Kate invites families from Southport for Christmas caroling

The carol service is supported by the Royal Foundation, the charity that supports the work of the Prince and Princess.

The meeting will be attended by members of the royal family and around 1,600 guests, including people who have worked to support others, through their work or volunteer work.

Those honored are nominated by charities linked to the royal family or by Lord Lieutenants, who represent the King in counties across the country.

The event will also feature musical performances from stars such as Paloma Faith, Olivia Dean and Gregory Porter.

It will be broadcast on ITV1 as part of a special program on Christmas Eve.

Fifteen Together At Christmas services will take place across the country, including at the Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro and Blackpool Tower Circus.

Kensington Palace said the service would provide “a moment to reflect on the importance of love and empathy, and how much we need each other, especially at the most difficult times of our lives.”

It said the princess wanted to “celebrate the many people who have supported those in need – individuals who have inspired, advised, comforted and, above all, shown that love is the greatest gift we can receive”.