There are 11 veterinary clinics listed for farm and large-animal vets in East Sussex.
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Equine Veterinary Export Services (EVES) describes itself as an independent veterinary practice specialising in equine exports, with services centred on export paperwork and the checks needed to support it (such as clinical examination and testing). The website focuses on horses, while the written reviews we have access to mainly describe pet travel/export paperwork for dogs and cats, so the day-to-day caseload described by reviewers doesn’t fully match the clinic’s stated equine specialism.
Concrete specifics mentioned
- •The website states export health certificates require a clinical examination of the animal before completion.
- •Reviewers repeatedly describe clear, step-by-step guidance on rules and requirements, including explaining fees in advance.
- •Several reviews mention the vet bringing paperwork and completing the process quickly, including when plans changed at short notice.
- •Multiple reviewers emphasise that paperwork was checked and accepted without issues during travel.
Equine Veterinary Export Services (EVES) describes itself as an independent veterinary practice specialising in equine exports, with services centred on export paperwork and the checks needed to support it (such as clinical examination and testing). The website focuses on horses, while the written reviews we have access to mainly describe pet travel/export paperwork for dogs and cats, so the day-to-day caseload described by reviewers doesn’t fully match the clinic’s stated equine specialism.
Concrete specifics mentioned
- •The website states export health certificates require a clinical examination of the animal before completion.
- •Reviewers repeatedly describe clear, step-by-step guidance on rules and requirements, including explaining fees in advance.
- •Several reviews mention the vet bringing paperwork and completing the process quickly, including when plans changed at short notice.
- •Multiple reviewers emphasise that paperwork was checked and accepted without issues during travel.
Badgers Oak Veterinary Clinic is a mixed practice treating small animals, horses, and farm animals, and it states it runs its own out-of-hours service (so clients aren’t referred to an unfamiliar surgery). It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly describe prompt help in urgent situations—including an on-call vet coming in on Christmas Day to perform euthanasia for a cat in severe pain, and a walk-in injury being seen immediately with sedation used during treatment. Reviews also mention clear at-home care instructions after an emergency visit and “quick” appointment availability.
Badgers Oak Veterinary Clinic is a mixed practice treating small animals, horses, and farm animals, and it states it runs its own out-of-hours service (so clients aren’t referred to an unfamiliar surgery). It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly describe prompt help in urgent situations—including an on-call vet coming in on Christmas Day to perform euthanasia for a cat in severe pain, and a walk-in injury being seen immediately with sedation used during treatment. Reviews also mention clear at-home care instructions after an emergency visit and “quick” appointment availability.
Fairfield House Veterinary Surgery is an independent practice (established 1953) that treats companion animals, farm animals, and exotic animals. The clinic states it provides a 24-hour out-of-hours emergency service on its own premises with its own veterinary staff, and recent reviews also mention the emergency service being in-house. Owners describe being talked through multiple treatment options (including acupuncture), and several reviews highlight rapid access for urgent cases (being “fit in” when emergencies happen) plus proactive updates during inpatient care (phone calls as promised and a full handover at collection).
Fairfield House Veterinary Surgery is an independent practice (established 1953) that treats companion animals, farm animals, and exotic animals. The clinic states it provides a 24-hour out-of-hours emergency service on its own premises with its own veterinary staff, and recent reviews also mention the emergency service being in-house. Owners describe being talked through multiple treatment options (including acupuncture), and several reviews highlight rapid access for urgent cases (being “fit in” when emergencies happen) plus proactive updates during inpatient care (phone calls as promised and a full handover at collection).
Cliffe Veterinary Group Ltd is an RCVS-accredited practice set up for a wide range of work: small animals as well as farm and equine care, with on-site laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging and surgical facilities. The clinic also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility (per the provided clinic data). Recent reviewers most often mention clear explanations of treatment plans and costs (including during emergency consultations), with one account describing the opposite experience at reception (not being acknowledged on arrival).
Concrete details owners mention include: emergency appointments for cats, step-by-step explanations of likely findings and “what depends on what,” and vets being patient with anxious owners and difficult-to-handle cats.
