Harry and Meghan Opt for London’s Soho Farmhouse for Christmas Celebration

Amidst the royal snub, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have decided to spend their Christmas at London's Soho Farmhouse, stealing the limelight once again.

The couple faced a brutal rejection less than 24 hours after reports surfaced in the Sunday Times that they were keen on joining the royals for Christmas at Sandringham.

However, the official guest list leaked to ITV.com revealed that Harry and Meghan were not on it.

According to a friend of King Charles who spoke to the Daily Beast, Charles and his team were adamant about not feeling pressured into inviting the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

The source mentioned that any potential invitation would be carefully considered and extended on the king's terms.

Speculations are rife in the media that the couple might receive an invite for New Year celebrations at Balmoral, fueled by Meghan and Harry's PR agency.

Notably, just under a year ago, Harry released his book “Spare” where he openly referred to Prince William as his arch-nemesis.

He accused William and Kate Middleton of undermining him and Meghan, divulged private conversations, criticized Queen Camilla, and depicted the king as weak and selfish.

A close associate of William's expressed to the Daily Beast that it would be awkward to share a festive meal with someone who publicly disparaged them.

Despite not being formally invited, sources disclose that Harry and Meghan are determined to spend Christmas in the UK, even without a Sandringham invite.

Meghan is reportedly feeling the pressure and has urged Harry to take action to avoid complete isolation, suggesting he meet with Charles and William independently to maintain ties.

Entertainment reporter Neil Sean revealed that the couple plans to travel to the UK for Christmas independently to dominate headlines.

Their decision entails covering expenses for accommodation and security, as they must arrange a residence and security approval from the British government in advance.

Speculations arise whether their timing aims to overshadow Catherine's Christmas carol service.

The couple has a history of enjoying Soho Farmhouse, particularly with their friend Marcus.

By opting for this venue, they could attract a larger crowd for a festive gathering, potentially photographed alongside numerous guests.

Although Marcus has been a steadfast supporter of the couple, gate-crashing Christmas without their children could portray them unfavorably in the public eye.

The question lingers – what kind of parents would choose to be away from their children during the holiday season?

Despite the controversies surrounding their Christmas plans, Harry and Meghan seem determined to make a statement and assert their presence during the festive season.