Anne was rushed to hospital and spent five nights there after suffering a concussion and minor injuries following the incident on her Gloucestershire estate.

Princess Anne opened up on a royal tour of South Africa about what her accident last June at her Gatcombe Park estate taught her, whether she’ll be retiring anytime soon and if she’s suffered any long-term effects following a concussion and five day hospital stay.

Tough as old boots Princess Anne has revealed she has no recollection of the terrifying incident that led to her being knocked out by a horse last year, and said the experience has made her realize that “every day is a bonus.

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,