Princess Anne has commenced her first public engagement since suffering concussion in a horse-related accident, where she was admitted to hospital for five nights.The 73-year-old Royal is believed to have been stuck by a horse during the incident last month, on June 23, whilst out walking.It is understood the visit to the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) National Championships at Hartpury University and Hartpury College in Gloucestershire is the first step in a phased return to public duties as Anne recovers from concussion.The association is celebrating its 55th anniversary this year and the princess has a long involvement with the organisation.
Anne became patron in 1971 and president in 1986.On arrival, the senior royal was met by the association’s chairwoman Helena Vega Lozano and chief executive Michael Bishop.
Anne will join supporters in the arena before presenting awards and meeting winners.Mr Bishop said: “We are honoured to welcome the Princess Royal to our flagship event the RDA National Championships, at which we are celebrating our 55th anniversary and delighted that she has chosen to join us as she returns to royal duties.“As our president, the princess holds a very special place in the hearts of the entire RDA community and has helped us celebrate many significant milestones and provided invaluable support for over five decades.” Join the Daily Record' s WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Since the incident last month, the princess has been recovering at her Gatcombe Park home in Gloucestershire and has been following standard concussion protocols.Anne’s medical team said her head injuries were consistent with a potential impact from a
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