We get so used to seeing the royal family during their working engagements that it's hard to believe that away from the royal spotlight, they like to let their hair down and enjoy simple pastimes, just like us. Earlier this month, the Prince and Princess of Wales were seen arriving at King Charles ' royal residence in the Scottish Highlands with their children. Historically, the royals retire to Balmoral for the final weeks of the summer holidays to switch off, reconnect with nature, and relax before royal duties resume in September.

Before they flocked to Scotland, the Wales family soaked up some seaside air at Anmer Hall, their coastal Norfolk Home. It's here that onlookers have said they've seen Kate with Prince George , 11, Princess Charlotte , nine, and Prince Louis , six, tucking into fish and chips from a local beachside vendor. A holiday homeowner in Norfolk spoke to UK holiday provider, Parkdean Resorts , and revealed they had seen Kate and the children visiting Eric’s Fish and Chip Shop in Thornham, Norfolk.

They said: "I was amazed when I arrived at Eric’s in Thornham and spotted Kate and the kids. We've been regulars at Eric’s for a while, so it’s fantastic to see the word spreading about how great it is. It is now officially 'fit for a royal'!" The Princess of Wales isn't the only royal in the family to indulge in fish and chips from time to time.

Queen Camilla previously revealed the popular British takeaway is one of her favourite foods. "Freshly cooked.