Vet practice in Colchester

Aldham Veterinary Centre

4.6(79 reviews)
New Road, Colchester, Essex, CO6 3PN

Combined comparison cost

£140.40Dog comparison cost
£162.30Cat comparison cost
£151.35Combined comparison cost
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About this practice

Aldham Veterinary Centre in Colchester

Aldham Veterinary Centre is a veterinary practice located in Aldham, Colchester, dedicated to the care of companion animals. It offers a range of veterinary services and is the twin practice of The Forge Veterinary Centre in Halstead. The practice was established by veterinary surgeon Nigel Sproule and his team to extend the expertise and family-focused approach of The Forge Veterinary Centre to the Colchester area. It prides itself on having kind, highly experienced vets and a dedicated, caring nursing team who aim to provide a friendly and personal service to pets and their owners. Pet owners can book appointments online. The practice also offers a Pet Health Plan, which has seen over 500 members join.

At a glance

Aldham Veterinary Centre treats a wide range of animals, including cats, dogs, farm animals and small mammals, with published prices for 6 services, including consultations from £58 and dog vaccinations from £58. The practice is rated 4.6/5 from 79 reviews.

Animals treated

Dogs
Cats
Small Mammals
Birds
Exotic/Wild
Poultry

Aldham Veterinary Centre Prices

From practice website
Updated 21 Sept 2026
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Combined comparison cost

Dog comparison cost

£140.40

Cat comparison cost

£162.30

Combined comparison cost

£151.35

Recurring care pricing

ConsultationAround Essex average
£58
Dog booster vaccination£11 below Essex avg (£69)
£58
Cat booster vaccination£10 above Essex avg (£70)
£79.90
Rabbit vaccination
£82.80
Kennel cough vaccination
£58
Microchip£4 below Essex avg (£28)
£24.40

One-off costs

Dog spay
£332
Cat spay
£135
Cat castration£10 below Essex avg (£97)
£86.40

These vary by weight, breed and clinical needs — request a quote from the practice.

Additional services

Animal Health Certificate
£201.50
Follow-up consultation
£41.40
Consultation Priority (from)
£85.20
Consultation Rabbit
£51.70
Consultation Small Pet
£42.90
House visit
£236
Insurance Admin Fee Direct Claim
£40
Neuter Dog Female 25kg 40kg
£464
Neuter Dog Female Over 40kg
£583
Neuter Dog Female Under 1 Year
£332
Neuter Dog Female Under 25kg
£398
Neuter Dog Male 25kg 40kg
£416
Neuter Dog Male Over 40kg
£490
Neuter Dog Male Under 1 Year
£295
Neuter Dog Male Under 25kg
£352
Vaccination Cat Adult Course
£98.90
Kitten vaccination course
£98.90
Vaccination Dog Adult Course
£98.90
Vaccination Dog Adult Course Kennel Cough
£132.60
Vaccination Dog Booster Kennel Cough
£98.90
Puppy vaccination course
£98.90
Rabies vaccination
£94.50
Written prescription fee
£19.70

Prices shown are guides based on the practice's published price list. Always confirm directly with the practice as costs can vary by pet, weight and clinical need.

Health Plans

Pet Health Plan

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Dog Small (up to 10kg)£21/mo
Dog Medium (10.1kg – 25kg)£23/mo
Dog Large (25.1kg – 40kg)£25.75/mo
Dog Extra Large (40.1kg and over)£30.50/mo
  • Annual vaccination and full vet health check
  • Primary vaccination course for puppies and lapsed vaccinations
  • Kennel cough vaccination
  • Vet-prescribed flea and tick treatments
  • Vet-prescribed worm treatments
  • One vet consultation
  • One 6-monthly health check with a vet nurse
  • Selected complimentary vet nurse clinics
  • One vet recommended Wellness Blood Screen (included) or Enhanced Wellness Screen (£10 charge)
  • One wellness urine test
  • 25% off Rabies vaccination
  • £10 microchipping
  • 10% off routine neutering
  • 10% off selected dental procedures
  • 10% off food
  • Vaccinations Included: Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza, Leptospirosis

Pet Health Plan - Cat

cat
adult
£21/month
  • Annual vaccination and full vet health check
  • Primary vaccination course for kittens and lapsed vaccinations
  • Vet-prescribed flea and tick treatments
  • Vet-prescribed worm treatments
  • One vet consultation
  • One 6-monthly health check with a vet nurse
  • Selected complimentary vet nurse clinics
  • One vet recommended Wellness Blood Screen (included) or Enhanced Wellness Screen (£10 charge)
  • One wellness urine test
  • 25% off Rabies vaccination
  • £10 microchipping
  • 10% off routine neutering
  • 10% off selected dental procedures
  • 10% off food
  • Vaccinations Included: Feline Leukaemia, Feline Enteritis, Feline Influenza

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Common questions about Aldham Veterinary Centre.

Aldham Veterinary Centre reviews

4.6(79 reviews)

Average rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 79 reviews. Sourced from Google.

Latest reviews

Read the five most recent or recommended reviews for Aldham Veterinary Centre. Order provided by Google.

  • Jenny Minton· 3 months ago

    Absolutely amazing practice. The kindest reception staff, who hold professionalism, care, and absolute compassion. Vet Amy is just incredible, so experienced, and makes me feel like I can have 💯 faith and trust in her advice. She is so, so compassionate. Compared to somewhere I was before in Witham, these practices are millions of metres apart! Service and care is just phenomenal, and my kitten Marnie (and my family) are forever grateful ☺️ Your whole team just make the sometimes ‘scary’ experience so much better. Well done all of you x Mrs Minton x

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  • Rebecca Green· 5 months ago

    Can't thank the vets at Aldham and the Forge enough. Having come in with suspected tooth pain, Nigel promptly booked our rescue dog Martin in for next day tooth extraction. But after a more thorough look pre op spotted a lump on the thyroid. With extremely fast communication they were able to scan and find/excise the lump in the same operation and have probably saved our dog from alot of future pain/complications. The receptionists and nurses are always extremely kind and helpful. We are very grateful for their care and attention - can't recommend their services enough.

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  • Alison Bongo-Brown· 7 months ago

    Can't praise this vets enough. All the staff are so friendly, caring and all get invested in the health of your pet. My dog Millie recently swallowed a stone and needed emergency surgery. Monica, the vet, explained everything clearly and was very supportive post op as were the reception staff. Millie has made a full recovery thanks to their expert care and attention.

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  • Terry Hill· 11 months ago

    Very good. My 12 year old dog had to have some teeth out and everything was explained to me before and after the operation which went very well and my poor old girl has a new lease of life. I had previously been with one of the big vet companies but didn’t feel comfortable, feeling more like a walking cheque book than a customer. Highly recommend them.

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  • Natalie Withers· 2 years ago

    We’ve been with Aldham Vets since Milo was little (just under 4 years) we were recommended them by a fellow dog owner. They spoke so highly of the team and we understood why from the offset, they are always so friendly and helpful any time we visit. Each staff member is so knowledgeable which extends to their reception team as well. I would highly recommend their monthly plan where you get the injections, flea and worming included, it’s the best decision we made saving money and peace of mind.

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