Cliffe Veterinary Group Ltd is an RCVS-accredited practice set up for a wide range of work: small animals as well as farm and equine care, with on-site laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging and surgical facilities. The clinic also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility (per the provided clinic data). Recent reviewers most often mention clear explanations of treatment plans and costs (including during emergency consultations), with one account describing the opposite experience at reception (not being acknowledged on arrival).
Concrete details owners mention include: emergency appointments for cats, step-by-step explanations of likely findings and “what depends on what,” and vets being patient with anxious owners and difficult-to-handle cats.
Highcroft Veterinary Group is a small-animal veterinary practice where recent reviewers repeatedly focus on how staff handle pets during visits—especially nurses and vets who help owners feel confident in the care being given. People mention long-term continuity (one client says they’ve used the practice for over 25 years across multiple pets), and a couple of practical, pet-focused touches such as having toys available for animals. Cost comes up too: one reviewer describes the care as knowledgeable but “always… expensive,” so value for money may feel different depending on your budget and expectations.
Highcroft Veterinary Group is a small-animal veterinary practice where recent reviewers repeatedly focus on how staff handle pets during visits—especially nurses and vets who help owners feel confident in the care being given. People mention long-term continuity (one client says they’ve used the practice for over 25 years across multiple pets), and a couple of practical, pet-focused touches such as having toys available for animals. Cost comes up too: one reviewer describes the care as knowledgeable but “always… expensive,” so value for money may feel different depending on your budget and expectations.
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RW Equine Vet is an independent, family-run equine-only practice and is RCVS accredited (established in March 2018 by Reuben and Sarah Whittaker). The clinic appears set up for both routine work and on-yard investigations, with a mobile surgery, digital x‑rays, and ultrasonography listed on its website. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly describe fast urgent call-outs, vets who explain findings and next steps clearly (including phone calls with blood-test results), and practical aftercare support such as inviting photos of a wound to monitor healing.
RW Equine Vet is an independent, family-run equine-only practice and is RCVS accredited (established in March 2018 by Reuben and Sarah Whittaker). The clinic appears set up for both routine work and on-yard investigations, with a mobile surgery, digital x‑rays, and ultrasonography listed on its website. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly describe fast urgent call-outs, vets who explain findings and next steps clearly (including phone calls with blood-test results), and practical aftercare support such as inviting photos of a wound to monitor healing.
Independent equine veterinary practice (established in 1978) owned and run by its vets, with a team of six equine veterinary surgeons. Based on the clinic’s own information and recent reviews, it’s set up for both routine care and more involved investigations and surgery, supported by a purpose-built diagnostic/surgical facility with stabling and 24-hour hospitalisation. Owners mention detailed case management for complex back issues (kissing spine) including x‑ray, surgery and rehab, plus proactive communication such as vets phoning to discuss problems at length before visiting and keeping clients updated on arrival times. The practice is also described as handling admin efficiently, with office staff processing insurance claims and renewals promptly.
Independent equine veterinary practice (established in 1978) owned and run by its vets, with a team of six equine veterinary surgeons. Based on the clinic’s own information and recent reviews, it’s set up for both routine care and more involved investigations and surgery, supported by a purpose-built diagnostic/surgical facility with stabling and 24-hour hospitalisation. Owners mention detailed case management for complex back issues (kissing spine) including x‑ray, surgery and rehab, plus proactive communication such as vets phoning to discuss problems at length before visiting and keeping clients updated on arrival times. The practice is also described as handling admin efficiently, with office staff processing insurance claims and renewals promptly.
Madeleine Campbell Hobgoblins Stud Equine Reproduction Centre appears focused on equine breeding and reproduction work (including the use of broodmares as surrogates, as mentioned in a review). Recent reviewers mostly leave 5‑star ratings, with the clearest specifics being that staff are described as “helpful” and “knowledgeable,” and that suitability decisions may include assessing a broodmare’s age (one reviewer noted a 16‑year‑old mare was considered too old to act as a surrogate).
Madeleine Campbell Hobgoblins Stud Equine Reproduction Centre appears focused on equine breeding and reproduction work (including the use of broodmares as surrogates, as mentioned in a review). Recent reviewers mostly leave 5‑star ratings, with the clearest specifics being that staff are described as “helpful” and “knowledgeable,” and that suitability decisions may include assessing a broodmare’s age (one reviewer noted a 16‑year‑old mare was considered too old to act as a surrogate).
