Princess Eugenie releases statement after hospital visit

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Ed Griffiths

By Ed Griffiths


Published: 03/12/2024

- 16:20

The Princess of York is a keen philanthropist and supports several charitable organisations

Princess Eugenie released a statement on her social media after visiting a Hospital Rooms project aimed at supporting mental health.

The Princess of York, 34, said the “incredible project” was “truly incredible to see”.


The collection of five photo’s showed various colourful artwork displayed around Springfield University Hospital.

She wrote: “It was an absolute pleasure to visit another incredible project championed by @_hospitalrooms at Springfield Hospital @swlstg last week.

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Princess Eugenie released a statement on her social media after visiting a Hospital Rooms project

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Eugenie added: “Hospital Rooms brings creativity, colour and kindness to mental health hospitals and as an avid art lover, it was truly incredible to see.

“During my visit @_hospitalrooms shared their inspiring art programme and I was fortunate enough to meet the amazing teams and patients on Bluebell Ward and at Springfield Hospital. #hospitalrooms.

Springfield University Hospital, which is a psychiatric facility in Tooting, serves as the headquarters of the Southwest London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust.

Hospital Rooms, which commissions artworks for NHS mental health inpatient units across the UK, was founded by artist Tim A Shaw and curator Niamh White.

The youngest daughter of Sarah Feguson, a keen philanthropist, supports several charitable organisations such as Tate Modern and The Serpentine.

She holds various Ambassador and Patron roles including Blue Marine Foundation, Teenage Cancer Trust, the European School of Osteopathy, and the Elephant Family

Royal enthusiasts were keen to point out similarities between the 34-year-old and her mother.

One fan said: “Really nice to Eugenie and Beatrice so involved in charitable work they are just like their mum.”

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The Princess of York has a close relationship with her mother, Sarah Ferguson

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Praising Eugenie’s work, another fan said: “More hospitals need this! Make it light and bright to help!”

A third added: “They have transformed Springfield Hospital.”

The Princess of York has a close relationship with Fergie, with the royal posting a heartfelt message wishing the 65-year-old a “Happy birthday to my beautiful mumma” in October.

She added: “So proud of the Grannie you are, the mum you are and the woman you are. You're an inspiration and our endless chats bring me so much happiness and incredible support.”

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