The royals showed they are all about having fun and were seen carolling at the Duchess Of Cambridge’s Westminster Abbey Christmas carol service.
Kate and Prince William, 39, appeared to be in deep concentration as they sang along to the festive tunes in photographs taken during the one-hour festive special, Royal Carols: Together at Christmas, which will be broadcast on ITV on Christmas Eve.
The Countess and Princess of Wessex were joined by many royal family members including Prince Beatrice (33) and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi (33), Princess Eugenie (31) Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall.
Kate cut an elegant figure as she stepped out for the carol service in London, which celebrates the ‘incredible work’ of pandemic heroes including charity workers, teachers and volunteers.
A new Catherine Walker red coat dress was worn by the mother of three, featuring a bow detail across the bodice.
They are all about being part of the fun. The royals can be seen carolling at Westminster Abbey’s carol service this month. Pictured are The Duke and the Duchess
Photographs taken at Royal Carols Together at Christmas captured the royals seeming to concentrate as they sing along with festive songs.
A host of royals were present, including Princess Beatrice (33), and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi (3 pictured), Princess Eugenie (31), and Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall.
Kate’s coat dress, thought to be worth around £3,000, is a new ensemble for the Duchess, who previously wore a black version of the garment to attend Prince Philip’s funeral in April.
Meanwhile the royal added a touch of glamour to her outfit with the Queen Mother’s sapphire and diamond fringe earrings, and recycled her £640 red suede bag by Miu Miu for the occasion, first worn in September 2016.
Carole Middleton was her father, and Michael Middleton her mother were also present at the service. James Middleton and Pippa were also there.
In accordance to the guidance of the abbey, both the Duke and Duchess could be seen inside wearing black masks.
This website explains that attendees will be encouraged to don masks inside St Margaret’s Church Abbey, while those who are in smaller areas are encouraged not to socialize.
Kate (pictured middle) was elegant as she set out to attend the London Christmas carol service.
This service, (pictured), celebrates the “incredible work” of pandemic heroes such as teachers and charity workers.
Mother-of-three, pictured right, wore a brand new Catherine Walker red coat dress to the event. It featured large bow details across the bodice.
Kate’s coat dress (pictured right), thought to be worth around £3,000, is a new ensemble for the Duchess, who previously wore a black version of the garment to attend Prince Philip’s funeral in April
Meanwhile the royal (pictured right) added a touch of glamour to her outfit with the Queen Mother’s sapphire and diamond fringe earrings, and recycled her £640 red suede bag by Miu Miu for the occasion, first worn in September 2016
The royals, however, took off their masks when they joined in the carolling and began to sing.
There will be musical entertainment by Leona Lewis, Ellie Goulding, and Leona Lewis at the service.
It has been developed with BBC Studios Events Productions but will be broadcast on ITV at 7.30pm on Christmas Eve as part of a special programme called Royal Carols: Together At Christmas.
According to reports, Prince William and Kate dropped the BBC from their Christmas special following the criticisms by the Queen and Prince Charles for the series The Princes and the Press. credibility for ‘overblown, unfounded claims’ regarding the Royal Family
Kate Garraway (pictured) speaks at the Westminster Abbey concert this past month
Choir members of Westminster Abbey Choir participate in the ‘Royal Carols: Together at Christmas’ performance
During ‘Royal Carols, Together at Christmas’, members of the congregation light a candle to the crib.
Poetry by Lemn Sissay, performing “To The Day”, a poem written for The Duchess of Cambridge’s “Royal Carols- Together at Christmas”
Last week’s trailer featured the Duchess and her festive Miu Miu jumper.
Kate said with a smile, “I’m so excited that I’m hosting Together At Christmas at Westminster Abbey,”
Video also features celebrity stars Leona Lewis, Tom Walker and others. The video also includes a clip featuring Kate Garraway, a presenter at the Westminster Abbey concert.
The Royal Foundation supported the event and hosted it. The event gave thanks to The Duchess for hosting and leading the tribute.
This service was filmed for broadcast and allowed for the nation’s reflections to be made. It provided an opportunity for us to look back at the amazing challenges and also celebrated the kindnesses that have been shown across this country. We saw communities coming together in support of those in crisis and people helping others.
Tom Walker, singer at ‘Royal Carols: Together at Christmas’ lit a candle.
Kim Daybell, paralympian and junior physician gives a reading from ‘Royal Carols-Together At Christmas’
The Royal Foundation supported the event, which was hosted and led by The Duchess.
The broadcast-ready service allowed the nation to reflect on the incredible challenges we face and to also celebrate acts of kindness we’ve seen across the country, such as the community coming together to care for and protect those most in need and the people who are willing to assist others.
The service incorporated traditional elements and a contemporary and inclusive atmosphere to include people of all religions. It also featured carols performed by the internationally renowned Westminster Abbey Choir.
The program also featured To The Day, an emotional performance by Lemn Ssay and Kate Garraway readings.
The Christmas Eve broadcast will feature additional content including an introduction from The Duchess of Cambridge, videos highlighting the efforts of inspirational organisations, and a special performance by Tom Walker of his new Christmas single For Those Who Can’t Be Here.
The Christmas Eve broadcast of the service (pictured) will feature additional content including an introduction from The Duchess of Cambridge, videos highlighting the efforts of inspirational organisations, and a special performance by Tom Walker of his new Christmas single For Those Who Can’t Be Here
Mila Sneddon (6 years old), reading the prayer during the service. Lynda Sneddon is with her
Mila Sneddon (6 years old) was watching her mother Lynda light a candle at ‘Royal Carols- Together At Christmas’, an annual Christmas carol concert held by the Duchess Of Cambridge at Westminster Abbey.
The service featured the Queen’s Piper, played by the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior during the service
In recognition of their selfless acts and tireless efforts despite extremely difficult circumstances, unsung heroes were invited to the service.
The nominations came from the UK’s Lieutenancies, as well as community networks and charitable organizations, along with patronages of Her Majesty The King, The Prince and The Duchess Of Cambridge.
The Duchess of Cambridge and others who The Duke and the Duchess had met or spent time with in their engagements were present as well.
It also featured armed forces personnel involved in Operation Pitting and young carers.