Princess Kate beams as she arrives at Westminster Abbey for Christmas Carol Service
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The Princess of Wales is hosting the carol service for the fourth year in a row
Princess Kate was beaming as she arrived at Westminster Abbey ahead of her Together at Christmas Carol Service tonight.
The Princess of Wales was wearing an Alexander McQueen red coat as she stepped into the historic venue on her own.
Kate was joined by Prince William and her children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis at Westminster Abbey ahead of the service starting.
The event is seen as one of Kate's most iconic appearances in the royal calendar.
Princess Kate was beaming as she arrived at Westminster Abbey ahead of her Together at Christmas Carol Service tonight.
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This is the fourth year in a row the Princess of Wales is hosting the service which was founded in 2021.
The service will be broadcast on ITV during Christmas Eve at 7pm.
Prince William will rush to France just hours after supporting Princess Kate at the service this evening.
The Prince of Wales will travel to Paris on Saturday to attend the reopening ceremony of Notre-Dame Cathedral, representing the United Kingdom.
The event is seen as one of Kate's most iconic appearances in the royal calendar.
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Last night, the royals shared a statement thanking artist Charlie Mackesy for his work on a special illustration for the service.
Mackesy created an illustration which will feature on the front cover of the Order of Service at the event.
The couple wrote on social media: "Looking forward to tomorrow's Together at Christmas Carol Service at Westminster Abbey, celebrating love and empathy this festive season.
"Thank you @charliemackesy for bringing this year's theme to life with a brilliant illustration!"
The Princess of Wales was wearing an Alexander McQueen red coat as she stepped into the historic venue on her own.
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The Princess of Wales is hosting the carol service for the fourth year in a row.
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Mackesy's illustration depicts a group of people embracing as they walk towards Westminster Abbey through the snow.
The artwork includes the poignant words: "How did I help? You were by my side. Which was everything."This message embodies the carol service's theme, emphasising how simply being present can provide crucial support to those in need.
Mackesy is widely known for his instantly recognisable illustrations that have offered comfort to people worldwide, particularly during difficult times.