Prince William makes delightful announcement about family

Prince William has delighted fans as he shared exciting update about Princess Kate and their children ahead of Christmas.

The Prince of Wales has finally revealed where he and his family will be spending Christmas day, but admits he's 'not remotely prepared for it.'

He also shared a glimpse into his Christmas Day plans, revealing that he will join 45 family members for Christmas lunch this year—hinting at a full and festive table for King Charles’ traditional gathering at Sandringham, according to the Daily Mail's Rebecca English.

It was revealed when brought festive cheer and handed out Christmas presents to children and families at a party for 1st Battalion Mercian Regiment in Wiltshire.

When it was cheekily mentioned that he was off to spend Christmas in a 'field full of ewes', William replied: 'So he has quite a fun Christmas! Oh good luck to him.'

Inside the sergeant's mess he chatted ten tables of servicemen and women and their children, joking that it was like speed dating.

Prince William spread festive cheer today as he gave out presents to children of soldiers at Picton Barracks

In one sweet moment, William thanked young children for giving him Christmas cards - before one young boy offered him a Santa hat.

Asked about his Royal Family Christmas plans, he revealed hopes for long walks with the family dog as they spend the festive period in Norfolk.

He said: 'Am I ready for Christmas? No, no way am I ready.'

But he told another table he was looking forward to Christmas with 45 members of his family 'all in one room' but 'normally spread out' - suggesting it will be a full family gathering with the King at Sandringham in Norfolk this year.