Prince Harry and his future bride Meghan Markle are spending their first Christmas together at Sandringham with the Royal family.
It's hard to believe it's been a mere month since Harry and Meghan's engagement announcement. Since then, the whirlwind four weeks has seen Meghan undertake her first public engagements in Nottingham with Harry by her side. The couple also attended two Royal household staff parties amidst early planning and preparations for their wedding next May. Earlier this week, we got the 'icing on the cake' to their wonderful news in the form of three beautiful engagement portraits. Meghan's been warmly welcomed into the Royal family, and they are said to be immensely fond of her. Meghan is the first royal fiancée to spend Christmas with the Royals. I thought it a very wise decision as Meghan's family live in the US and she and Harry wanted to spend it together. A source told reporter Camilla Tominey she is "already considered part of the family". It's the perfect opportunity for her to get to know Harry's immediate and extended family better.
Yesterday, Meghan already got into the swing of a very royal Christmas with Christmas Eve celebrations. The royals will have enjoyed tea and chatting before decorating the Christmas tree and observing the German practice of opening gifts on Christmas Eve. The family tend to give each other funny items and homemade goods. In the evening, the family change into evening wear, with the royal ladies donning gowns, tiaras and jewels for dinner.
Meghan and Harry arrived with William and Kate - they are staying with them over the festive period at Anmer Hall. Meghan will have been there this morning as Prince George and Princess Charlotte opened their presents. The 'Fab Four' looked very happy as they made their way to Church.
Meghan looked incredibly relaxed and poised.
Kate and Meghan.
The Duchess and the future Duchess chatting during the walk.
An arrival video from the BBC.
Lama Hasan reported "A line stretching all the way down the road in Sandringham, people tell us it is massive turnout today to see the royals especially Harry and Meghan".
Sandringham is a majestic country house on 20,000 acres of land. It has been the private home of four generations of sovereigns since 1862. It has played host to Her Majesty's festivities since the fire at Windsor Castle in 1992, and she remains there from mid-December to February each year. When the Queen or members of the Royal family are not in residence, the house is open to the public. William and Kate's new country home, Anmer Hall, which is currently undergoing renovations, is on the Sandringham Estate.
The parish church of St Mary Magdalene is of exceptional historical interest, with memorials to many members and relations of the Royal family from Queen Victoria onwards. King George VI, Princess Diana and more recently Princess Charlotte were all baptised there.
The current building dates to the 16th century and was restored by S. S. Teulon in 1855 and Arthur Blomfield in 1890. It is considered to be a noteworthy example of a carrstone building. The silver altar and reredos were presented to Queen Alexandra by the American department store owner, Rodman Wanamaker, as a tribute to Edward VII. He also presented her with the silver pulpit and a silver 17th-century Spanish processional cross. Of note also is a Florentine marble font and a Greek font dating to the 9th century.
Meghan was all smiles as they left Church. Below, Meghan with her future brother-in-law William.
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh.
A curtsy from Meghan and Kate for the Queen.
A very good video from The Telegraph.
Meghan's first public curtsy was captured by the BBC.
The Royals will now return to the house for a traditional turkey lunch followed by an afternoon filled with walks on the estate with the dogs, the Queen's Christmas speech, a drink or two and a relaxing evening of games and television. As you can see Harry and Meghan's engagement photo features among the framed family pictures. The Queen said she looks forward to welcoming new members into the family next year. You can view the annual message here. It's very happy time for the Royal family and on a personal note for Harry and Meghan, their first Christmas together shall be one they'll always look back on.
It was wonderful to see Meghan at Sandringham - the beginning of a very special tradition. These two have quite the year ahead :)
Meghan wrapped up in the Sentaler Long Wide Collar Wrap Coat in camel (a special word of thanks to the Meghan's Mirror team for their ID work this morning). Once again, we are seeing Meghan's continued love of championing Canadian fashion. The piece is described as "This long wrap coat in luxurious baby alpaca has the SENTALER signature wide collar that works in harmony with the longer length. The fit and flare vented hem keeps the femme feel of a sophisticated classic that will be worn season after season."
Meghan carried the $1,550 Chloe Pixie Small Leather and Suede Shoulder Bag.
Today marked the first occasion Meghan wore a hat since the engagement. Milliner to the royals Philip Treacy confirmed it is one of his designs.
A closer look at Meghan's boots. They are the Hiline style by Stuart Weitzman.
They are available at Nordstrom.
Meghan accessorised with the Maison Birks Snowflake Large Round Jacket Earrings she wore for the Pre-Christmas lunch.
A very Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones; thank you for following Meghan's journey on the blog this year. 2018 is going to be very exciting! :)
It's hard to believe it's been a mere month since Harry and Meghan's engagement announcement. Since then, the whirlwind four weeks has seen Meghan undertake her first public engagements in Nottingham with Harry by her side. The couple also attended two Royal household staff parties amidst early planning and preparations for their wedding next May. Earlier this week, we got the 'icing on the cake' to their wonderful news in the form of three beautiful engagement portraits. Meghan's been warmly welcomed into the Royal family, and they are said to be immensely fond of her. Meghan is the first royal fiancée to spend Christmas with the Royals. I thought it a very wise decision as Meghan's family live in the US and she and Harry wanted to spend it together. A source told reporter Camilla Tominey she is "already considered part of the family". It's the perfect opportunity for her to get to know Harry's immediate and extended family better.
