Business Details
33 Years
experience
Emergency
services
24/7 Veterinary Care in Southwell, Nottinghamshire
Minster Veterinary Centre has been providing comprehensive veterinary care since 1993, building upon a legacy dating back to the First World War. As an independent practice owned by senior vet David Sparks, we operate seven clinics across Nottinghamshire, offering 24/7 emergency services staffed by our own veterinary team. Our services span small animal care, equine medicine, farm animal health, and backyard pet care, supported by modern diagnostic equipment and a commitment to patient welfare. With locations in Southwell, Newark, Calverton, Fernwood, Burton Joyce, and Bingham, we combine extensive clinical experience with local accessibility.Our team delivers primary healthcare packages, parasite prevention, surgical interventions, and specialist referrals while maintaining full transparency in treatment processes and costs. We prioritise client education through nurse-led clinics covering weight management, dental care, and chronic disease management, ensuring comprehensive care for pets and livestock alike.
Services
Emergency veterinary care
Equine health services
Farm animal healthcare
Pet vaccinations
Dental procedures
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- 24/7 emergency services staffed by our own veterinary team
- Seven accessible locations across Nottinghamshire
- Comprehensive care from routine check-ups to complex surgeries
- Specialist equine and farm animal services available
- Transparent pricing and treatment processes
Associations and certifications
- ISFM Gold standard
- ISFM Silver standard
What people say
24/7 availability
Experienced vets
Multiple locations
Comprehensive care
Emergency expertise
Services
Emergency veterinary care
Our fully staffed emergency service operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with dedicated veterinary teams at our own facilities. We handle critical cases ranging from trauma injuries to acute illnesses, providing immediate diagnostic imaging, surgical interventions, and stabilisation treatments. Clients receive direct access to experienced emergency vets who coordinate care with our regular clinical teams for continuity of treatment.
Equine health services
Specialist equine veterinary care includes mobile diagnostics, lameness assessments, and reproductive health services. Our equine team provides on-site treatments using portable ultrasound and X-ray equipment, alongside routine procedures like dental work and passport documentation. We manage both emergency colic cases and long-term performance health plans for competition horses, with access to specialist referral networks when required.
Farm animal healthcare
Comprehensive herd health management covers cattle, sheep, pigs, and poultry operations. Services include TB testing, pre-movement health checks, and production disease management. Our agricultural vets provide emergency obstetrics, nutritional advice, and biosecurity planning while supporting smallholders with backyard animal care and medication disposal services.
Pet vaccinations
We offer complete vaccination schedules for puppies, kittens, and adult pets, including core and lifestyle-specific immunisations. Our packages include health checks and parasite prevention planning. Clients receive reminder systems for booster schedules, with detailed record-keeping for travel requirements and boarding facilities.
Dental procedures
Veterinary dental services cover routine cleanings, extractions, and oral surgery for small animals. We use modern imaging techniques to diagnose dental disease and provide anaesthetic dental treatments. Preventative care advice includes home oral hygiene routines and diet recommendations to maintain long-term dental health.
People
David Sparks
Practice Owner
Graduated from Royal Veterinary College in 1985, specialising in production animal medicine. Leads the practice with over 30 years' experience in veterinary care.
Jackie Day
Practice Manager
With over 30 years at Minster Veterinary Centre, manages client care and team coordination across all seven clinics, ensuring service excellence.
Peter Chalkley
Companion Animal Clinical Manager
Specialist in small animal surgery with veterinary experience spanning 25 years, managing clinical operations across Southwell and Newark practices.
Rachel Parkes
Lead Vet at Newark
Specialises in companion animal care with particular interest in soft tissue surgery and rabbit medicine, combining clinical excellence with client education.
Anita Leighton
Veterinary Nurse
RVN with specialist nutrition certification, providing expert dietary advice and managing chronic condition clinics for cats and dogs.
Questions
Do you provide 24-hour emergency veterinary care?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency service operates across all locations with dedicated veterinary teams available at all times.
What areas do you cover?
We serve Southwell, Newark, Calverton, Fernwood, Burton Joyce, Bingham and surrounding Nottinghamshire areas.
How do payment arrangements work?
Payment is required at treatment time, with options for direct insurance claims subject to excess payment beforehand.
Can I get pet vaccinations at any branch?
Yes, all our clinics provide vaccination services with coordinated health record keeping across locations.
Do you offer specialist equine services?
Our equine team provides mobile diagnostics, lameness assessments, and reproductive health services at your location.
