Best Vets in England

Vets 1 Group runs a multi-site veterinary service (a hospital plus a separate practice) and advertises 24/7 emergency availability. The clinic presents itself as well equipped for diagnostics and procedures, with imaging, orthopaedics and dental care listed on its site, including a bespoke dental theatre with X‑ray and “state of the art technology.” Reviews repeatedly mention being seen at short notice for urgent issues (including on a Sunday), clear explanations from vets, and at least one detailed second-opinion case where a dog initially thought to have multiple severe conditions was instead treated with surgery to remove an appendix.

Community Pet Clinic’s website and the latest reviews describe a specialist-led veterinary referral hospital (Northwest Veterinary Specialists) rather than a routine first-opinion clinic. It’s set up for complex diagnostics and specialist procedures, with on-site MRI, dedicated diagnostic imaging, operating theatres and recovery areas, and it states it provides care 365 days a year. In reviews, owners repeatedly mention clear explanations of tests and procedures, being kept updated while pets are in hospital (including phone calls “when they said they would” and even photos during a stay), and support during stressful handovers (including reception staff offering a hug and a hot drink). A smaller but recurring concern is admin/follow-up delays for post-op check-ups or written reports.

The Neighbourhood Vet is an RCVS-registered practice and is accredited as a Cat Friendly Clinic. It also states it is a veterinary nurse training facility. Based on recent owner accounts, the clinic is set up for both routine care and more involved cases: reviews mention supporting a rescue cat with complex health issues over years, a dog spay with aftercare check-ins, and a Sunday visit for a very unwell cat where the vet provided a careful assessment and reassurance. Several reviewers also describe follow-ups/check-ins after treatment and clear explanations from staff.

Aireworth Vets provides routine and emergency veterinary care for both pets and horses, and has been operating since 1877. The practice is accredited under the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme and states it offers services in-house at a modern site. For horses, it states it is open 24/7 for equine clients. From the latest reviews, owners frequently mention: - Short waits and efficient reception. - Handling nervous or sensory-impaired dogs using a named “Happy Hound Training” approach with a veterinary nurse, resulting in a dog becoming comfortable attending. - Practical support around costs, including mention of a monthly payment plan for basic annual care.

Corner House Vets offers care for cats, dogs, and small pets (including rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, and hamsters), with on-site X‑ray/ultrasound and an in-house lab for blood screening/testing. The practice is also listed as an RCVS Cat Friendly Clinic, and is noted as a veterinary nurse training facility. The website mentions emergency care, but doesn’t give specific details about how it operates. Recent reviews show a clear split: many describe friendly staff, clear explanations, and fast follow-up (including one case where an unwell dog was seen quickly and reviewed again two days later), while a minority report very high quotes for diagnostics/treatment and feel pressured toward expensive testing or given inconsistent diagnoses across different vets.

The Norwood Veterinary Practice LLP is a veterinary practice that, based on its website, offers round-the-clock availability (“24 hours a day, every day of the year”). Recent reviews describe both routine and complex care, including a dog spay with proactive consent checks during the operation, and emergency major surgery with follow-up check-ups afterwards. Owners also mention vets taking time to let nervous dogs settle in the consult room before examination, and staff keeping them updated during procedures and emergencies.

Heathside Veterinary Surgery offers routine and advanced in-house diagnostics and procedures (including radiography, ECG, endoscopy, and laparoscopic spays) and states it provides 24-hour emergency cover, 365 days a year. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention vets taking time to explain options (including treatment prices), fitting people in when appointment mistakes happen, and small touches like providing a certificate. Practical details noted include separate areas for cats/small animals and dogs, and staff assistance with a ramp due to awkward access.

Lanes Vets Ltd is a veterinary practice that states it offers 24/7 (or extended-hours) emergency care and is a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews repeatedly describe being able to get seen quickly (including an owner who says they were seen immediately via the emergency service) and give concrete examples of hands-on care such as a stuck branch being removed from a puppy’s mouth within minutes by nursing staff. Owners also mention clear, thorough examinations and explanations, and a detailed account of end-of-life support, including staff coming out to the car for euthanasia so the pet could be held by their family. (Ownership/group: no corporate group is stated in the information provided.)

Watkins & Tasker Vets is a veterinary practice that offers emergency veterinary services and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews, owners most often describe smooth, practical care experiences: being seen the same day when an appointment was mistakenly booked at a different branch, receiving WhatsApp photo updates during a “small operation,” and getting a voucher for a free check-up 6 months after a booster appointment. Reviews also mention care for a rabbit recovering over time and rehabilitation-style treatment (hydrotherapy with gait analysis) following a suspected CCL injury, with the owner crediting the sessions with avoiding surgery.

Chalkland Vets (listed here as Community Pet Clinic) is an independent companion-animal practice for dogs, cats and rabbits, with online appointment booking, pet registration, a home-visit service, and a Healthcare Club membership option on its website. Recent reviews repeatedly mention efficient routine care (including vaccinations and health checks) and supportive handling of difficult appointments: one owner describes being seen straight away without an appointment for an elderly dog and being given clear choices about further tests versus euthanasia. Another review highlights vets sharing information and discussing options so owners can make informed decisions.