Queen not expected to travel to Sandringham for Christmas

It's understood she will instead stay in Windsor

Author: Seb Cheer, with Press Association reportersPublished 20th Dec 2021
Last updated 27th May 2022

It's understood the Queen has decided to celebrate Christmas in Windsor rather than travel to Sandringham, in West Norfolk.

The Queen's decision to celebrate Christmas at Windsor rather than travel to Sandringham was a personal one taken after careful consideration, and it reflects a precautionary approach, a royal source said.

There will be family visiting Windsor over the Christmas period, and sensible precautions and all appropriate guidelines will be followed.

Last week, she cancelled her traditional pre-Christmas lunch for similar reasons.

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