Princess Anne Reflects on Life After Unexplained Horse Accident

The 74-year-old royal speaks candidly about her recovery, commitment to duty, and the perspective gained from a near-miss incident last summer.

Princess Anne suffered a concussion and head injuries in June 2024, believed to have been caused by an impact with a horse on her Gatcombe Park estate.
The Princess spent five days in the hospital and has no memory of the incident, which occurred while she was walking to visit her chickens.
Anne described the experience as a reminder of life's fragility, saying, 'Every day is a bonus,' and joked about the lack of lasting effects from the accident.
During a two-day visit to South Africa, she reaffirmed her dedication to royal duties, stating that retirement 'isn't really an option.'
The visit included laying a wreath at a memorial honoring non-combatant laborers from World War I, reflecting her ongoing commitment to public service.