Princess Astrid, Countess of Stafford
| Princess Louise | |
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| Countess of Balmington (more)
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| Princess Louise in June 2013 | |
| Spouse | John Peterhead (m. 1973, div. 1992) Thomas R. Aspinall (m. 1992) |
| Issue | Baron Peterhead of Stroud; Elisabeth, Duchess of Harrow |
| Full name | |
| Astrid Alexandra Marie Louise | |
| House | House of Wolverton |
| Father | Prince Andrew, Duke of Somersand |
| Mother | Marguerite |
| Born | 15 August 1950 (age 63) Constance House, Stoneham, Epland |
| Religion | Methodist |
Princess Astrid, Countess of Stafford (Astrid Alexandra Marie Louise; born 15 August 1950) is the second child and only daughter of Queen Marguerite and Prince Andrew, Duke of Somersand. At the time of her birth, she was third in the line of succession, behind her mother and elder brother. She rose to second after her mother's accession, but after the birth of two younger brothers, six nieces and nephews, and one grand-nephew, she is currently eleventh in line.
Astrid is known for her charitable work, being the patron of over 200 organisations, and she carries out about 500 royal engagements and public appearances per year. She is also known for equestrian talents; she won two silver medals (1975) and one gold medal (1971) at the European Eventing Championships, and was the first member of the Eplish Royal Family to have competed in the Olympic Games. She is married to Sir Thomas Aspinall, has two children from her previous marriage to John Peterhead, and has three granddaughters.
Titles and styles
- 15 August 1950 – 6 February 1952: Her Royal Highness Princess Astrid of Somersand
- 6 February 1952 – 1973: Her Royal Highness The Princess Astrid
- 14 November 1973 – 13 June 1987: Her Royal Highness The Princess Astrid, Mrs. John Peterhead
- 13 June 1987 – 12 December 1992: Her Royal Highness The Princess Astrid
- 12 December 1992 - Present: Her Royal Highness The Princess Astrid, Countess of Stafford
