The Prince and Princess of Wales have shared a brand new image of Prince Louis in celebration of his seventh birthday today. The photograph, which captures young Louis grinning on a tree trunk with a missing front tooth, was unveiled on the couple's social media channels. Alongside the photo, the caption read: "Wishing Prince Louis a very Happy 7th Birthday!" complete with a birthday cake emoji. The joyful image was snapped earlier this month in Norfolk by Josh Shinner, who has previously photographed the family. The Royal Family's social media also featured the photo, accompanied by the greeting: "Happy Birthday to Prince Louis" and decorated with a heart and party emoji. This latest glimpse of the prince arrives as he, along with older siblings Prince George and Princess Charlotte, wrap up the Easter holidays before they head back to Lambrook School for the summer term. Opting out of the usual Royal Easter celebrations at Windsor Castle, the Wales family chose quality time at their Norfolk homestead. Nevertheless, the family did attend an Easter Sunday service in Sandringham, where Kate's parents, Carole and Michael Middleton, joined them. Successfully steering clear of the public outside the church, the family participated in the service and received hot cross buns as they left, reports the Mirror . Prince Louis, who tends to grow up out of the limelight, was last seen by the public on Christmas Day as the Royals attended their customary church walk on King Charles ' Sandringham Estate, where he was spotted receiving presents from well-wishers. His previous birthday occurred just weeks after his mother, Kate, shared news of her cancer diagnosis, resulting in fewer public engagements for the young prince over the last year. Nevertheless, Louis featured in a heartfelt video personally published by his mother to mark the end of her chemotherapy in September and was also present at Westminster Abbey for his mother's Christmas Carol Concert held in December. The young prince seems to be developing sophisticated interests, with his father William disclosing last year that Louis has taken a keen interest in cricket. His enthusiasm extends to rugby too with Kate once mentioning, "Louis is kamikaze, we're worrying about when he gets older, he'll be in the middle of everything." He has also showcased his artistic flair, snapping a picture of his mother that was showcased on World Cancer Day in February. As devoted parents and passionate advocates for mental health, both Kate and William are undoubtedly eager to protect their children from the potential dangers of social media. Jennie Bond, former BBC Royal correspondent said: "Like any parents these days, William and Catherine have a challenge on their hands trying to monitor and control their children's access to social media at too early an age. "But they have made their welfare an absolute priority – and that very much includes allowing them to talk about their feelings and problems. George, Charlotte and Louis couldn't have parents who are more in touch with issues surrounding mental health." The youngest child of William and Kate, who is fourth in line to the throne, was born on St George's Day, April 23, 2018, at the private Lindo Wing of St Mary's Hospital in Paddington, London, weighing 8lb 7oz. He was christened Louis Arthur Charles at 11 weeks old by the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby at the Chapel Royal, St James' Palace in front of friends and family.