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Coastway Veterinary Group

#2 Vet in Lewes, East Sussex

4.7
Corporate

Coastway Veterinary Group – Vets in Lewes

Updated January 2026
Corporate

Clinic Overview

Coastway Veterinary Group’s Lewes clinic is part of the Coastway Veterinary Group and is led by clinical director Paul Lawrence. Based on the website, it’s set up for routine care (such as booster vaccinations) alongside in-house dental and surgical work, supported by an operating theatre plus diagnostic and laboratory equipment. Reviews repeatedly mention clear, straight-talking explanations (often named around vet Karen Scott), long-term management of “multiple and complex issues” across several dogs, and thoughtful end-of-life support—including being talked through euthanasia, being encouraged to take a pet home for 24 hours to say goodbye, and receiving a personal condolence card afterwards. A recent review also notes a preference for not leaving “inexperienced vets taking alone consultations.”

Services

  • Booster vaccinations (website).
  • Dental services (website).
  • Surgical services (website), with an operating theatre on site (website).
  • Diagnostic and laboratory work supported by in-house equipment (website).
  • Advice on pet care issues including behaviour/household problems (review example: advice when a cat was being bullied).
  • Out-of-hours emergency care is provided via a Brighton veterinary hospital (website).
  • End-of-life care is referenced in reviews (euthanasia discussion and support described by an owner).

Pricing

  • The website mentions an annual “Coastway Health Plan” that saves money on healthcare essentials and includes 10% off selected routine treatments (no prices stated).
  • Multiple owners mention staff suggesting ways to save money and trying to make care more affordable (no specific fees or plan costs given).

People

  • Paul Lawrence (Clinical Director) (website): listed as heading the clinic.
  • Karen Scott (vet) (reviews): repeatedly named for explaining options clearly “as it is,” taking time during appointments (“nothing is rushed”), and supporting owners through difficult decisions (one owner describes being guided through euthanasia and being advised to take their cat home for 24 hours beforehand).
  • Other team members (vets, nurses, receptionists) (reviews): described as providing prompt advice and support; one reviewer highlights the reception team as particularly helpful, and another appreciates that consultations aren’t left solely to inexperienced vets.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.7 stars from 62 reviews.

  • Clear explanations and decision support, often described as direct but empathetic (several reviews name Karen Scott for this).
  • Practical help with managing costs: owners mention staff suggesting ways to save money and “doing everything they can” to keep treatment affordable.
  • Long-term continuity and knowledge of individual pets: reviews describe treating multiple dogs over ~10 years and remembering a dog well across visits.
  • End-of-life care: one owner describes being talked through the euthanasia process, being encouraged to take their cat home for a final day, and receiving a personalised condolence card afterwards.
  • A few operational details mentioned: appointments “tend to be in the afternoon,” and one owner notes it can be difficult to exit the car park at times due to parked cars.

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