The Royal Family Celebrates Christmas By Honoring These 12 Traditions Each Year

Like most families, the British royals have many Christmas customs—some of which are formal, as one would imagine, while others are considerably more carefree. Every year, the Windsors make their annual trip to the Sandringham Estate, where they celebrate the holiday together, doing everything from playing pick-up games of charades and football, to attending black-tie dinners. And they honor their German heritage each year with their gift exchange, too. Read on for 12 Christmas traditions that Queen Elizabeth and her family honor every year.