Princess thanks King Charles for venue as she marks milestone with charity event
Princess Anne has once again demonstrated her unwavering commitment to duty by choosing to celebrate her upcoming 75th birthday not with a lavish royal party, but by bringing together those working in the charitable sector.
Last Thursday, the Princess Royal hosted more than 200 representatives from 111 of her patronages at Buckingham Palace. She made a point of thanking her brother, King Charles, for allowing her to use the royal residence for the occasion.
The Palace shared a statement following the event, noting that discussions centred on key issues facing the sector, including public trust in charities and the opportunities and risks presented by emerging technologies.
Known for her no-nonsense approach and tireless dedication, Anne spent over two hours meeting with guests and expressing her gratitude for their work. “I’m not here because this was my choice,” she told attendees. “You very kindly asked me to become patron of your organisations, so it’s an honour for me to have all of you here.”
The gathering concluded with a private reception in the Picture Gallery, accompanied by music from the Scottish Fiddle Orchestra — one of Anne’s many patronages.
A Palace source captured the spirit of the day, saying: “She didn’t want to do anything for her birthday but bring her charities together.”