Cliffe Veterinary Group Ltd Equine Clinic is a solely equine practice and an RCVS Accredited Equine Hospital, offering both ambulatory and hospital-based care. The clinic is set up for routine through emergency cases, with emergency care stated as available any time of day or night, and facilities that include surgical, imaging, and diagnostics capability, plus stabling for 20 inpatients and indoor/outdoor arenas for ridden and in-hand assessments.
From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe
- •Hospital-based treatment and surgery, including a colic case where surgery was performed and the horse recovered.
- •Practical handling for stressed or claustrophobic horses, such as moving a horse to a more suitable barn placement so it could see a companion, and helping with loading to go home.
- •A generally helpful front-desk experience (receptionists described as polite and helpful), though there are also a couple of recent 1-star ratings without written details, so the reason for dissatisfaction isn’t clear from the text available.
Cliffe Veterinary Group Ltd Equine Clinic is a solely equine practice and an RCVS Accredited Equine Hospital, offering both ambulatory and hospital-based care. The clinic is set up for routine through emergency cases, with emergency care stated as available any time of day or night, and facilities that include surgical, imaging, and diagnostics capability, plus stabling for 20 inpatients and indoor/outdoor arenas for ridden and in-hand assessments.
From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe
- •Hospital-based treatment and surgery, including a colic case where surgery was performed and the horse recovered.
- •Practical handling for stressed or claustrophobic horses, such as moving a horse to a more suitable barn placement so it could see a companion, and helping with loading to go home.
- •A generally helpful front-desk experience (receptionists described as polite and helpful), though there are also a couple of recent 1-star ratings without written details, so the reason for dissatisfaction isn’t clear from the text available.
T W Couzens is described in multiple reviews as a holistic veterinary practice, with an emphasis on diet changes, “natural products,” and alternative therapies alongside clinical care. Reviewers repeatedly mention cases that hadn’t improved elsewhere—such as chronic gastrointestinal issues and skin/allergy problems—then improving after plans set by Tim or Kay. Several owners also note a consultation style that includes taking time to explain what’s happening, plus follow-up support like reading materials and email guidance.
Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include
- •Diet-led treatment plans for skin/allergy cases (including open, irritated wounds) with ongoing monitoring.
- •Management of chronic colitis with weight gain and return to normal activity after treatment.
- •Explanation-heavy appointments, plus “reading material and email support.”
- •Alternative/holistic therapies recommended and reported as effective by repeat clients.
T W Couzens is described in multiple reviews as a holistic veterinary practice, with an emphasis on diet changes, “natural products,” and alternative therapies alongside clinical care. Reviewers repeatedly mention cases that hadn’t improved elsewhere—such as chronic gastrointestinal issues and skin/allergy problems—then improving after plans set by Tim or Kay. Several owners also note a consultation style that includes taking time to explain what’s happening, plus follow-up support like reading materials and email guidance.
Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include
- •Diet-led treatment plans for skin/allergy cases (including open, irritated wounds) with ongoing monitoring.
- •Management of chronic colitis with weight gain and return to normal activity after treatment.
- •Explanation-heavy appointments, plus “reading material and email support.”
- •Alternative/holistic therapies recommended and reported as effective by repeat clients.
EB Equine appears to be an equine-focused veterinary service (no corporate group affiliation is stated). The clinic information available highlights additional training in internal medicine and several hands-on/rehab modalities: veterinary acupuncture, veterinary chiropractic, and equine rehabilitation, plus a diploma-level focus on equine nutrition. On Google it has a 4.3-star rating from 9 reviews; the only detailed written feedback available includes complaints about unexpected extra charges when ordering a product online, while multiple other ratings are positive but don’t include written details.
EB Equine appears to be an equine-focused veterinary service (no corporate group affiliation is stated). The clinic information available highlights additional training in internal medicine and several hands-on/rehab modalities: veterinary acupuncture, veterinary chiropractic, and equine rehabilitation, plus a diploma-level focus on equine nutrition. On Google it has a 4.3-star rating from 9 reviews; the only detailed written feedback available includes complaints about unexpected extra charges when ordering a product online, while multiple other ratings are positive but don’t include written details.