Social media reactions quickly followed photos of the family arriving. Several fans were amused by Louis’ facial expression as he was seen pouting at photographers from inside the car. Others commented on Charlotte’s growing resemblance to royal relatives, with many comparing her to both her late great grandmother Queen Elizabeth II and her grandmother Princess Diana.

After the lunch concluded, William was again seen driving the family away. This time, Charlotte sat in the front passenger seat, appearing confident and composed. Their long time nanny, Maria Teresa Turrion Borrallo, was spotted seated in the back.

The royal family is expected to travel to Sandringham next week for the official Christmas celebrations. Last year, William and Kate skipped the palace lunch, reportedly choosing to head to Norfolk early to spend extra time with their children once school had finished.