A Traditional Royal Christmas

December 5, 2023 LMT Blog

A Very Merry Christmas Card from the Royal Family

All families have their own Christmas traditions. Whether it’s baking gingerbread cookies, taking part in carol singing or simply getting together to watch your favourite holiday movies.

But have you ever wondered how the Royal family celebrate the lead up to Christmas?

Read on to hear some of the better known Royal family Christmas traditions. You can learn more about the secretive ones on London Magical Tours’ award winning London Christmas Lights Tours.

When do the Royal Family exchange gifts? Clue: It’s not Christmas Day!

One of the most famous Royal family traditions was introduced by Prince Albert, the husband of Queen Victoria. In line with German tradition, the Royal family actually exchange their gifts on the 24th of December, Christmas Eve. The gifts are then laid out on tables for each family member to open after tea time (that’s after dinner for our non-UK cousins).

Christmas Day service – At Sandringham

The monarch traditionally spends Christmas at the residence known as Sandringham, a countryside estate in Norfolk. The invited Royal family members visiting that year are then given an allocated time to arrive at Sandringham: the youngest member arrives first and the eldest member last. Once everyone has arrived, the final touches are put on the Christmas tree, a tradition also made popular by Prince Albert.

The Kings Christmas Speech. Credit BBC

Christmas Day begins with the Sandringham Christmas Day service, where the Royal family attend mass and step out of the St Mary Magdalene Church to greet the public.

To conclude Christmas Day, King Charles will continue the tradition of broadcasting a speech to the country and across the Commonwealth. As the speech is pre-recorded, the royal family will watch it together after their Christmas lunch. In previous years this has include prawns or lobster for starters, a turkey with all the trimmings as the main course – and Christmas pudding with brandy for dessert.

For more information on London Magical Tours’ luxury London tours, as well as this year’s Christmas tours, visit the London Magical Tours website: https://www.londonmagicaltours.com

It’s Halloween!

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Magical? You bet! Young visitors on our private tours during Halloween

It’s the spookiest time of year!

London is such a fun place to be during the month of October. From the torture chambers of the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace’s haunted nights and extra frightening surprises on the London Eye, there is no better way to spend the month of October.

Children on London Magical Tours’s London private tours also get the chance to win special trick or treat surprises and souvenirs – as well as the opportunity to dress up as their favourite witches and ghouls!

Trick or Treat! Afternoon tea is the perfect treat during October

Guests on VIP level tours can also enjoy a special afternoon tea, packed with treats, cakes and the most delicious hand made desserts – a big favourite with our young visitors!

To see London Magical Tours’ full range of tours, all of which are available with a special Halloween theme, please visit:

London Magical Tours Range of Tours

Happy Easter 2017!

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London Magical Tour’s guests celebrating their Easter Egg Hunt victory at the London Eye

Easter is an egg-cellent time to be in London. Get ready for an egg-ceptional Easter blog update (Ed comment: ok – at this point we had to step in. To ensure quality of material we had to scale down the egg related one liners – they’re not all they’re cracked up to be!)

From indulging in chocolates and easter egg hunts to sightseeing over the bank holiday weekend, there is something to do for everyone. Whats more, the first Bank-Holiday weekend of the year in the UK falls over the Easter weekend – a great time to unwind and soak in the spring sunshine.

Here’s a look at the best things to do in London this Easter 2017:

London Magical Tours: From March through to April 2017

Discover London’s famous landmarks with an Easter theme. Spoil the kids (and adults alike) and book your very on London Tour with Easter Egg hunt experience.

For more on our Easter Activities visit London Magical Tours and add the Easter Egg Hunt to any of the London Tours!

LMT’s Magical Golden Eggs – where in London will you find them?

Easter Egg prizes galore with London Magical Tours

Chocolate Heaven: Giant Easter Egg Hunts with London Magical Tours

London Easter Egg Hunts: March 24th to April 28th 2017

Throughout April and the Easter weekend, there are a number of Easter Egg hunts going on in London. Our personal favourite will take place in the spectacular Parlour at our partners Fortnum and Mason. Keep your eyes pealed for the Golden Egg which will be hidden among the treats. Winners will receive the honour of being named Fortnum’s ‘Ice Cream Taster of the Year’. Now that’s Egg-tastic!

Enjoy some of the finest chocolate treats in London’s Fortnum and Mason

The Passion of the Christ: April 14th 2017:

Let’s not forget the real reason why we celebrate Easter. The passion of Jesus Christ will be performed at Trafalgar Square on the 14th of April and admission is free of charge. A true London spectacle.

Why not book a day out in London for your family and friends this Spring? Booking a personal private London tour to enjoy a truly memorable day out.

How to spend Valentines Day 2017 in London

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Valentines Day 2017 in London

Whether you are single or feeling romantic, there is always fun activities to in London on the 14th of February.

Here are a few ideas to spark your imagination and inspire your this Valentines Day 2017:

Kensington Palace:

Visit the home of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and other Royal Couples from British history.

West End:

Enjoy a magical musical or theatre show during the evening. Alternatively catch a classic movie or one of the latest blockbusters.

The London Eye:

Soar above London with a ride on the London Eye and why not indulge with champagne and chocolates on the ride.

The View from the Shard:

Enjoy breathtaking views and catch the sunset from the top of the Shard.

Enjoy the breathtaking views London has to offer this Valentines day

Romantic Evening Tours:

Enjoy the highlights of London with a private London Magical Tour covering the romantic locations of the city at night. Whats more, include champagne and chocolate gifts in the comfort of your private chauffeur driven vehicle with additional private London tour guide.

Easter is nearly here!

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The sun is finally back in London (yes it’s still a little nippy outside but the sun shining makes all the difference!)

Heres a little something to plan your Easter visit to London:

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Easter Egg Hunts in London

Our Easter Egg hunts are back and in full swing. Small eggs, large eggs – chocolate eggs galore!

Spoil the kids (and adults alike) and book an Easter Egg hunt while you are out and about visiting London.

Children on our Easter Tours

Our Magical Golden Eggs are hidden all across London. Go on a hunt and play the game with your friends and family on our Easter London Tours.

LMT's Magical Golden Eggs - where in London will you find them!

Enjoy a delicious Easter Sunday Lunch in London

When it comes to British cuisine, nothing beats a traditional roast. Take a refreshing break at a historic London pub and experience the best food in town. Delicious beef, the best Yorkshire puddings, crispy roasties accompanied with mouth watering gravy, tasty carrots, pancetta cabbage and cauliflower cheese. All prebookable with our London tours, with courtesy fast track service and free drinks for all London Magical Tours clients. Yum!

Traditional Pub Roast in London

For more on our Easter Activities visit London Magical Tours and add the Easter Hunt and traditional pub dinner to any of our London Tours!