Why King Charles and the royals exchange presents on Christmas Eve

December 17, 2022 – 06:39 GMT

Danielle Stacey

The royal household has a little various Christmas customs

The royal household’s Christmas holds numerous customs, with King Charles following in the late Queen Elizabeth II‘s steps by investing the joyful duration at the Sandringham estate.

While those residing in the UK partner Christmas Day with present offering, the royal household in fact exchange presents on Christmas Eve. However what’s the factor behind it?

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Well, it’s all to do with the King’s origins, which is of German descent. Christmas events begin on 24 December in Germany when presents are exchanged. It’s likewise normally the day when the Christmas tree gets embellished.

Called Heiligabend Bescherung – which equates as Christmas Eve exchanging presents – the custom was popularised by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.

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The late Queen Elizabeth II utilized to come to her Norfolk estate by train in the days leading up to Christmas. On the other hand, instant family members make their method to Sandringham prior to the special day and are stated to take pleasure in an afternoon tea on Christmas Eve prior to exchanging presents.

Later on, they dress for supper, with the males in black tie and the females in evening dress, with the table set with the finest tableware.

The royal household’s last Christmas Day walkabout in Sandringham in 2019

Christmas Day is a special day for the royal household as they go to the service at St Mary Magdalene Church on the Sandringham estate.

While the yearly walkabout has actually not happened for the last 2 years due to the coronavirus pandemic, King Charles and Queen Accompaniment Camilla are anticipated to be signed up with by the similarity the Prince and Princess of Wales and their 3 kids for the walk to church this year.

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