Royal fans from around the world tuned in to watch the prince and princess’ children lead the royal youngsters in the Christmas walk following the annual church service at the Sandringham estate.

As Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, nine, and Prince Louis, six, greeted the public, they were presented with several gifts to mark the occasion, from stuffed animals to mountains of chocolate. Fans wondered if they had a room in their Christmas home big enough in Anmer Hall for all the Goodwill gifts.

© Getty

However, royal protocol states that members of the royal family, large and small, are not allowed to keep certain gifts, no matter how graciously they initially accept them.

Can Welsh children keep gifts from the public?

It has been reported that official gifts may only be used or displayed by members of the royal family and automatically become part of the royal collection.

© Getty

However, slightly different rules apply to personal gifts, such as those offered to William and Kate’s children.

© Getty

According to the official royal gift policy, members of the royal family, including George and his siblings, may accept gifts from people not personally known to members of the royal family, including the public, if they meet the following criteria: flowers, food and other consumables ( within reason). quantities); copies of books submitted by the author, provided their subject matter is not controversial; and other items of low monetary value, e.g. B. Items costing less than £150.

William comments on his children’s gifts

During the Christmas Day walkabout, William appeared visibly grateful to the public as he witnessed his children receiving kind gifts from well-wishers at the Sandringham grounds.

© Getty

Charlotte carried arms full of flowers while Louis’s handle was full of chocolate. The young princess was caught asking: “Dad, can you wear some?” and William, amused by Louis’ generous supply, remarked to onlookers: “Flowers (pointing to Charlotte), chocolate (pointing to Louis) , very easy!”

Christmas presents in the royal residence

What the Prince and Princess of Wales will give their offspring for Christmas remains a closely guarded secret.

© Getty

DISCOVER: Revealed: What Prince George whispered to his sister Princess Charlotte during the Christmas walkabout

However, it was previously reported that the children are writing their lists as early as November and Prince Harry revealed in his memoir: spare part, The gift opening takes place on Christmas Eve and is completely free.