Highgrove decorations feature Camilla’s dog Beth and eco-friendly ornaments
Staff at Highgrove in Gloucestershire are preparing to welcome the public in the run-up to Christmas.
The King’s country estate Highgrove has been decorated for Christmas, with a sweet nod to the Queen’s beloved dog Beth.
Among the tree ornaments is an embroidered motif of the Jack Russell, who had to be put down last weekend, leaving Camilla heartbroken.
Embellished with gold metal thread work and sequins, the decorations cost £12.95 each and were introduced in September as part of a long-planned addition to the Christmas range, and placed on the tree earlier this month, before Beth’s illness became known.
Decorations throughout reflect a traditional royal Christmas, with red, green and gold colours and a welcomingly homely feel.
Sustainable materials have been used, including paper baubles, plant-based glitter and flowers made from recycled paper mulch.
Charles’s charity The King’s Foundation is the custodian of Highgrove Gardens, with all proceeds from Christmas lunches and shopping at Highgrove supporting the work of the organisation.
It also oversees public access to Highgrove through garden tours, tickets for which go on sale again in February 2025.
