Princess Catherine and Prince William will be celebrating the New Year in a unique way this year.

With Queen Elizabeth passing and King Charles’s crowning event, many long-standing traditions have changed for the royal family.

While the festive season is usually governed by strict protocols, the New Year is a more relaxed affair.

In fact, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s celebrations are not so different from those of us common folk, as they opted for a low-key New Year’s Eve with close friends and family.

After spending Christmas with the royal family at Sandringham, Catherine and William were seen taking their children to the home of Catherine’s parents, Carol and Michael Middleton, in West Berkshire, to ring in the New Year.

This holiday holds special significance for the Wales family, as they reflect on a year filled with challenges and memorable moments.

The Middletons have rented a house in Berkshire for the festive season, and it is expected to be a lively night filled with great party vibes.

According to insiders, Carol and Michael Middleton are renowned for throwing extravagant parties in their back garden, often hosting over 100 guests.

Although no photos or details from the event were shared, it is clear that the Middletons are exceptional hosts who prioritize their guests’ enjoyment.

This is not the first time Princess Catherine and Prince William have chosen to spend Christmas with Catherine’s family in Berkshire, as they did so in 2017.

It is also speculated that some of the younger members of the royal family may prefer to have some alone time during this period.

The Middletons reside in a spacious home in the village of Bucklebury, which is less than an hour’s drive from Adelaide Cottage, the Wales family residence.

Their home has also been known to host vibrant New Year’s Eve parties.

However, the details of the Middleton’s Christmas celebrations are kept under wraps.

Carol Middleton, a hands-on grandmother, loves spending time with her grandchildren during the Christmas season.

She begins planning for the festivities right after Halloween and aims to have as many Christmas trees as possible, including one in the grandchildren’s bedroom.

The children are actively involved in the decorating process, as Carol believes in putting them at the heart of the celebrations.

In a recent Instagram post, Carol shared her excitement about having two Christmas trees again this year—one for the children to decorate and another that she personally decorates.

She also revealed a clever trick to keep Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis entertained while decorating.

Carol fondly reminisced about when Catherine and her siblings, Pippa and James, were young and how they were captivated by flexi figures like the ones she uses for the Christmas tree.

She emphasized the importance of choosing thoughtful stocking fillers that provide extra undisturbed time in bed on Christmas Day.

Moreover, Pippa Middleton shared a fun tradition started by her father, Michael Middleton.

Each year, he surprises the family by appearing in fancy dress and buying a new costume.

While most children in the UK have to wait until Christmas Day to open their presents, the royal family follows the German tradition of opening gifts on Christmas Eve, after enjoying afternoon tea.

As the New Year approaches, Princess Catherine and Prince William are embracing a more relaxed celebration with their loved ones.