UPDATE: King Charles has just announced his generous Christmas gifts for staff, marking a significant change from his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II. This festive season, the 77-year-old monarch is making headlines for his thoughtful approach to rewarding his dedicated team at the Sandringham estate.
Sources reveal that King Charles aims to foster a sense of appreciation among his staff during this holiday period. Unlike Queen Elizabeth II, who traditionally gifted a Christmas pudding to her employees, King Charles is known for providing more substantial gifts. A source close to the King stated, “He used to give a dinner service, matching plates, side plates, and so on, but he would give bits of it at a time, so you would get the full collection if you stayed in service long enough.”
The King’s approach not only reflects his generosity but also his desire to create lasting relationships with his staff. Alongside these unique gifts, he continues the tradition of distributing Christmas puddings as a delightful bonus treat.
Staff from The Royal Household, including those from King Charles’ Highgrove estate, gather for festive celebrations at St James’ Palace. In an exclusive interview with Heart Bingo, former royal gardener Jack Stooks shared insights into the King’s holiday practices. He recalled, “For the first few years that I worked at Highgrove, we also got a Christmas pudding from the King. When the King got around to doing his Christmas cards, we all got a hand-signed Christmas card as well from himself and Camilla.”
This year, the King and Queen have already celebrated Christmas at Sandringham with family, including the Prince and Princess of Wales and their children. The King’s shift in gift-giving not only highlights his personal touch but also sets a new precedent in royal traditions, ensuring that staff feel valued and appreciated during the festive season.
As holiday celebrations continue, the royal family’s commitment to their staff is making waves, sparking conversations about modernizing royal customs. Stay tuned for more updates on the evolving traditions within the monarchy.
