Princess Anne dotes on granddaughter Mia Tindall at horse trials

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Princess Anne looked relaxed as she doted on 20-month-old Mia
The pair were watching Zara Phillips compete at the event, which was also attended by Mike Tindall
Trials are being held at the country residence of the Princess Royal in Gloucestershire

By Emily Chan For Mailonline

Published: 13:38 EST, 12 September 2015 | Updated: 18:29 EST, 12 September 2015

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It was a typically royal affair on the second day of the Gatcombe Horse Trials.

Princess Anne looked relaxed as she doted on granddaughter Mia Tindall at the event, where daughter Zara Phillips was competing.

But the 20-month-old appeared to be more interested in a dog than the equestrian pursuits of her mother.

Doting: Princess Anne looked relaxed as she spent some quality time with 20-month-old Mia Tindall today

Curious: Mother Zara Phillips was competing at the trials but the toddler seemed to be distracted by a cute dog

Father Mike Tindall, 36, was also at the Whatley Manor Trials held at Gatcombe Park, the country residence of the Princess Royal in Gloucestershire.

But Little Mia, who turned one in January, seemed to savour the company of her grandmother as she tottered about.

At one point, she clung tightly to the Princess Anne's leg in a clear sign of affection.

The Princess Royal was dressed down for the occasion in a flat cap, checked shirt and a gillet, while son-in-law Mike wore a t-shirt and tracksuit bottoms.

Meanwhile, baby Mia looked adorable in a printed jumper, jeans and boots.

It has been a busy weekend for the Princess Royal, who spent time with her other grandchildren Savannah and Isla Phillips yesterday.

Adorable: Little Mia, who turned one in January, clung tightly to the Princess Anne's leg in a sign of affection

A right handful: She was less well-behaved with father Mike Tindall, who looked suitably sporty for the event

True competitor: The 34-year-old Olympic show jumper has been taking part at the three-day autumn event

Peter Phillips and his wife Autumn were at the first day of the Gatcombe Horse Trials yesterday with their two daughters.

The family looked relaxed as they wandered around the stands set up around the park, before watching Zara compete.

The three-day autumn event is being held on the 730-acre estate, where the Tindalls also happen to live.

Small steps: Mia seemed to enjoy the company of her grandmother as she tottered about the park

Family time: The Princess Royal was dressed down for the occasion in a flat cap, checked shirt and a gillet

Earlier this month, Mike revealed that his 34-year-old wife has her eyes set on competing in the Rio Olympics next year with her horse High Kingdom.

Zara Phillips won a silver medal at the London 2012 Olympics, which was presented to her by her mother.

The three-day Autumn Whatley Manor Hotel event at Gatcombe attracts competitors from across the globe and includes dressage, show jumping and cross country.