Princess Anne was at the Royal Veterinary College yesterday when she officially opened the institution’s new Student Learning Center at the Hawkshead Campus in Hertfordshire.
The three-story facility promises to shape the next generation of veterinary and biomedical science leaders.
During her tour, The Princess Royal explored the centre’s impressive range of facilities, including modern research laboratories, student laboratories, interactive teaching rooms and a 400-seat lecture hall designed to inspire both study and collaboration.
“It is remarkable to see how these facilities are advancing the science of tomorrow,” she noted as she engaged with the staff and students shaping the future of veterinary care.
A reception celebrated the grand opening, with The Princess Royal unveiling a plaque to mark the occasion and celebrating the contributions of donors, councilors and university partners whose support brought the project to life.
Notable attendees included Mr Robert Voss, Professor David Latchman, Nicholas Buxton, Lord Ajay Kakkar, Baroness Young of Old Scone and Professor Christianne Glossop.



