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King Charles scripts a new chapter in first Christmas speech

King Charles Christmas message from former hospital Chapel

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December 23, 2024
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        King Charles has swapped the palace for a pew this Christmas, recording his festive speech in a surprising and poignant location—a former hospital chapel. 

        In a break from royal tradition, this year’s message will come from the Fitzrovia Chapel in central London, once the spiritual heart of the now-closed Middlesex Hospital.

        This shift marks the first time in over a decade that the Christmas Day broadcast has stepped away from the grandeur of a royal palace or estate. 

        The choice of location carries added significance, as the King himself has faced a personal health battle with cancer this year.

        According to The Telegraph, the historic chapel offers a unique backdrop for King Charles’s message of resilience and hope.

        Known for its ornate 19th-century design, the chapel now serves as a hub for exhibitions and events, welcoming people of all faiths and none.

        The King’s choice reflects not only his personal health journey—following a cancer diagnosis earlier this year—but also his deep respect for healthcare workers and medical research. 

        Renovated and reopened in 2016, the chapel stands as a tribute to those who dedicate their lives to healing.

        This year’s Christmas speech, pre-recorded earlier this month, will air on GB News at 3 p.m. on Christmas Day. 

        It also underscores the King’s commitment to bridging divides across beliefs and backgrounds, a cause close to his heart.

        Despite ongoing cancer treatment, the monarch is showing resilience, with plans for a packed 2025 schedule, including overseas trips.