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15th December 2018
11:35am GMT

"Imagine Downton, but ramp it up. Sandringham is Downton Abbey on speed," he told The Daily Mail.
"It's the most intense period of the year, I've been there for so many Christmases, this house is occupied by some of the biggest personalities and egos in the country."
Many in the family use the festive break as a chance to get the Queen one-on-one and he reckons that's what Meghan should do.
"It's what I said to Diana when she first came into the family, try to get airtime with the Queen, speak into her ear.
"That's the time Meghan should grasp, don't be talking dresses and jewels with other royals, head for the Queen.
"The Queen is the most humble, approachable and kind person you'll ever meet, she's a great listener, nothing will shock her, she's heard everything, and you can tell her everything, and it will be safe."
Paul ended his time with the royal family in 1997 after Diana's death and now runs his own floristry business.Explore more on these topics: