Harriet Phillips says Anne’s wedding gesture made day special

Harriet Phillips said Princess Anne’s decision to let her and Peter Phillips hold their wedding reception at Gatcombe made the start of their marriage especially meaningful, describing the offer as “incredibly generous” in an interview published this week. The couple married at All Saints Church in Kemble, Gloucestershire, on June 6, 2026, before celebrating at Gatcombe Park, where Peter grew up. Harriet said it was special to hold the reception at a place with a personal connection to her husband. The estate is Princess Anne’s home. Harriet also recalled meeting Anne for the first time in the garden at Gatcombe. They sat on benches and drank tea, she said, describing the meeting as relaxed and pleasant. Harriet said Anne sets an example through her work ethic, attention to local charities and interests, and described her as loyal and well respected in the family. In the same interview, Harriet reflected on raising her 14-year-old daughter, Georgina, as a single mother. She said the experience had been painful at times, but that she and her daughter had support from people who loved them. Harriet described Georgina as serene and emotionally mature. Peter has two daughters,...