Royal Family Member Reveals Kate Middleton’s Carol Concert Included Snacks

Kate Middleton‘s together at christmas The concert has become a staple in the royal family’s annual calendar, and one family member says it’s complete with refreshments!

on November 27 Hello! reported this Sophie Winkelman He made the announcement at the Fayre of St James’s Christmas charity event in London the day before. Sophie, 44, is married Lord Frederick Windsorson- Queen Elizabeth‘s first cousin, Prince Michael He is from Kent and has attended Princess Kate’s carol concert at Westminster Abbey for the last two years.

According to the publication, Sophie mentioned a family gathering after the ceremony while discussing what she was most looking forward to about the event.

“Good music and good readings. And Hors d’oeuvres,” he said.

Although refreshments will not be distributed at the ancient monastery, there is news that there may be a celebration afterwards for royal watchers. The first one was organized by the 42-year-old Princess of Wales together at christmas The concert and holiday concert in December 2021, which paid tribute to individuals and organizations going the extra mile for their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic, has continued as a tradition ever since.

The carol service celebrates the best of what is being done at community level across the UK and features a different theme each year.

Although Sophie and Frederick are not working royals like their cousin, Prince Williamand instead pursues private careers (she’s a financial analyst and she’s an actress!), while still supporting various charities as a royal patron or ambassador.

Sophie spoke about her own charitable commitments at the Fayre of St James event, saying: “I hope I can give back, I’m trying to help all my wonderful charities.” Wonka Star supports the Children’s Surgery Foundation, Cure International and School-Home Support and has taken to the streets like Prince William. Sell ​​copies of The Big Issue to benefit those experiencing homelessness.

Sophie and Frederick, 45, set out for a good cause in St James’s Fayre to raise concert funds for the Quintessentially Foundation. Establishment (founded by Queen Camilla‘s nephew, Ben Elliot!), is dedicated to ending child poverty and the limitations it places on young people’s futures through his flagship Firefly Project.

The couple may have another charity concert on the calendar soon, as Kensington Palace previously announced that Princess Kate will be holding a fourth iteration of this concert. together at christmas Concert at Westminster Abbey on Friday 6 December.

Sophie and Frederick attended the event for the first time in 2022, and in 2023 they brought their daughters Maud, 11, and Isabella, 8, with them. The girls were in good company with other children, including the children of the Prince and Princess of Wales. Prince George11, Princess Charlotte9 and Prince Louis6, who made his debut in unforgettable fashion At his mother’s concert!

This year has looked different for Prince William and Princess Kate, as the Princess of Wales suffered a bout of pain in March. cancer treatment and reduced his royal duties to focus on his health. Princess Kate shared this in September: completed chemotherapy and has participated in many events since then. making plans for him together at christmas special.

Kensington Palace confirmed on November 12 that the festive event will be held on December 6 and that 1,600 people will be invited to the royal event. Princess Kate’s office said it wanted to recognize people who support others in need — people who “show that, above all else, love is the greatest gift we can receive.”

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Adding to the excitement, the Princess of Wales’s team released a video showing off the “hot off the press” invitations, complete with the royal cipher “C”.