Princess Anne reached a personal milestone on Thursday as she celebrated 32 years of marriage to Vice Admiral Sir Tim Lawrence. However, in true princess royal fashion, the day was business as usual for the tireless royal.
While many might choose to take the occasion off, the King’s sister dedicated her birthday to public service, carrying out a packed schedule of engagements in Norfolk and Suffolk.
His day began with a tour of the science, food, and health research facility at the Quadram Institute in Norfolk.
The state-of-the-art facility, renowned for its innovative work in food and health sciences, welcomed Princess Anne as she engaged with researchers and learned about their latest breakthroughs.
Even on a day of personal celebration, the Princess Royal demonstrated her unwavering commitment to duty, embodying the essence of her royal role.
Arriving at the Quadrum Institute in Norfolk, the Princess Royal looked sophisticated in a chocolate brown coat, patterned scarf and knee-high boots.
During her visit to the state-of-the-art research facility at Norwich Research Park, she donned a lab coat to engage with researchers tackling the global challenges of human health, food and disease.
Anne met 60 staff members and students, highlighting the importance of their innovative work. His visit highlighted the vital collaboration between researchers, academics and NHS clinicians fostered by the Institute.
The Princess then traveled to Newmarket Racecourse for the Beneficiaries Christmas Luncheon at the Rowley Mile, an event organized by Racing Welfare, where she serves as President. As a former horse rider, Anne’s attendance reflects her deep connection to the racing community.