, would also send Christmas cards to them — and eventually “actual proper gifts.”“[I would get] things like tea cups and saucers or whiskey glasses.

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Meghan Markle's Christmas gift for late Queen that only lasted a few minutes

The Royal Family are notorious for their strange and unique festive traditions, from opening their presents on Christmas Eve to allegedly banning the game Monopoly because it becomes too "vicious". Another funny tradition sees them buy each other joke gifts at Christmas time, with previous presents including a leather toilet seat, a 'grown your own girlfriend kit' and even a shower cap which had "Ain't life a b****" written on it.

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How the royal family spends Christmas at Sandringham — from charades to lavish dinners

Sandringham estate in Norfolk, England, has been the go-to holiday getaway for the royal family ever since 1862, when Queen Victoria purchased the home for one of her sons, the future Edward VII.The country home has long been the location for the Windsor clan to gather and celebrate each New Year holiday.The jolly holly festivities are typified by merry traditions that King Charles, Queen Camilla and the rest of the Firm can enjoy as they come together.Despite Sandringham being a place of joyful memories, it also involves some tragic ones as well.

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Scottish street crowned best in UK for independent shops ahead of Christmas

Two Scottish streets have been named as the best in the UK for independent shops ahead of the festive shopping season.

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Khatija Rahman Makes International Composing Debut with ‘Lioness’: ‘She’s a Rebel,’ Says Father A.R. Rahman (EXCLUSIVE)

Naman Ramachandran Khatija Rahman is making her international film composing debut with Kajri Babbar’s “Lioness,” the first official Indo-U.K. co-production being made under the 2008 bilateral treaty. In 2020, Rahman released her first single, “Farishton,” composed and produced by her father, Oscar winner A.R.

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V&A East Museum in London to open with exhibition celebrating Black British music

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Inside Kate and William's six luxury homes from charming cottage to Prince Louis' first home

They're a royal couple whose love has stood the test of time, and, along the way, The Prince and Princess of Wales have lived in some gorgeous homes. Now, the husband and wife, who share three children together, George, Charlotte and Louis, are living in Adelaide Cottage in Windsor with their family after moving in at the end of summer 2022.

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Royals' love of dancing from Highland dances at Balmoral to King Charles' samba

There are very few people who don’t enjoy a good boogie from time to time, and members of the Royal Family are no exception. From an early age, the late Queen Elizabeth and her sister Princess Margaret had ballet lessons provided by London’s renowned Vacani School of Dance, which also taught a young Prince Charles years later.

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Scots cyclist bumps into King Charles in random meeting near Balmoral

King Charles has been spotted hiking around the grounds of Balmoral estate by Scots cyclist McTrail Rider.

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‘Wilderness’ Trailer: Jenna Colman Uses Vacation As Revenge On Cheating Boyfriend Oliver Jackson-Cohen

Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned, right? There’s something brilliant about casting Jenna Coleman in the upcoming revenge thriller series “Wilderness.” Petite, much much younger than she looks (37!, but going on 19), and known for “Doctor Who,” “Queen Victoria,” and “Victoria,” she seems something of an innocent nice girl. However, that stereotype is thrown on its head in the upcoming series, “Wilderness.” READ MORE: 15 Movies To See In September 15 Films To See In September: ‘El Conde,’ ‘Henry Sugar,’ ‘The Creator’ & More Written and created by BAFTA Breakthrough Brit Marnie Dickens and based on B.E.

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EastEnders fans left floored by Phil Mitchell’s reaction to seeing Ian Beale again

Fans of EastEnders were left confused after spotting Phil Mitchell's bizarre reaction to seeing Ian Beale return to Albert Square. Ian, played by Adam Woodyatt, left the square two and a half years ago, but in explosive scenes this week, he returned with his ex-wife, Cindy Beale - whom everyone believed to be dead.

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EastEnders legends will be left 'fighting for their lives' as fire destroys iconic venue

A devastating fire is set to rip through Albert Square in an upcoming story line which could leave some EastEnders legends fighting for their lives.The fire is due to rip through Kathy's Cafe which is one of the most iconic venues in the hit BBC soap. Filming of the scene has just taken place and one insider told The Sun it looks "incredible." They went onto add: "Bosses are staying tight-lipped about who’s behind the attack and who is left fighting for their lives, but viewers can expect lots of drama as the storyline unfolds on-screen and the residents of Walford deal with the fallout of the event.

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The Taymouth Castle saga continues with 'no gated community' pledge from developers

Taymouth Castle’s development into a luxury guest community has set off squabbles, accusations and tribalism with the ripple effects going way beyond Loch Tay.

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All the signs EastEnders' Keanu 'is killed' in nail-biting Christmas murder plot

EastEnders surprised fans earlier this year by airing a flashforward clip teasing what's in store on the BBC One soap during the festive period, revealing that one Walford resident is set to be murdered in the Queen Victoria pub. The one-off teaser, which aired in February, showed six female characters - Sharon Watts, Suki Panesar, Kathy Beale, Denise Fox, Stacey Slater and Linda Carter - standing around the dead body of a mystery male character in the iconic pub.

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Princess Beatrice broke sweet family tradition when daughter Sienna was born

Princess Beatrice is celebrating her 35th birthday today and will no doubt be looking forwarding to spending the day with her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi and their young family.The Duke and Duchess of York's eldest daughter was born on August 8, 1988 at the Portland Hospital in London and was christened as Beatrice Elizabeth Mary. On September 18, 2021, Beatrice and Edoardo welcomed their daughter, Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi into the world.The pair are also parents to Edo's son Christopher Woolf 'Wolfie' from his previous relationship with architect Dara Huang.

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William and Kate's hidden bolthole they'd sneak off to during university days

The Prince and Princess of Wales have been seen on the Balmoral Estate in Scotland several times over the years as it is a place where they can entirely escape from the public eye. While there, they can expect to enjoy activities like family picnics, barbeques, long walks, fly fishing and deer-stalking in the utmost privacy. The family of five even have their own home on the estate in Aberdeenshire, a three-bedroom cottage called Tam-Na-Ghar.

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Iconic royal palace described as a 'prison' for children more than once

The Prince and Princess of Wales saw a great deal of change in many aspects of their lives last year. One significant shift came in September when the couple relocated to Adelaide Cottage on the Windsor Estate with Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

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Kate and William named Prince Louis after Royal Family's 'secret weapon'

Across almost 1000 years of royal history, there have been several figures who have played a key role in growing the family's popularity and influence. While several names could claim the top spot, Lord Louis Mountbatten was an essential player and has been remembered in the names of many current royals. Lord Louis was born as Prince Louis of Battenberg and was a grandson of Queen Victoria.

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