While King Charles took part in today’s event, both he and Queen Camilla had notably missed Kate’s Christmas carol service on December 5. The couple have only attended the gathering once, in 2022, which made their absence more noticeable this year. The service, now in its fifth year, drew around 1,600 guests and centred on the theme of love expressed in many forms. Princess Kate attended with Prince William and their children, George, Charlotte and Louis. Several other family members, including Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, and Zara and Mike Tindall, were also present. Kate’s parents, Carole and Michael Middleton, joined as well. The evening included a touching tribute to the late Duchess of Kent, who passed away in September, adding a reflective note to what has become one of the most cherished royal holiday traditions.