The Royal Family's Christmas plans will be underway, and King Charles will be keen to have his family around him after a year battling ill health

It was recently reported that Princess Kate might host a "rival" Christmas party, instead of attending Charles' Sandringham festivities. It was also rumored that Charles could disinvite Prince Andrew from the Royal Family's Christmas celebrations altogether.

While the duke, 40, is in for a fun festive season at his Montecito mansion in California with his wife Meghan Markle, 43, and their two children Prince Archie, five, and Princess Lilibet, three, he is likely to feel some sadness at the fact he is not in the UK with the royals.

For the sixth year in a row, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are spending Christmas away from the Royal Family, instead planning an "extra special" celebration at home.

King Charles and the royal family are preparing for a chaotic Christmas this year. Expert say, however, that a hectic holiday season will be good for Charles and Kate Middleton after a tough year.

Despite being the world's most famous family, the royals' Christmas wish list is surprisingly simple: happiness, good health and quality time with loved ones. Queen Elizabeth II has always cherished having her family around her during the festive season.