Princess Diana broke tradition at Christmas which she hated spending with the royals

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Princess Diana did not enjoy spending the Christmas period with the Royal Family and was keen to enjoy the festivities alone according to a royal expert.The holiday season could become "too much" for those not used to royal traditions, such as the former Princess of Wales.Royal commentator Lady Colin Campbell previously told the Express: "Diana did not like Christmas with the Windsors."She was very keen to disappear into her room as much as she could."The late royal, who is the mother of Prince Harry and Prince William, also reportedly broke a long standing tradition during her first Christmas with the Royal Family, the Mirror reports.The monarchy has many festive traditions, one of which is that they only give one another novelty presents.For example, one year Kate Middleton presented Prince Harry with a hilarious 'grow your own girlfriend kit' before his romance with Meghan Markle began.On another occasion, the duke reportedly left the late Queen chuckling after he gave her a shower cap that said "ain't life a b***h" while the duchess gifted the former monarch a singing hamster on a string which went down a treat with the royal corgis.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.