Kate and William are forced to eat separately on Christmas Day due to one royal tradition

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Kate Middleton and Prince William always eat separately on Christmas Day due to a long-standing royal tradition.Members of the Royal Family traditionally meet up on December 25 for a festive lunch at Sandringham House but prior to that they eat breakfast separately.On Christmas Day, the Firm follows a strict schedule as they eat breakfast at 9am before attending a church service at St Mary Magdalene at 11am, the Mirror reports.

On their return to the country residence, which was passed to King Charles III following the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth, pre-lunch drinks begin immediately.Former royal chef Darren McGrady revealed that the royal ladies eat breakfast in their bedrooms while the men gather in the dining room two hours before they head to church.

It's not exactly known why the Firm follows this tradition but it means the Prince and Princess of Wales, who have been married for over 12 years, will never eat together on the big day.Speaking in 2017, before the late Queen's passing, Mr McGrady told the Daily Mail: "On Christmas Day, the ladies generally opt for a light breakfast of sliced fruit, half a grapefruit, toast and coffee delivered to their rooms – the Queen’s tray is delivered at exactly 9am. "The male Royals, meanwhile, come downstairs to the dining room for a hearty breakfast at 8.30am with eggs, bacon and mushrooms, kippers and grilled kidneys, to set them up for the 11am church service at St Mary Magdalene.

When they return, it’s straight into pre-lunch drinks." It's believed that the reason for the separation could be to allow the women more time to do their hair and makeup for the highly photographed church service.