Princess Anne praised for direct personality and low-key lifestyle

Princess Anne is noted for her direct and consistent personality, both in public and private. Former royal butler Grant Harrold observed that the Princess Royal’s no-nonsense, service-oriented communication style is a genuine reflection of her character rather than a public persona. Harrold described her as being “straight to the point” and possessing a blend of the duty associated with Queen Elizabeth II and the direct manner of Prince Philip.

In her personal life, the Princess maintains a low-key lifestyle at her Gatcombe Park estate in Gloucestershire. Local resident and TV personality Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen reported seeing her frequently using public transportation at the local Kemble train station. He noted that she often travels with military personnel and that her preference for the commuter train is a characteristic she shares with King Charles III.