Yesterday, Meghan already got into the swing of a very royal Christmas with Christmas Eve celebrations. The royals will have enjoyed tea and chatting before decorating the Christmas tree and observing the German practice of opening gifts on Christmas Eve. The family tend to give each other funny items and homemade goods. In the evening, the family change into evening wear, with the royal ladies donning gowns, tiaras and jewels for dinner.
Meghan and Harry arrived with William and Kate - they are staying with them over the festive period at Anmer Hall. Meghan will have been there this morning as Prince George and Princess Charlotte opened their presents. The 'Fab Four' looked very happy as they made their way to Church.
Meghan looked incredibly relaxed and poised.
Kate and Meghan.
The Duchess and the future Duchess chatting during the walk.
An arrival video from the BBC.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, together with the Queen and other senior members of the Royal Family, arrive for Christmas Day church service at Sandringham https://t.co/TE455ryES1 pic.twitter.com/TPurtyspBs— BBC News (UK) (@BBCNews) December 25, 2017
The parish church of St Mary Magdalene is of exceptional historical interest, with memorials to many members and relations of the Royal family from Queen Victoria onwards. King George VI, Princess Diana and more recently Princess Charlotte were all baptised there.
The current building dates to the 16th century and was restored by S. S. Teulon in 1855 and Arthur Blomfield in 1890. It is considered to be a noteworthy example of a carrstone building. The silver altar and reredos were presented to Queen Alexandra by the American department store owner, Rodman Wanamaker, as a tribute to Edward VII. He also presented her with the silver pulpit and a silver 17th-century Spanish processional cross. Of note also is a Florentine marble font and a Greek font dating to the 9th century.
Meghan was all smiles as they left Church. Below, Meghan with her future brother-in-law William.
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh.
A curtsy from Meghan and Kate for the Queen.
A very good video from The Telegraph.
Meghan Markle has joined the Royal family for their traditional #Christmas Day service at the Queen's Sandringham estate in a break with tradition https://t.co/onwYFELHUk pic.twitter.com/iWel5m2rCT— The Telegraph (@Telegraph) December 25, 2017
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle meet crowds gathered outside the Royal Family's Christmas church service at Sandringham https://t.co/OEKwe7niT7 pic.twitter.com/rlevhVo0XW— BBC News (UK) (@BBCNews) December 25, 2017
A video from ITV News.
Harry and Meghan wish locals a Happy Christmas.
It's all smiles as Meghan Markle leaves the traditional Christmas Day church service at the Queen's Sandringham estate with members of the Royal Family, including her fiance Prince Harry https://t.co/lr5FZdSp7X pic.twitter.com/mDrQKx3lbz— ITV News (@itvnews) December 25, 2017
Prince Harry and Meghan shout Christmas greetings to the crowd at Sandringham pic.twitter.com/Syaj0X7ShJ— Richard Palmer (@RoyalReporter) December 25, 2017
Meghan was in her element chatting to well-wishers.
Francesa was there this morning and kindly shared her photos. I asked her what she thought of Meghan and she replied: "She took so much interest in everyone around her. She was very caring".The Royals will now return to the house for a traditional turkey lunch followed by an afternoon filled with walks on the estate with the dogs, the Queen's Christmas speech, a drink or two and a relaxing evening of games and television. As you can see Harry and Meghan's engagement photo features among the framed family pictures. The Queen said she looks forward to welcoming new members into the family next year. You can view the annual message here. It's very happy time for the Royal family and on a personal note for Harry and Meghan, their first Christmas together shall be one they'll always look back on.
It was wonderful to see Meghan at Sandringham - the beginning of a very special tradition. These two have quite the year ahead :)
Meghan wrapped up in the Sentaler Long Wide Collar Wrap Coat in camel (a special word of thanks to the Meghan's Mirror team for their ID work this morning). Once again, we are seeing Meghan's continued love of championing Canadian fashion. The piece is described as "This long wrap coat in luxurious baby alpaca has the SENTALER signature wide collar that works in harmony with the longer length. The fit and flare vented hem keeps the femme feel of a sophisticated classic that will be worn season after season."
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| Sentaler |
Meghan carried the $1,550 Chloe Pixie Small Leather and Suede Shoulder Bag.
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| My Theresa |
Today marked the first occasion Meghan wore a hat since the engagement. Milliner to the royals Philip Treacy confirmed it is one of his designs.
A closer look at Meghan's boots. They are the Hiline style by Stuart Weitzman.
They are available at Nordstrom.
Meghan accessorised with the Maison Birks Snowflake Large Round Jacket Earrings she wore for the Pre-Christmas lunch.
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| Maison Birks |
A very Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones; thank you for following Meghan's journey on the blog this year. 2018 is going to be very exciting! :)