Best Vets in England

Park Hall Veterinary Clinic was established in 1978 by Margaret Wharmby (the website describes her as the practice principal). It’s set up for routine pet care (puppy vaccinations and boosters are specifically mentioned in reviews) as well as emergency on-call support, including bank holidays (reported by a dog owner who has used the service in urgent situations). Reviews also describe a calm, quiet clinic environment in a characterful converted building, alongside comments that the inside feels “professional” and “modern.” One recent review reports a serious negative experience at reception, alleging refused help (including a microchip scan) for a sick/injured stray cat—this conflicts with other reviews that describe reception as friendly and helpful.

Blackpool PDSA Pet Hospital is part of the PDSA charity network and is set up to provide free and low‑cost veterinary care to pets in need (with owners mentioning small donations/contributions). Recent reviews describe both routine and urgent care being handled quickly—examples include an appointment offered within an hour, and another case where owners were told to bring a dog in straight away for a wasp-sting reaction and then monitored on-site. Reviews also mention medical and surgical treatment being provided (including antibiotics for a cat and a “life saving surgery” with overnight care), and end‑of‑life support where owners say they were given time and clear explanations and weren’t rushed.

Portsmouth PDSA Pet Hospital is part of PDSA (a charity) and, based on its website, focuses on free and low‑cost veterinary care for pets in need. Structured clinic data also lists it as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility and offering emergency veterinary services. Recent reviews most often describe urgent/emergency help for very unwell pets, including cases where pets were seen quickly and where staff either saved a cat’s life or provided end‑of‑life support and explanations when a pet couldn’t be saved. A minority of feedback conflicts with this, describing repeated visits for an ongoing problem and feeling “fobbed off” unless the pet was critically ill.

Colne Valley Veterinary Practice is an RCVS-accredited clinic that’s been providing pet care for 70+ years (per its website). Reviews describe a practice that handles both routine appointments and urgent situations: owners mention on-time consultations with clear explanations of what will be done, and a case where a vet recognised a blocked bladder immediately, drained it, stabilised the pet, and arranged transfer to a specialist the same day. Reviewers also name multiple vets they’ve stayed with “over the years,” suggesting continuity of care, and one review describes staff going “above and beyond” when a missing cat was dropped off.

Willows Veterinary Services Limited describes itself as a specialist-led small animal referral centre and hospital, offering specialist referral care alongside emergency and critical care, plus a general practice service. Ownership/group status isn’t stated in the information provided. Recent reviews repeatedly mention frequent updates during inpatient stays (including daily calls from the neurology team) and dogs recovering calmly after surgery, alongside prompt out-of-hours treatment and clear explanations of what was happening. Concrete specifics supported by the sources: - Specialist referral care and a dedicated emergency & critical care service (website summary). - Neurology cases and post-operative care are explicitly mentioned in reviews (daily phone calls; anxious dog “emerged from surgery really well and calm”). - Inpatient care over multiple days with regular updates to owners (review mentions a 2‑day stay with “well updated” communication). - Listed as a Gold level Cat Friendly Clinic (website summary).

Sunbeam Veterinary Hospital is the anchor hospital in the Sunbeam Veterinary Group (a group of 3 clinics plus this hospital) and offers both first-opinion and second-opinion care, including referrals. The website highlights advanced on-site facilities (CT scanner, 3 surgical theatres, separate cat/dog waiting areas and wards, and a hydrotherapy suite) and a 24-hour emergency service with a night vet team. Recent reviews strongly emphasise urgent/emergency care being available and fast (including a French bulldog treated for a suffocation-type emergency with a successful operation), but there are also repeated complaints from some owners about being misled or not given a serious diagnosis until seeking a second opinion, and one account of poor reception handling immediately after a euthanasia appointment.

Heath & Reach Veterinary Surgery describes itself as a small-animal practice for dogs, cats, and small mammals. Recent reviews suggest it’s commonly used for ongoing medical management (one owner mentions repeat visits for a chronically ill cat for “top ups” of antibiotics and steroids) as well as general consultations (for example, discussing a cat’s skin allergy). Experiences are mixed: many reviewers describe helpful advice and trust in a named vet (Hannah), while two recent 1‑star reviews allege poor communication and a misdiagnosis during a pandemic-era outdoor exam. Concrete specifics owners mention include: - Repeat medication visits for a chronically ill cat (antibiotics and steroids mentioned). - A consultation focused on a cat’s skin allergy and care plan discussion. - Handling large/intimidating dogs (Cane Corso mentioned) with a vet named Hannah. - A complaint about being charged £52 for a visit related to a cryptorchid enquiry, followed by the owner saying the procedure wasn’t offered there.

Companion Care (Norwich) Ltd operates as a Vets4Pets practice; the website describes it as a locally owned practice with modern facilities. Based on the services listed, it appears set up for both routine care and more involved work (including orthopaedic and soft-tissue surgery, dentistry with dental X‑ray, and in‑house diagnostics). From the latest reviews, owners most often highlight: being seen quickly for urgent problems (one dog hit by a car was assessed promptly and found to have bruising/scratches), support around euthanasia and loss (including a sympathy card afterwards), and ongoing help with weight management milestones. One reviewer, however, describes being repeatedly unable to get an appointment due to a same‑day, phone‑in booking system with no advance bookings.

Medivet 24 Hour Watford is part of the Medivet group and is set up for round-the-clock care, including overnight hospitalisation and intensive care. The clinic lists in-house diagnostics (lab tests, X‑rays, ultrasound, ECG) and more advanced procedures such as endoscopy, keyhole surgery and an orthopaedic theatre. From the latest reviews, owners frequently mention staff taking time with nervous pets and explaining treatment clearly (including updates while pets stayed overnight). A minority of recent reviews report serious concerns about costs and outcomes—one describes paying around £1,000 for an overnight stay with no clear diagnosis, and another describes a distressing experience around aftercare following euthanasia.

Rosehill Veterinary Clinic offers general practice care with in-house diagnostics and surgery, and it’s also a veterinary nurse training facility. The clinic website lists consultations, dentistry, imaging (radiography and ultrasound), ECG, laboratory testing, and surgical procedures; it also states that specialist/referral and out-of-hours consultations are not included. From the latest reviews, owners often describe careful handling of anxious pets (including giving extra space away from other dogs, and not forcing an exam) and clear explanation of options during investigations, while one recent review raises concerns about appointment delays and “expensive meds and consultation fees.”