Best Vets in England

The Queen's Veterinary School Small Animal Hospital is part of the University of Cambridge’s Department of Veterinary Medicine. Recent reviews describe it as a referral-style hospital set up for complex cases and specialist work, with owners mentioning BOAS surgery (including clinical-study involvement), cardiology diagnostics, and major soft-tissue surgery. Several reviewers highlight detailed, step-by-step updates (including multiple phone calls in a day), transparent costs, and follow-up contact after appointments.

Hill Park Veterinary Group is a two-branch independent veterinary practice (described in reviews as still in private family ownership) that’s been operating since 1986. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews point to a clinic geared toward routine care plus procedures like dentistry, with practical touches to reduce pet stress (for example, free calming wipes offered in reception). Owners also mention continuity (being able to see the same vet so their pet is known) and home visits in special circumstances.

Newton Clarke Veterinary Surgeons is a proudly independent small-animal practice (cats, dogs, and small mammals) and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the clinic’s own information, it offers unlimited consultations (via its plans), routine preventive care (vaccinations and tailored parasite control), and has stated strengths in orthopaedics and cardiology. Recent reviews describe a mix of experiences: several long-term clients mention unrushed explanations and complex care (including TPLO surgery and managing conditions like cancer and an autoimmune illness), while a small number of recent reviewers report serious concerns such as a cat being told results were “perfect” and later deteriorating rapidly, and a separate complaint about a lack of empathy around at-home euthanasia and ashes collection.

Optivet Referrals Ltd is a referral-focused veterinary clinic with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, including on-site CT imaging and specialist services in ophthalmology, orthopaedics, internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, and cardiology (the cardiology service is stated to have commenced in January 2024). It’s also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Based on the website and recent reviews, the clinic is frequently involved in complex eye cases (including cataract surgery and emergency eye injuries), major surgery, and referral-level decision-making. Owners describe being given detailed explanations (including being shown how to administer treatments) and being supported through difficult outcomes, including euthanasia.

Warrington Vets4Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group (the website describes practices as “locally owned”). It’s a general-practice clinic that also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews describe both routine care and urgent walk-in help: one owner says their terrier was seen within minutes for a badly torn claw and wasn’t charged, while another review describes a missed opportunity to triage a vomiting dog for possible toxin ingestion and a phone interaction they felt lacked empathy. Multiple reviewers mention staff being good at explaining things and handling nervous cats.

Newnham Court Veterinary Hospital is part of CVS (UK) Limited and is accredited as an RCVS Veterinary Hospital (including RCVS Emergency Services Clinic) as well as a Cat Friendly Clinic (Gold). The website describes broad first-opinion care plus multiple referral services (including cardiology, internal medicine, orthopaedics and keyhole/laparoscopic surgery), supported by in-house lab work and imaging (X‑ray, ultrasound). From the latest reviews, owners most often describe: - Out-of-hours emergency care where pets stayed in for monitoring and had diagnostics such as scans, bloods and biopsies with step-by-step updates. - Clear discussion of options (including at least one account of a vet referring a case elsewhere when another practice’s facilities were better). - A recurring cost/charging tension: several 5-star reviews focus on outcomes and communication, while multiple 1-star reviews describe feeling bills were high, tests were excessive, or care was limited by ability to pay.

Medivet Redruth - Monument Vets is part of the Medivet group (a large chain), with access to around-the-clock emergency care via Medivet’s 24-hour centres. From the information available, the practice is set up for both routine care and longer-term condition support: reviews mention biopsy aftercare, arthritis management recommendations, and support during end-of-life decisions. Owners also repeatedly describe clear explanations in plain language and being given treatment options rather than a single pushed route. The website content also references a FREE Mobility Pain Check promotion (time-limited, offered until 30 November).

Deepdale Veterinary Centre is a veterinary practice that also operates as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Reviews describe a clinic set up for both routine care and surgery—owners mention spays (including complications), lump removals, orthopaedic surgery on an elbow after an accident, and a thyroid operation, alongside regular vaccinations and parasite treatments. Several practical, clinic-specific details come up repeatedly: owners mention staff pausing at the start of appointments to help nervous dogs build trust, clear post-op aftercare guidance, and a separate waiting area for cats. There’s also mention of being seen straight away after calling with a sick dog. A small number of reviewers reference concerns about a “takeover,” while another reviewer explicitly says they don’t share those concerns.

Meadow Lane Vets is a long-established practice (founded in the 1870s) focused on small animals and exotics, with on-site diagnostic and surgical facilities (including x‑ray, ultrasound, microscopy and lab functions, surgical areas and kennels). The clinic states it will see emergencies 24/7; when closed, calls are diverted to MiNightVet East Midlands, where emergency-trained vets and nurses are on-site. Recent reviews describe quick emergency access for a sick older cat, detailed explanations of findings (including for a rabbit), and “after care” following treatment for a cat injured in a fight.

Cheshire Pet Medical Centre (Sandbach) Winterley is a multi-branch practice (Winterley and Elworth) with a dedicated cat clinic opened in 2021, and on-site facilities including a computed tomography (CT) scanner. Reviews repeatedly mention clear explanations of treatment plans and costs, plus follow-up after out-of-hours care (one owner says the team contacted them quickly after receiving details from the out-of-hours vet to take over treatment). A minority of feedback raises concerns about upselling: one recent reviewer felt a costly test and discussions about the practice’s health club, insurance and products were pushed during a first visit.