Princess Anne finally arrived in Hampshire this week when she visited a sailing club in Warsash to open its new clubhouse.

The Princess Royal had been due to visit in June for the engagement at Warsash Sailing Club, but was forced to cancel after being admitted to hospital.

She had sustained minor injuries and a concussion when it is believed she was kicked by a horse.

Anne, the younger sister of King Charles III, was greeted by numerous dignitaries in Warsash on Tuesday as she kept her promise to rearrange the visit to open the new clubhouse.

They included the chairman of Hampshire County Council Keith Mans, Fareham Mayor Pal Hayre, Royal Yachting Association chair Sir Michael Arthur and Warsash Sailing Club Commodore Nigel Rennie.

Exactly 30 years ago, Princess Anne opened the Shore House building.

She met some of the club’s young sailors and their coaches.

READ MORE: Mum commissions stunning postbox toppers near SouthamptonPrincess Anne visiting Warsash Sailing Club (Image: Supplied) Commodore Nigel Rennie said: “Today it was an honour to welcome HRH, The Princess Royal to Warsash Sailing Club.

“Our youth section trains elite international sailors through the RYA pathway, but we are a club for all ages with a strong cruising and yacht racing programme.”

Councillor Pal Hayre, Mayor of Fareham said: “I feel very proud as Mayor of Fareham to welcome Her Royal Highness to Warsash.

“We are very fortunate to be living on the coast with such wonderful facilities for outdoor sport and leisure on our doorstep.”

Youngsters aged from six to 17, including members of the British Youth Sailing Team, proudly showed her the various boats they race in national, European and world championships. 

The Princess Royal also talked to volunteers, as well as committee members and trustees.

The highlight of the day, organisers said, was the official unveiling of a plaque to re-open the clubhouse, following renovation work.

Royal Yachting Association Chair Sir Michael Arthur, added: “This visit is a feather in the cap for Warsash Sailing Club, which is one of the most successful clubs in the country and an RYA training centre.

“It is wonderful to see the club investing in its future and providing a safe and welcoming environment for all the younger generations coming through.”