It is believed that this is despite Beatrice having had the option of either being with her father for Christmas, or spending the day with the Royal Family at Sandringham.

A friend of the princess told The Sun: “Beatrice doesn’t want to cause any embarrassment and was torn between loyalty to the King and her parents. That is why with Eugenie they went to Buckingham Palace for the pre-Christmas family lunch.

“She appreciates the way that the King and William have looked after her during everything that has been happening with Andy and Sarah. She didn’t want it to look like they were snubbing anyone so it was easier to go off with friends.”

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