Princess Anne’s doting husband Sir Tim Lawrence brings his wife lunch as she recovers from ‘minor…

Princess Anne’s doting husband Sir Tim Lawrence brings his wife lunch as she recovers from ‘minor head injuries’ after suspected horse incident Princess Royal, 73, reportedly can’t remember how she sustained her injuries Read More: Former Palace press secretary opens up about Diana’s 5am crisis on the day bombshell Andrew Morton book was released – and the advice he gave By Rebecca English and Lydia Hawken For Mailonline Published: 12:45 BST, 25 June 2024 | Updated: 12:49 BST, 25 June 2024 e-mail 1 View comments Sir Timothy Laurence was every inch the doting husband as he was pictured bringing Princess Anne lunch in hospital as she continues her treatment for ‘minor head injuries’ following a suspected horse incident. The Princess Royal, 73, suffered minor head injuries on Saturday when she was walking on her Gatcombe Park estate in Gloucestershire and was taken to Southmead Hospital in Bristol. Due to the injuries she sustained, the royal reportedly is unable to recall exactly what happened – but is believed to have been struck on the head by a horse. Buckingham Palace said in a statement yesterday that Princess is conscious and is set to remain in hospital until later this week as a ‘precautionary measure’. Sir Timothy Laurence – who is Anne’s husband of 32 years – was dressed smartly in some. beige trousers, blue checked shirt and navy blazer as he arrived at the hospital. Pictured: Princess Anne’s husband Sir Timothy Laurence seen arriving at Southmead Hospital in Bristol this afternoon After parking up, Sir Laurence was pictured walking through the hospital’s main entrance carrying a blue bag containing their lunch. Following the accident, an air ambulance was called to Gatcombe Park and Princess Anne received treatment on the scene. Sir Timothy later accompanied Princess Anne to hospital. The mother-of-two’s engagements have been cancelled, including a visit to Canada this Thursday, However, the royal is said to be conscious and comfortable and is expected to make a ‘full and swift recovery’. Horses were nearby at the time of the accident and her medical team say her wounds are consistent with a ‘potential impact’ from being headbutted or kicked by an animal or animals. As a result, Buckingham Palace officials have concluded a ‘best working assumption’ of how Anne’s injuries were sustained. It is the major trauma centre for the region, a sign of how serious the incident was treated. Her accident is the latest health concern to affect the Royal Family, following the King and Princess of Wales’ cancer diagnoses. Already one of the hardest-working royals, even into her 70s, she has lately played an even more significant role. Pictured: Sir Timothy Laurence seen driving into the hospital car park. Princess Anne’s husband accompanied her to the hospital on Saturday After parking up, Sir Laurence was pictured walking through the hospital’s main entrance carrying a blue bag The couple – who have been married for 32 years – attended Royal Ascot with Lady Sarah Chatto last week A Buckingham Palace spokesman said: ‘The Princess Royal has sustained minor injuries and concussion following an incident on the Gatcombe Park estate yesterday evening. ‘Her Royal Highness remains in Southmead Hospital, Bristol, as a precautionary measure for observation and is expected to make a full and swift recovery. ‘The King has been kept closely informed and joins the whole Royal Family in sending his fondest love and well-wishes to the princess for a speedy recovery.’ An air ambulance was despatched but the decision was taken to transfer her to hospital by road. A list of Princess Anne’s cancelled engagements. Ailsa Anderson-Cole, Queen Elizabeth’s former press secretary who also worked with the Princess Royal, told the Mail: ‘She will be livid at not being able to fulfil her commitments… and loathes letting people down’ Gatcombe Park In Gloucestershire – Home Of Princess Anne. An air ambulance was called and she received treatment on the scene before being taken by road to hospital. Her husband Sir Tim Laurence accompanied her Locals said they saw the air ambulance land at around 9.15pm. One said: ‘I thought “oh my goodness, I hope it’s not Anne”.’ The King, Queen, Prince of Wales and Anne’s other siblings, the Duke of Edinburgh and the Duke of York, were all informed immediately. A spokesman also confirmed that, on doctors’ advice, Her Royal Highness’s engagements for the week ahead will be postponed. She had eight engagements across the country before she was due to leave for Canada on Thursday. ‘Her Royal Highness sends her apologies to any who may be inconvenienced or disappointed as a result,’ the palace said. Ailsa Anderson-Cole, Queen Elizabeth’s former press secretary who also worked with the Princess Royal, told the Mail: ‘She will be livid at not being able to fulfil her commitments… and loathes letting people down.’ RoyalsPrincess Anne Share or comment on this article: Princess Anne’s doting husband Sir Tim Lawrence brings his wife lunch as she recovers from ‘minor head injuries’ after suspected horse incident e-mail Add comment