Prince William and Princess Kate, the Princess of Wales, released their traditional family photo ahead of the festive season.

The black and white photo was featured on the family's Christmas card, and was take at the family's residence in Windsor.

The photo depicts William and Kate with their three children, Prince George (10), Princess Charlotte (8) and Prince Louis (5).

The family have released a photo each year since 2015. This year's picture was taken by John Shinner, Kensington Palace said.

Last year's picture was taken at their country home in Norfolk:

2021 saw them holidaying in Jordan: