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**Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, Receives Royal Family Christmas Invitation After 30 Years**

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**Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, Receives Royal Family Christmas Invitation After 30 Years**

For the first time in three decades, Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, has been extended a Christmas invite to join the Royal Family festivities.

This rare inclusion comes after a long exclusion due to her divorce from back in 1992.

The Duchess faced ostracism from Christmas events following a public scandal involving financial advisor John Bryan, where she was photographed having her toe sucked shortly after the separation, reportedly causing displeasure particularly from .

Wood Farm, a charming five-bedroom residence situated on the Sandringham Estate, is currently being readied for the Duke of York, , his former spouse Sarah Ferguson, and their two daughters Beatrice and Eugenie, along with their respective spouses and children.

The preparations are underway as has taken the reins this year, paving the way for this unexpected reunion within the royal fold.

The forthcoming Yuletide celebration might see an unconventional gathering as , Sarah Ferguson, Prince Andrew, and other members of the royal clan could potentially join the rest of the family for a public stroll to St Mary Magdalene Church.

This development marks a significant shift from past traditions, particularly after the scandal that led to Fergie's exclusion from previous Christmas gatherings.

Despite Andrew being restricted from public engagements, the sanctity of family ties seems to have prevailed, allowing for this unique Christmas reunion.

The staff at Sandringham Estate are diligently preparing Wood Farm to accommodate the entire York family, signaling a departure from the past practices where Sarah was sidelined during the festive season.

Having spent the last 30 years celebrating Christmas in solitude, Sarah Ferguson may now partake in the customary gift exchange on Christmas Eve at Sandringham's White Room, provided she accepts the invitation.

The festive cheer is expected to extend to Christmas Day with a shared dinner and an elegant black-tie evening meal among the royals, including King Charles, Prince Andrew, and their extended family.

However, despite the festive spirit, it is noted by royal sources that Prince Andrew's return to public life remains unlikely, given his recent retreat from public engagements following his participation in the Australian reality show “I'm a Celebrity Jungle.”

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