In heartbreaking news today, it has been revealed that Catherine, the Princess of Wales, is reportedly keen to move on from certain century-old Royal Christmas traditions, which she has privately called “weird.”
As the royal family gears up for another festive season, Catherine’s desire to refresh some of the House of Windsor’s long-held customs signals a subtle shift in how the family may celebrate the holidays in the future.
One longstanding custom that Catherine reportedly finds unusual is the exchange of Christmas gifts on Christmas Eve, rather than on Christmas Day itself.
This tradition, which traces its origins to Queen Victoria’s reign, is in line with the Royal Family’s German heritage and has been upheld by previous monarchs, including the late Queen Elizabeth II.
The Queen, a devout Christian, preferred to keep Christmas Day focused on its spiritual significance, while Christmas Eve became the time for exchanging presents.
Alongside these changes, Catherine is also preparing to host a poignant Christmas Carol service at Westminster Abbey on December 6th. Kensington Palace has confirmed that the service will include a special group of guests: the child survivors of the tragic Southport stabbing.
The community was rocked by the knife attack on July 29th, which claimed the lives of three children and left 10 others injured. Catherine and Prince William have shown deep empathy, engaging with the victims’ families, first responders, and the critically injured dance teacher in the lead-up to the event.
