The Princess Royal suffered an injury after being struck by a horse at her Gatcombe Park estate home in Gloucestershire. She was taken to Southmead Hospital in Bristol, where she is expected to stay for the week to recover from a concussion. Her daughter, Zara Tindall, visited her in the hospital, along with her husband, Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence. Princess Anne’s husband mentioned that she is doing well and receiving expert care from the medical team, and they are grateful for the support and kind messages they have received.
The palace released a statement confirming the incident and Princess Anne’s minor injuries and concussion. The King, along with the Royal Family, sent their well wishes for her speedy recovery. The Princess Royal is awake and conscious, but doctors have advised her not to fly, postponing her scheduled visit to Canada. She also missed the Japanese State Visit due to her condition. Buckingham Palace did not confirm if Princess Anne was alone during the incident or if she had a chaperone with her while walking on the estate.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Keir Starmer sent their best wishes to Princess Anne for a quick recovery. The hospital where she is receiving treatment will keep her under observation until her medical team advises otherwise. She will continue to be monitored to ensure she makes a full recovery. Zara Tindall, the Princess’s daughter, spent over an hour visiting her mother in the hospital and was seen leaving with a smile after her visit. The Princess Royal’s husband also visited her for nearly two hours and mentioned that she is recovering slowly but surely.
The incident with the horse marks a challenging time for the Princess Royal, who is a known equestrian enthusiast. The support from her family, especially her daughter and husband, during her hospitalization is crucial for her recovery. The medical team and hospital staff are providing expert care to ensure the Princess receives the necessary treatment for her injuries. The Royal Family’s well wishes and the support from the public have been greatly appreciated during this time. Princess Anne’s scheduled events and trips have been postponed until she is fully recovered and able to resume her royal duties.
