Princess Anne

Princess Anne speaks with local officials outside the National Glass Centre during her 2016 visit.

Why Princess Anne was 'amazed' during a 2016 visit to Sunderland

This young lad looked like he was enjoying every minute of the big day in Sunderland 33 years ago.

The royal visit packed the streets of Pennywell 33 years ago

It was an honour - Colmans fish & chips get Royal seal of approval

Brendan Tapping with his OBE.

Education is the key - academy trust chief after receiving OBE

Kate Middleton's favourite perfume would make the perfect Mother's Day gift

Mother's Day gift ideas: Perfumes worn by the Royal Family

Leo Smith who was still holding his own on the football pitch, aged 76 in 2000.

76 and still a star on the football pitch

Look at the fun these youngsters had on the day late-night shopping came to The Galleries.

When late-night shopping arrived at The Galleries in Washington

A rare chance to enjoy a whole day of films about Washington's past.

Washington on film: A whole day of rare films on the way

Cpt Ian Macnaught at home in Washington

Royal honour for Washington man who captained the QE2

Nick Oldridge

Going Green: Countryfile presenter Tom Heap on saving the planet

Princess Anne unveiling a plaque to mark her visit to Power Roll.

Princess Anne visits staff at pioneering solar energy company

Princess arrives by helicopter for secret visit

Princess Anne who was described as a 'canny lass' by the people of Washington who chatted to her in 1974.

Remembering when 'canny lass' Princess Anne opened The Galleries

Big Help Out: Prince Louis joins Prince George and Princess Charlotte for day of volunteering for coronation

Breaking Big Help Out: Royal youngsters join day of volunteering for coronation

Britain's Prince Andrew, Duke of York, attends a ceremony commemorating the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Bruges on September 7, 2019 in Bruges. (Photo by JOHN THYS / AFP) (Photo by JOHN THYS/AFP via Getty Images)

Prince Andrew attends pre-coronation meal for brother King Charles

Buckingham Palace

List of coronation guests taking part in ceremonial roles released
The coronation is upon us - here is a full list of guests taking part in ceremonial roles for the coronation of King Charles.
Sam Johnson

Princess Anne, Princess Royal

Princess Anne: becoming King ‘won’t change’ Charles

Princess Anne

Princess Anne given prestigious role in King Charles coronation

Princess Anne wears lucky brooch ahead of King’s coronation

Faces from 1993; tell us if you were there on the day Princess Anne came to Pennywell.

30 years since a Princess came to Pennywell - here's a reminder

Plans are in place for the roles of members of The Royal Family for King Charles III’s coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey - Credit: Getty Images

Roles that The Royal Family will have during King Charles coronation

King Charles may award Princess Charlotte unique Royal title

Ant and Dec speculated how Mike’s wife Zara would react to the former rugby player wearing his swimming gear

Mike Tindall recalls when he split trousers in front of Princess Anne

Why Eastenders is not on TV tonight

Who is King Charles III’s youngest brother Prince Edward?

The Queen at Ascot - her favourite horse race meeting

Facts and figures about the Queen's love of horse racing - and the Grand Nationa...

Rob Lawson received his OBE in a presentation at Windsor Castle

Former Echo editor Rob Lawson receives OBE from Princess Anne
A former Sunderland Echo editor has been honoured for his services to education.
Kevin Clark

Memories of 1993. See if there is a scene that you remember.

All this happened on Wearside in 1993

Brendan Foster is made a Knight Bachelor by the Princess Royal during an Investiture Ceremony at Windsor Castle. Picture date: Wednesday November 17, 2021. PA Photo. See PA story ROYAL Investiture . Photo credit should read: Aaron Chown/PA Wire

Brendan Foster knighted by fellow Olympian Princess Anne

Clare Graham and her husband Dave Graham with the Queen's Medal for Long Service and Good Conduct

See why this Sunderland ambulance worker was awarded a Queen's medal

Is there an Ashbrooke scene that you remember?

Back to Ashbrooke in times gone by

Princess Anne and the Duke of Edinburgh. Picture: PA.

Princess Anne pays tribute to Prince Philip

There were lots of highlights and special visits to Sunderland in 1993. Take a look and find out more.

All this happened on Wearside in 1993

’Allo Vera: why Blyth spirit moved us to TV ’tec beat!

The Spirit Of The Tyne is marking its 10th anniversary.

Shields ferry celebrates 10th birthday

HRH Princess Royal official opening of East Durham College, Houghall Campus.

Princess Anne officially opens new college redevelopment

Princess Anne addresses the audience at today's reception at the National Glass Centre

Princess Anne urges Sunderland to make the most of hosting the Tall Ships races ...

Princess Anne visited the Washington riding centre she opened in 1977.

Royal return as Princess Anne visits Wearside riding centre - almost 40 years si...

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