Mercer and Hughes Veterinary Surgery

Swayne & Partners is a veterinary practice with multiple locations, including Bury St Edmunds, Haverhill, Long Melford, and Newmarket in Suffolk. One of their branches, Swayne & Partners – Bury St Edmunds, offers 24-hour emergency care. The practice provides general veterinary services to animals in these areas. Each branch has its own operating hours, with the Bury St Edmunds branch uniquely offering around-the-clock care. The practice aims to provide accessible veterinary care across its various locations. Opening hours vary by location; for instance, the Newmarket branch operates from 8:30 am to 7:00 pm on weekdays and is closed on weekends. The Bury St Edmunds site is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, indicating a comprehensive emergency service for the region.

Mercer and Hughes Veterinary Surgery is based at 175-179 Church Lane, Braintree, Essex, CM7 5SG in Essex. The practice treats birds, cats, dogs, poultry and small mammals.

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• Rochelle Cutler· 2 months ago

  Thank you so much to Seamus and everyone who looked after our dog through his operation and recovery. We are so relieved everything went smoothly and super grateful to you all. Seamus is a real pro and I felt very confident in his ability to do this difficult procedure. Thank you again!

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• Luke Warren· 6 months ago

  We were loyal clients of Mercer & Hughes in Bocking for years — until a recent experience left us shocked and disappointed. After saying goodbye to our beloved Jack Russell, we were sent a cremation bill for £436, with £316 for cremation alone. This invoice arrived weeks after the visit — we were not shown pricing at the time. Out of curiosity, we took the invoice to a respected independent local vet. They told us the exact same service would have cost £160, and were genuinely shocked by the prices charged. We raised this privately with Mercer & Hughes. They refused any refund or adjustment, stating: "we don't compare ourselves to other practices." It’s worth knowing Mercer & Hughes is no longer an independent vet — they were acquired by Kin Vet Community, a larger group rolling up vet practices across the UK. In our view, the service and pricing have changed dramatically since. We’ve now moved to Linkswood Vets in Halstead, who are not only significantly more affordable, but felt more focused on both our pet and our family. Just sharing this experience in the hope it helps others make a more informed decision.

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• Fiona Hutchings· a year ago

  There was plenty of parking spaces when we arrived. There were a couple of other people in the waiting area and the receptionist asked if we wanted to sit outside (we were there for a euthanisation). We waited half an hour before deciding to leave. The vet spoke to my sister, stating There was no flag on the appointment to let him know why we were attending the surgery today. Disappointed with the communication/ service on this visit. This is not how they used to work when they were owned by the head vets. We have had many, better experiences with this vet surgery in the past, but this was the worst. Especially at such a delicate time.

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• corrinne collis· a year ago

  Recently I had the awful time of having to put a very beloved pet to sleep after many consultations and a long illness! the vets at this practice were not only so very compassionate but took time with both myself and Pixie to explain exactly what was happening. Rachel on reception was nothing but kind and professional to a blubbering wreck and Chloe is one of the best ver nurses I've ever come across and I think my remaining dog Groot is a little in love with her!! suffice to say I cannot recommend higher and say all of this with sincere thanks to all involved

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• Denise Currier· a year ago

  Dog having castration, given one price over the phone then day of operation given another around 50 pound higher, on arrival didn't ask much about my pet just tried to sell me extra care, so much so they had to ring me twice to get information that they should have gathered at the pre op procedure. Not sure about this place, didn't feel pets come first, just money. My pet was not greeted just straight into sales pitch. I don't think I will be using them again.

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