William and Kate will send Christmas presents to Archie and Lilibet despite 'rift'

Despite the Royal family's status, gift giving in the Windsor household is a lot less formal than you may think. From ‘Grow Your Own Girlfriend’ kits to expletive shower caps, Christmas at Sandringham is more fun than lavish.

Her Majesty the Queen is gearing up to spend the second Christmas in a row at Windsor Castle. Due to the pandemic, the monarch has taken the decision to downsize her Christmas plans.

As the first Christmas since the COVID-19 vaccine was administered, it seemed like gatherings could start feeling somewhat normal again. However, the Queen is saying otherwise—and it may impact Prince William and Kate Middleton’s Christmas plans.

Her Majesty the Queen is preparing for her first Christmas without Prince Philip by her side - but Covid has ruined her plans. Our monarch has kept cautious throughout the pandemic and made the tough decision to cancel Christmas at Sandringham and many of the traditions that come with it.To ensure a Covid-safe Christmas, Her Majesty will remain at Windsor Castle but according to experts, she won’t be left alone.

The Queen has cancelled all of her Christmas plans in the wake of the Omicron Covid variant rapidly spreading across the UK. The 95 year old monarch has spent Christmas day at her Sandringham estate for decades, but will now be spending it at Windsor Castle for a second year running as a result of the ongoing pandemic.

Prince William and Kate Middleton often fly in helicopters with their three young children when travelling to and from London and Suffolk. But while the Cambridges tend to opt for this mode of transport to get them from A to B, Queen Elizabeth, 95, is now urging her grandson to stop flying in helicopters for safety reasons.

'Operation Omicron' is now underway at Buckingham Palace to ensure The Queen is not alone at Christmas, an insider says.The monarch could be without some of her nearest and dearest if her plans to spend the festive season at Sandringham are cancelled. After her decision to scrap next week's traditional pre-Christmas dinner for up to 50 family members due to soaring Covid cases, sources have previously said that 'all plans are under consideration' - including her annual trip to Norfolk.

The Queen is said to have missed church on Sunday 19 December to try and avoid the coronavirus from ruining her Christmas plans. Queen Elizabeth, 95, is said to have cancelled her routine Sunday service commitments on the Windsor Castle estate to avoid the risk of becoming infected with the deadly virus.The monarch, who's grandson Prince William is said to have "cut all socialising" so he can spend Christmas with her, is said to have opted to "cut down" on her social interactions, too.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have agreed to cancel any social events they have planned in the run-up to Christmas. This is so the Royal couple can spend time with William's 95-year-old grandmother, The Queen on Christmas Day.

Kate Middleton has shared the Christmas present she gave the Queen back in 2011, which could've "gone horribly wrong".The 39 year old, who was recently left in hysterics as Alan Carr unveiled his body transformation at the Royal Variety, opened up on her unusual gift on an ITV documentary about the Queen's 90th birthday.The Duchess of Cambridge explained that during her first Christmas as Sandringham 10 years ago, Kate decided to make Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, 95, a jar of chutney.

The Queen is reportedly still going ahead with her Christmas party plans despite the surge of Omicron Covid cases.The 95 year old is said to be hosting an evening of wine, crackers and a festive dinner at Windsor before flying via helicopter to Sandringham Estate in Norfolk for Christmas Day itself.

After the Queen’s overnight hospital stay in October, the 95 year old is back in good health and has reportedly told her family that she is feeling better and is “looking forward to welcoming them for Christmas” at her Sandringham Estate in Norfolk. In fact, almost two months after doctors advised her to rest and take time away from her busy schedule, Her Majesty appears to be on top form, completing six royal duties on Wednesday 8 December alone.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have shared their annual Christmas card featuring children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

Given the ongoing rift between the Cambridges and the Sussexes, many are wondering if Prince William and Kate Middleton are giving Archie and Lilibet Christmas presents this year. The little ones are expected to celebrate the holiday in California with their parents Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, meaning their aunt and uncle in the U.K. would have to send any gifts across the pond in time for Christmas. So, is there a special delivery on its way to the Sussex kids?

Taylor Swift! During a talk for the new  series on Apple Fitness+, Prince William recalls an iconic 2013 moment he shared with the «All Too Well» singer and Jon Bon Jovi. The 39-year-old Duke of Cambridge is featured in a  episode, which promotes people taking the time to walk for their mental health over the holiday season.

Appearing on Apple’s Time to Walk podcast, Prince William has spoken out about the importance of opening up about mental health and wellbeing. During the podcast, the Duke of Cambridge walked around the Queen’s Sandringham Estate in Norfolk to reflect on his time working for the East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) as a pilot.