David Beckham has revealed his unusual favourite childhood meal as he had tea with rarely-seen mum Sandra – but can you guess what it was?

The football legend, 47, beamed as he prepared to devour the famous British plate – lovingly prepared by his mum.

David teased fans about his favourite childhood mealCredit: instagram

David Beckham’s mum Sandra cooked his favourite childhood meal for himCredit: Instagram

He’s used to the world’s finest restaurants, but even David knows, nothing could beat a home-cooked meal from his mum.

The former England captain, in a white top, looked over the moon as he prepared to tuck into his favourite nosh.

Sandra, wearing a blue shirt, looked pleased with the spread she had prepared.

A grateful Becks took a selfie before he tucked in and told fans: “can’t’ beat dinner with mum. Gammon, chips , pineapple, fried egg, coleslaw & mushy peas.”

David was treated to the full works.

He added: “Favorite as a kid thanks mum followed by a jam doughnut and a cup of tea. ”

Then teasing his little sister Joanne, he added: “Sorry @jo_jo_beckham_ the 👑 was home for dinner @sandra_beckham49.”

Meanwhile David, who caught up with his mum and dad on his 47th birthday last fortmnight, also gave fans a glimpse inside his and Victoria’s £6m farmhouse in the Cotswolds and their huge dining room.

He was treated to a fabulous family party to celebrate his 47th birthday with cocktails and a giant superyacht cake.

David – whose birthday was on 2 May – shared sweet pictures with his fans from his plush birthday celebrations.

He was over the moon as he was joined by his mum Sandra and his sister Joanne for the family celebrations.

David’s dad Ted beamed as he joined the celebrations and they enjoyed cocktails and white wine.

The star was joined by his wife Victoria, 48, who looked stunning in a halter-neck peplum dress.

Their daughter Harper, 10, looked sweet in a Peppa Pig onesie as she partied with her dad and big brother Cruz, 17, who sang and danced with his dad in their sprawling front room.

David gave fans a glimpse inside his Cotswold’s pad with his family