Horses have always played a central role in British royal life. From official ceremonies to personal hobbies, members of the royal family have maintained a deep connection with equestrian traditions.
Queen Elizabeth II was known for her love of horses, and her daughter, Princess Anne, followed the same path.
A skilled rider, she even competed in the Olympics. The risks that come with this passion are well known, and injuries are not uncommon.
Last year, Princess Anne was hospitalized after an accident on her estate in Gloucestershire.
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She suffered a concussion and minor injuries, which led to a brief withdrawal from royal duties.
Reports suggested that a horse was involved, though exact details remained uncertain, according to Digi24.
Emergency services transported her to a hospital in Bristol, where she spent five days under medical care.
Now, months later, Princess Anne has spoken publicly about the incident. She revealed that she has no memory of what happened.
She recalled heading out on her usual walk to check on her chickens, but beyond that, she could not recall anything about the event.
She expressed some confusion about why she was even in the field at the time, as she did not typically take that route.
Medical experts who treated her said that her injuries were consistent with an impact from a horse’s head or legs.
This explanation made sense given the setting, but without her own recollection, the exact circumstances remain unclear.
During her recovery, Princess Anne had to step back from several planned engagements. She missed a scheduled trip to Canada as well as a state visit by Japanese officials to the United Kingdom.
After some time away, she resumed her public appearances without any lasting effects from the accident.
Reflecting on the experience, she described herself as lucky and acknowledged how unpredictable life can be.
She mentioned that the incident reminded her to appreciate each day, a perspective she has carried forward.
When asked about retirement, she dismissed the idea, stating that it was not an option she considered.
Now fully recovered, she continues her royal duties as one of the most active members of the family.
