PEOPLE confirmed Beatrice will join the royal family’s Sandringham gathering instead of traveling to be with in-laws in Italy

PEOPLE previously confirmed that the Duke of York wouldn't be at the family party

The York sisters have rarely missed a Christmas with the royal family throughout their lives, including since marrying and welcoming children

Eugenie is the latest in a string of royal family members to participate in documentaries about their personal passions

“I’m on a giant rooster!” the Duchess of York joyfully exclaimed while visiting Windsor Great Park Illuminated with her family

"They are quite close to their father; they seem to be quite protective towards him," a source told 'Hello!'