The Royal Family turned out in force for the now traditional Christmas carol service organised by the Princess of Wales. They gathered at Westminster Abbey for the special event which took the theme of the hope of new life. And in a year when children and those who care for them were honoured, it was the younger generation who came to the fore at this special royal event.
The Prince and Princess of Wales were joined by their three children for the service.
Embed from Getty ImagesPrince Louis attended for the first time and appeared to enjoy all the special Christmas touches that had been added to the Abbey for the evening.
Embed from Getty ImagesAlong with Prince George and Princess Charlotte, Louis posted a message to a vulnerable young person in a special box set up outside the Abbey to spread Christmas joy to as many as possible.
Embed from Getty ImagesThe royal cousins were there in full force. Princess Beatrice was accompanied by her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, and held hands with her stepson, Christopher, as the family enjoyed the festive evening.
Embed from Getty ImagesPeter Phillips arrived with his two daughters, Savannah and Isla, as well as his sister, Zara Tindall.
Maud Windsor, daughter of Lord and Lady Frederick Windsor and a former schoolmate of Prince George and Princess Charlotte, was there with her parents and younger sister, Isabella.
Embed from Getty ImagesMaud and Isabella’s grandfather, Prince Michael of Kent, was also present with his daughter, Lady Gabriella Kingston.
Embed from Getty ImagesThe Duchess of Edinburgh joined the Royal Family for the carol service.
Embed from Getty ImagesPrincess Eugenie, mum to two sons under the age of three, had a night to herself as she arrived with the Royal Family.
Embed from Getty ImagesThe Duke and Duchess of Gloucester were also present for the carol service where they were joined by their daughter, Lady Rose Gilman.
Embed from Getty ImagesThe King’s cousin, Lady Sarah Chatto, and her husband, Daniel, were with the Royal Family for this special festive event.
Embed from Getty ImagesThe Princess of Wales had arrived earlier to greet guests and performers.
Embed from Getty ImagesThe Prince of Wales gave a reading at the service which was also recorded for broadcast. The ceremony ended in candlelight.
Embed from Getty ImagesIt was the Princess of Wales who led the Royal Family out of Westminster Abbey as the celebration ended.
Embed from Getty ImagesTogether at Christmas will be broadcast on ITV1 on Christmas Eve.
