Harry will struggle being away from the UK again for the Christmas period, expert says
13:59, 20 Dec 2025Updated 13:59, 20 Dec 2025
Prince Harry ‘misses’ element of UK life while living in America
Prince Harry “misses elements of UK life” as he gears up for another Christmas in the US with wife Meghan Markle. A Royal Family expert says Harry will struggle being away from the UK again for the Christmas period.
Harry will spend Christmas with his own children, Prince Archie, six, and Princess Lilibet, four, and wife Meghan. Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond revealed: “He’s on record as saying he misses elements of his UK life, including the banter, pub culture, friends, and family gatherings.
“And he says he still has a deep love for Britain so the images of his family making that familiar walk to Sandringham Church might, indeed, pull at his heartstrings.
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“But maybe not for long. When he’s enjoying Christmas in the warm Californian sunshine, with his wife, children and mother-in-law, the attraction of an often grey, damp Norfolk might fade a little.”
She continued: “I imagine that for King Charles, there will always be a sadness that both his boys and their children aren’t with him at this special time of year.
“His two daughters-in-law often speak about love, kindness and the importance of family – and yet William and Harry remain as far apart as ever.
“But I don’t imagine Harry would readily swap the relaxed, chilled out California celebration for the formality of a royal Christmas.
“So, there might be a moment of nostalgia, but I think Harry will happily throw himself into an American style family day with his little ones.”
It comes after a photo of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex with their children has been shared by Meghan alongside a “happy holidays” message.
Meghan posted a photo on her Instagram account on Friday showing the family of four on a small bridge surrounded by greenery, with her bending down to touch heads with Princess Lilibet and holding hands, while Prince Archie has his hands around Harry’s waist.
The caption reads: “Happy Holidays! From our family to yours.”